Expanding the backdrop edges in Photoshop is a common challenge faced by photographers, especially when working with collapsible backdrops that may not fully cover the desired frame. This helpful tutorial addresses this issue, demonstrating a simple yet effective method to seamlessly extend backdrops, which is pivotal for creating professional-looking portraits without physical constraints.
Coming to you from Irene Rudnyk, this practical video highlights how to use the Content-Aware Fill feature in Photoshop to expand the edges of a backdrop that appears in portrait images. Rudnyk illustrates the process with a detailed walkthrough, focusing on areas where the backdrop fails to cover the entire frame, including how to handle complex sections where the subject overlaps with the edge. Rudnyk's approach allows photographers to maintain the integrity of their subject while ensuring the backdrop looks natural and uninterrupted, a skill valuable in post-production editing.
Further, the tutorial delves into more nuanced editing techniques, such as separating the subject from the background to avoid unwanted alterations to the model while editing the backdrop. This step is crucial when working with intricate details near the backdrop's edges, ensuring the subject remains unaffected by changes. Rudnyk also introduces the use of Generative Fill for fine-tuning, offering insights into selecting the best fill options to achieve a coherent background. It's a very useful skill to have. Check out the video above for the full rundown from Rudnyk.
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As it was done yesterday! Today one uses generative fill!
No, today, just like yesterday, we use whatever tool or tools that does the best job. Many times, it's a combination of tools. And, that's exactly what she did.
Yes exactly. I think she did good, but using only generative fill wasn't necessarily the ultimate fastest way to reach her goal. Mixed tools techniques could be actually a little better, especially regarding control.