Adobe’s AI tool Firefly is great for quickly creating effects that would otherwise take considerable work in Photoshop. Learn how to generate this oozing slime text effect with ease, along with a bonus tip that helps to fix the common problem of Firefly not isolating your text on a plain background.

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Hello, fellow photographers. I’m Dan Harlacher from ON1, the creators of some amazing photography apps and plugins! I’m excited to show you the new Quick Mask AI tool in ON1 Photo RAW 2024.5. This tool is incredibly powerful and makes background replacements super simple. To illustrate its capabilities, I’ll walk you through three examples, from simple to complex. I also created this short video outlining each of these steps!

Example 1:
Simple Background Replacement

Let’s start with a straightforward example—a bird photo. The original background is dull and shot in low light, resulting in a noisy image. Here’s the step-by-step process to enhance and replace the background:

1. Noise Reduction and Sharpening: First, the photo includes a lot of noise and is a little out of focus. So, I used NoNoise AI and Tack Sharp AI to remove the noise and restore the details.

2. Brightness Adjustment: Next, I brightened the image using the “Tone and Color” adjustments, increasing the exposure by about a stop and adjusting the blacks to enhance contrast.

3. Adding a New Background: I selected a new background from the ON1 Extras, specifically a bokeh image, and used the “Transform” tool to fit it perfectly behind the bird.

4. Masking the Old Background: Using the Quick Mask AI tool, I clicked on the bird to keep it and removed the old background. The result was a clean separation, allowing the new background to shine.

5. Final Adjustments: Finally, I adjusted the background’s tone and color to complement the bird’s colors, creating a harmonious and vibrant image.

Example 2:
Intermediate Background Replacement with Blending

I worked with a studio shot against a neutral backdrop for a more complex scenario. 

Here’s the approach:

1. Initial Adjustments: I cropped out unwanted elements, like a soft box in the corner.

2. Layering a New Background: I added a new studio backdrop, flipped it to match the lighting, and scaled it to fit.

3. Blending Backgrounds: Using Quick Mask AI, I masked out the original background but retained the shadows and the floor’s shape by reducing the mask’s opacity. This blended the new backdrop seamlessly with the original, maintaining a realistic look.

4. Color Adjustments: I tinted the new background using a photo filter to match the subject’s shorts, ensuring a cohesive color scheme.

5. Edge Refinement: I used the Chisel tool and Refine brush to clean up any remaining halos or edges, particularly around hair, for a polished finish.

Example 3:
Advanced Background Replacement with Color Corrections

The third example involves a challenging shot with a bright blue background that reflects onto the subject’s metallic necklace and skin. 

Here’s how I tackled it:

1. Exposure Adjustment: I lowered the exposure to correct the image’s brightness.

2. New Background Addition: I selected a new background and used the Transform tool to scale and position it.

3. Masking and Cleaning Up: Quick Mask AI helped remove the old background. However, blue reflections remained on the subject, requiring further refinements.

4. Local Color Adjustments: I used local adjustments to desaturate the necklace’s blue reflections and repainted the skin edges with a flesh color using the paint with color option. This corrected the color cast without altering the luminosity.

5. Final Touches: The result was a natural-looking edge with the correct colors, eliminating unnatural blue hues.

Conclusion

These examples highlight the incredible versatility and power of the Quick Mask AI tool in ON1 Photo RAW 2024.5. Whether dealing with simple or complex scenarios, this tool makes background replacements and composites much easier.

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There are plenty of ways to make neon signs with glow effects in Photoshop, but creating ultra-realistic neon signs usually involves advanced 3D modelling or having a genuine neon sign made in real life. However, the advances in AI technology now make it easy to generate highly realistic neon signs, complete with the intricate details of mounting hardware, cables, texture of the glass tubes, and an illumination with much more depth and vibrancy than a basic Photoshop Outer Glow effect. Follow along with this tutorial to learn how to transform your basic lettering into a realistic neon sign, with the help of the new AI tools in Adobe Firefly.

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The key to creating authentic looking vintage designs is using the right assets, but genuine vintage tools and resources can be difficult to find! Thankfully this bundle has you covered with a variety of resources that are derived from various authentic sources, so you can inject a piece of history right into your design work for the most realistic results. The Vintage Lover’s Artistic Collection gives you access to a complete toolbox of vintage resources. You’ll find high quality textures, old papers, fonts and illustrations scanned from antique source materials. With a $368 discount reducing the price to just $29 you won’t find better library of vintage tools.

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Typography is a core component of Graphic Design so it’s an important subject for every designer to learn. Typefaces are divided into classifications based on the era or characteristics of their design. Being able to identify a typeface style can help you make educated design decisions and choose the best font for your work depending on its use. In today’s video I’ll give a brief overview of the main typeface classifications of serif and sans serif fonts that have emerged throughout the history of movable type.

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Unveiling the Power of Black and White Filter in ON1 Effects and ON1 Photo RAW, the best software for black and white editing. 

In photography, the allure of black and white imagery remains timeless. It’s a realm where colors fade away, leaving behind a narrative defined by shades of gray. The black and white filter in ON1 Effects and ON1 Photo RAW 2024 stands out as a stealthy powerhouse among the tools for crafting such captivating monochromatic visuals. 

The Black & White filter within ON1 Effects and ON1 Photo RAW quickly transforms color images into monochromatic wonders while offering a range of toning features. At its core are stylistic presets representing various filter types commonly applied to images. For those seeking quick adjustments, the Auto button intelligently selects black and white points, streamlining the conversion process. However, for those who want complete manual control, the color range sliders provide precise adjustments, allowing for subtle adjustments in brightness. 

Mastering Tones with Precision 

Users are presented with a range of controls within the Tone section of the Black & White filter pane. All tonal adjustments are there, from fine-tuning brightness and contrast to adjusting highlights, shadows, whites, blacks, and details. This level of control allows photographers to edit their images with excellent precision. 

Unveiling the Art of Toning 

Delving deeper, the Toner section of the filter includes an array of traditional and contemporary darkroom-inspired options. From the warm sepia tones reminiscent of bygone eras to the cool elegance of platinum and selenium, over 20 toning options await. The creative possibilities are unlimited, with the ability to adjust hues and amounts and the option to swap highlights and shadow colors. Moreover, the Preserve Whites and Blacks feature ensures that the purity of whites and blacks remains untainted by the chosen toner, maintaining a sense of neutrality amidst the tonal modifications. 

Adding a Touch of Film Nostalgia 

The Film Grain section of the Black & White pane will emerge for those yearning for the classic appeal of film grain. Drawing inspiration from renowned black and white films, users can infuse their digital creations with the timeless allure of analog photography. With controls over the strength and scale of the grain effect, each image can be edited with a distinct cinematic texture reminiscent of bygone eras. 

Harnessing the Power of Masking 

The true power of the Black & White filter in ON1 Effects and ON1 Photo RAW 2024 extends beyond the built-in controls. With the powerful photo masking options in ON1 Effects and ON1 Photo RAW, your images can reach new heights. Masking, a fundamental feature, allows users to selectively apply or withhold the effects and other adjustments. 

Imagine seamlessly blending a black and white conversion with a color accent, or selectively toning different elements within the same image. With masking, the possibilities are limitless. Moreover, ON1’s innovative masking features, including luminosity masks and intuitive AI-powered masking tools, streamline the process, allowing for effortless refinement of black and white compositions. 

In conclusion, the Black & White filter in ON1 Effects and ON1 Photo RAW 2024 transcends mere conversion, evolving into a dynamic tool for visual storytelling. When coupled with the masking capabilities, its potential becomes truly boundless. So, why not embark on a journey through the realm of black and white imagery, where creativity knows no bounds, and every shade of gray tells a story? 

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