Adobe Photoshop is one of the most popular photo editing programs. It allows users to manipulate any type of image, from simple cropping to complex effects. In this tutorial, we will show you how to make smooth skin in Photoshop.
Getting Started
Before you start, make sure you have the latest version of Photoshop installed on your computer. You will also need an image with skin that you want to edit.
Step 1: Duplicate the Layer
Open your image in Photoshop. Go to the Layers panel and select the layer with the skin you want to edit. Right click on the layer and select Duplicate Layer. This will create a copy of the layer so that you can make edits without affecting the original image.
Step 2: Add a Blur Filter
Go to Filter > Blur > Gaussian Blur. This will add a blur effect to the skin that will help to blur any imperfections. Adjust the Radius slider until you achieve the desired effect.
Step 3: Add a High Pass Filter
Go to Filter > Other > High Pass. This will help to reduce any noise or grain in the image. Adjust the Radius slider until you achieve the desired effect.
Step 4: Add a Levels Adjustment Layer
Go to Layer > New Adjustment Layer > Levels. This will help to brighten the image and make the skin appear smoother. Drag the sliders until you achieve the desired effect.
Step 5: Add a Unsharp Mask
Go to Filter > Sharpen > Unsharp Mask. This will help to bring out any details that were lost in the blur and high pass filters. Adjust the settings until you achieve the desired effect.
Step 6: Add a Curves Adjustment Layer
Go to Layer > New Adjustment Layer > Curves. This will help to adjust the tones of the image and make the skin appear smoother. Adjust the sliders until you achieve the desired effect.
Step 7: Add a Vibrance Adjustment Layer
Go to Layer > New Adjustment Layer > Vibrance. This will help to make the skin appear more vibrant and alive. Adjust the Vibrance slider until you achieve the desired effect.
Step 8: Add a Hue/Saturation Adjustment Layer
Go to Layer > New Adjustment Layer > Hue/Saturation. This will help to adjust the colors of the image and make the skin appear more natural. Adjust the sliders until you achieve the desired effect.
Step 9: Add a Sharpen Filter
Go to Filter > Sharpen > Smart Sharpen. This will help to sharpen the image and make the skin appear smoother. Adjust the settings until you achieve the desired effect.
Step 10: Save Your Work
Once you are happy with the result, save your work by going to File > Save As. Choose the format and quality you want to save your image in, and click Save.
To Wrap It All Up
Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to make smooth skin in Photoshop. With the steps outlined in this tutorial, you should now have the tools to make any skin look smooth and flawless in Photoshop.
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