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From: Larry B. on 2 Aug 2010 20:02
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)?

Thanks, Lar


From: Jeffrey Kaplan on 2 Aug 2010 23:55
Previously on adobe.photoshop.elements, Larry B. said:

> 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)?

Copy the section to a layer, adjust the layer, and blend it back in.

Elements TWO? I have 7, the current version is 8.

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From: Larry B on 3 Aug 2010 01:14

"Jeffrey Kaplan" <nomail(a)gordol.org> wrote in message
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> Previously on adobe.photoshop.elements, Larry B. said:
>
>> 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)?
>
> Copy the section to a layer, adjust the layer, and blend it back in.
>
> Elements TWO? I have 7, the current version is 8.
>
> --
> Jeffrey Kaplan www.gordol.org
> Double ROT13 encoded for your protection
>
> "You stole my car! BAD BUNNY!" - Torg, 'Sluggy Freelance'

I should've bet money that whoever responded would not be able to resist the
temptation. Made me smile, though. Yes, PSE2. But there is hope. I just
bought 5!!!! My needs are not great with my occassional photo editing. So,
the latest and greatest in this area does nothing for me. I'll catch up
eventually. I promise!!

Anyways, thanks for the tip.


From: Jeffrey Kaplan on 3 Aug 2010 11:04
Previously on adobe.photoshop.elements, Larry B said:

> I should've bet money that whoever responded would not be able to resist the
> temptation. Made me smile, though. Yes, PSE2. But there is hope. I just

Heh. :)

> bought 5!!!! My needs are not great with my occassional photo editing. So,
> the latest and greatest in this area does nothing for me. I'll catch up
> eventually. I promise!!

Just so you know, they do make improvements occasionally in the
upgrades. :) Not merely more editing options, but also making what is
there already work better.

> Anyways, thanks for the tip.

You're welcome.

I just learned recently that I can sharpen with a brush rather than by
selection.

--
Jeffrey Kaplan www.gordol.org
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kids, we'd all be running around in darkened rooms, munching pills and
listening to repetitive music." -- Marcus Brigstocke
From: Leo Lichtman on 3 Aug 2010 18:01

"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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