From: Larry B. on

"Leo Lichtman" <leo.lichtman(a)att.net> wrote in message
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> "Larry B." <gitridaspam(a)aol.com> wrote in message
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>> Other than doing so to the entire photo, is there a way to apply contrast
>> to a small area (like using a brush, for example)?
> ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
> This is how I do it, using Elements 4: Make a duplicate layer and place
> it below the first layer. Hide the upper layer, and use
> Contrast/brightness on the lower layer to get the effect you want in the
> desired area. Overdo it a bit. Ignore the parts outside the area of
> concern--they won't show when you are done. Turn the upper layer back on,
> and use the eraser to reveal the part of the lower layer you want to see.
> Flatten.
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Thanks Leo. I am taking Greek 101 right now. You sound like a professional.

I'll get back to you. I am actually going to try that procedure with a
learning curve!