Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
Self study
Using ps1102.psd, in your pslessons folder, convert various layers to smart objects and then
stylize the monster layers.
Note that you can take multiple layers and convert them into one smart object to apply a
i lter to many layers at a time. If you want to experiment with this feature, Right-click
(Windows) or Ctrl+click (Mac OS) on the layers you wish to convert to a smart object and
choose Convert to Smart Object, then apply i lters as you normally would.
You can double-click on the smart object layer to open the original (separated layers) at
any time.
Review
Questions
1
When is the Fade option available for a i lter that you have applied?
2
If you want to apply a i lter in a non-destructive way, what is your best option?
3
How do you add a new perpendicular plane to an existing perspective plane and then
control the angle of a new plane in the Vanishing Point dialog box?
Answers
1
Unless you are using the Smart Filter feature, you must apply the Fade feature as the
next step after applying a i lter, or right-click on the i lter listed under Smart Filters
in the Layers panel. If you are using a Smart Filter, you can right-click (Windows) or
Ctrl+click (Mac OS) on the applied Smart Filter (listed in the Layers panel) and select
Edit Smart Filter Blending Options to access the same fade options.
2
Convert the layer for Smart Filters, then apply the i lter.
3
To create a perpendicular plane from an existing perspective plane, click and hold
down the Ctrl (Windows) or Command (Mac OS) key on an edge node (not a corner
node) and drag out a new plane. You can control the angle of the plane by holding
the Alt (Windows) or Option (Mac OS) key and dragging an edge node (not a corner
node) until the new plane is at the correct angle.
