Learn advanced Photoshop techniques to enhance cityscape and architectural images by cleaning up water stains and dirty metal surfaces. Discover why Surface Blur is superior to Gaussian blur for certain images and how to apply it efficiently. Master the art of using masks to selectively apply effects, add noise layers to restore texture, and utilize cloning for final touch-ups. Follow along with a step-by-step process to transform bland images into stunning visuals, significantly reducing editing time compared to traditional methods.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Why Gaussian blur doesn't work for this image
Surface blur to cleanup most water marks
Mask to selectively apply the blur to building
Noise layer to restore "grain" to blurred areas
Masks to protect most non-metal parts of the building
Cloning to remove a few areas that weren't fixed with the blur
Final comparison and summary
Taught by
Greg Benz Photography
