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- Year 10
Digital processes: using digital media to layer an image
I can use digital photo editing software to layer images for different purposes.
- Year 10
Digital processes: using digital media to layer an image
I can use digital photo editing software to layer images for different purposes.
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Key learning points
- In digital editing, layers are used to give greater control and flexibility when editing.
- When different images are layered together to make a single image, we call this a composite image.
- Using adjustment layers and layer masks are examples of non-destructive editing
Keywords
Layers - the main concept in digital editing, used to control and separate parts of an image
Adjustment layer - a type of layer used to edit colour, tone, or effects without changing the original image
Background - the part of an image that is furthest away. In digital editing, this refers to the layer placed behind all others
Common misconception
Editing an image always changes or damages the original file.
By using adjustment layers and layer masks, edits are non-destructive.
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