PS Vignettes/Collages

[shadytree]

Any idea on the best way to collage a load of images seemlessly onto one image? I understand vignetting, but how about the blending of images etc, so there are no joins or edges.

Hope you understand me.
I'll try and find an example on the web.

[simpo two]

Like this?



I'd start with one image, then make the canvas much bigger, then copy and past other images into it. Move as required. I think the Erase brush will allow you to get the cross-fade effect.

[EmmaP]

Best way to do this is through masking. If you want to know how to do that, buy a book* or go to college Only kidding It is a bit too involved to try to explain on here well enough for you to understand. I'm sure a few folk will have a go though

*'Digital Photography Handbook' by Tim Daly covers this in Chapter 8. I'm sure that there are other books that cover this in more depth, but I don't have or know of any.

[shadytree]

Yep that's the puppy cheers Simpo & Emma

It's just making it look seemless that I'm having trouble with.

[EmmaP]

I always have problems with my seams too Masking is better than the eraser. It's a bit tidier and more controlled and will leave less risk of 'holes' in your canvas. It takes a while to master the art I must say. I'm still struggling.

[Bacardi]

One of the best books that covers easy & advanced techniques is this.

Emma is right. You need to master 'Layer Masks' is PS. Erasing with a feathered brush is fine..... until, 1/2 hour later, or next day, you decide there is a bit you didn't want to erase. Assuming you're using PS, it will explain the basics in the help menu.