Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
Subtract.
Looks at the color
in each channel
and subtracts the
blend from the
base.
Divide.
Looks at the color
in each channel
and divides the
blend from the
base.
Hue.
Uses luminance
and saturation of
the base and the
hue of the blend.
Saturation.
Creates color
with luminance
and hue of base
and saturation of
blend.
Color.
Preserves gray
levels. It's very
useful for
coloring and
tinting.
Luminosity.
Is the inverse
effect from the
Color mode.
Blending Modes in Practice
So far you've looked at blending modes in a
strictly technical sense. Although it's useful to
have a clear understanding of the technology,
don't lose sight of the design possibilities. Blend-
ing modes are a great way to mix layers together.
Let's take a look at a stylized photo that uses
blending modes to enhance its look.
1. Open the file Ch09_Butterfly.psd from the
Chapter 9 folder. This five-layer document
uses blending modes to create a colorful
image.
2. Tu r n on t he v i s ibi l it y of t he Gr a d ient F i l l
layer. Set its blending mode to Multiply,
and adjust its opacity to 60% to create a
vignette effect.
3. Tu r n on t he v i s ibi l it y of t he Pa t t er n F i l l layer.
Set its blending mode to Divide, and adjust its
opacity to 25% to create a distressed texture.
 
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