How to Match Subject with Background in Photoshop | Part 1

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  • Опубліковано 21 тра 2018
  • Powerful Tools and Techniques to Blend the Subject with the Background in Photoshop! Right from making selections to creating shadows, in this tutorial, we'll go through the complete process of making the perfect composite step-by-step. Using interesting tools like advanced gradient maps, and dodging and burning to get the subject match the background.
    In this part, we will focus on creating monochromatic composites. Firstly, we will make a selection using Color Range as the background is mostly separated by color. Then, once we place the subject in the background and set the correct size and level, we will use tools like Curves, Gradient Maps, Layer Styles, and perform dodging and burning to get the subject to blend.
    In the end, to unify the whole composite, we will apply some global effects which will make both the elements one. I hope this tutorial helps you. Thank you so much for watching!
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  • @henryD9363
    @henryD9363 6 років тому +622

    Once again, he is not only the expert teacher, but also a genius in his artistic use of sophisticated technology.

    • @aniramazigh8351
      @aniramazigh8351 6 років тому +2

      absolutely right

    • @mastafaka1136
      @mastafaka1136 6 років тому +1

      *an expert teacher

    • @AttiasBarak
      @AttiasBarak 5 років тому +4

      Then you probably don't know what you are talking about, he showed way too many redundant steps not to mention some incorrect stuff mainly the part about the lighting and overall really REALLY bad workflow which is the MOST important thing.
      You shouldn't learn from it because it's trash as a tutorial, at least this video.

    • @mastafaka1136
      @mastafaka1136 5 років тому +7

      Barak Attias Can you give me an example of a good video regarding this? Just for reference.

    • @tawhidhasanafridi9109
      @tawhidhasanafridi9109 5 років тому +2

      Can you give me an example of a good video regarding this? Just for reference.

  • @talentlikedisturbia
    @talentlikedisturbia 6 років тому +124

    Everytime when I think that he finished his work, it’s only half of the video! Another half of the video, he makes it perfect! Thank you for the work that you do, you really helping

  • @virtualbeezstaff1552
    @virtualbeezstaff1552 5 років тому +555

    "Isn't that interesting?"
    me nodding.

  • @ionutiustin
    @ionutiustin 6 років тому +65

    hey man, thank you for the HQ videos !! very helpful

  • @stell4you
    @stell4you 5 років тому +446

    "Looks perfect, looks perfect...let's add curves!" :)

  • @amritas2400
    @amritas2400 4 роки тому +67

    I never thought an Indian accent would sound this soothing....
    Also, great video!

    • @maldivirdragonwitch
      @maldivirdragonwitch 4 роки тому +2

      You should listen to some yoga instructional videos! :)

    • @alexanderreiner7694
      @alexanderreiner7694 4 роки тому

      I really like this accent compared to others. If this would be this normal Indian accent I wouldn't watch it. Seriosly, you're amazing!

    • @brana5295
      @brana5295 4 роки тому +2

      @@alexanderreiner7694 It is north indian accent . You know about south indian accent.

    • @Suresh_Kamath
      @Suresh_Kamath 3 роки тому

      @@brana5295 Not true. I have heard many north Indian politicians. Accents in south as well in rest of India vary, based on the kind of school they attend.

  • @JoaoSilva-zf3ol
    @JoaoSilva-zf3ol 5 років тому +1

    This guy is so amazing. He's not afraid to make his videos long, and that's how it should be. Learning how to use PS takes time. He even showed us how to open documents because "he doesn't want to keep us confused", while many youtubers just keep jumping steps that seem obvious (to them, at least). He is the best, hands down.

  • @Ty-no8lj
    @Ty-no8lj 5 років тому +42

    What....how is this free? You are a gosh friggen darn GURU! THANK YOU!

    • @englishatheart
      @englishatheart 4 роки тому +3

      Because some people actually care about helping people more than making money.

  • @staticklingon2182
    @staticklingon2182 5 років тому +5

    Forget the matching subject with background part, I've been using select color range for years and years with great results and this just schooled me. I learned so much, Wow thanks!

  • @Tech4Malayalam
    @Tech4Malayalam 6 років тому +61

    Thank you brother 😘

  • @johncleary6599
    @johncleary6599 5 років тому +8

    I've seen a lot of photoshop tutorials. This is easily one of the best ones out there. Your video production quality is extremely high, your instructions are easy to hear and follow, there's no wasted time or gimmicks in the video, your methods are very effective and non-destructive, and your final image looks amazing. In addition to all that, you are very friendly and comfortable in front of the camera. Excellent tutorial. Thanks so much!

  • @s.londonschertzer5005
    @s.londonschertzer5005 3 роки тому +1

    This man... he has changed my life. I so appreciate all I learn and continue to learn from these videos.

  • @DianaHalstead
    @DianaHalstead 6 років тому +63

    Excellent tutorial, Unmesh! Will really help on my composites! :)

    • @PiXimperfect
      @PiXimperfect  6 років тому +5

      Thank you, Diana! Really happy to hear that.

  • @abbasegbeyemi
    @abbasegbeyemi 5 років тому +3

    This is actually legitimately amazing!!! I've been trying to figure this out for the longest time. I've watched videos about using the selective colour method, and colour balance, but your method is so much easier and less dependent on how colour blind a person is. You are an amazing teacher, and a genius. I wish you every success. Thanks.

  • @paschalmarchaty9220
    @paschalmarchaty9220 6 років тому

    To say d truth, dis guy is a good teacher, even someone that is using photoshop for the first time will understand it...am not use to commenting on youtube videos or subscribing, but dis impressed me...u are a genius

  • @ultimatetoptrumps
    @ultimatetoptrumps 6 років тому

    You make it seem so simple! The best thing is that you explain things in a way that a beginner will be able to understand. There is always something new to discover with your tutorials and you come across as incredibly likeable and easy to listen to!

  • @timefliesaway999
    @timefliesaway999 4 роки тому +214

    “make sure that the blackest black is not totally black”
    and
    “the brightest color is not bright enough, let’s make it brighter”
    are my favorite quotes of this video 😂😂😂😂

  • @Ninmayah
    @Ninmayah 5 років тому +3

    I love your style of teaching, soothing voice, cheerful smile and the quality of your tutorials! You are the best!

  • @MsKendricks1
    @MsKendricks1 6 років тому +9

    Genius tutorial. I have been wanting to learn how to do a manual vignette and now I know. Thank you.

  • @dhstarwars1984
    @dhstarwars1984 4 роки тому +1

    THANK YOU!! I know you posted a while back...i'm just now after using Photoshop for nearly 30 years attempting to expand my knowledge and usage of it beyond my basic needs at work! YOU ARE A HUGE HELP! I've never though I really needed to expand my knowledge beyond what was required here at work....but I think I can do sooooooo much more if I only knew where to look ...before it was just get the image ready an email or catalog ...but I want to create!! only took me getting into my 50s to want to use PS to its fullest... better late than never and you are making it easy for me ...so again THANK YOU

  • @McEgypt1
    @McEgypt1 5 років тому +4

    Actually I'm watching a graphic genius here!! Your tutorials are amazing, keep them up

  • @DawkinsDog
    @DawkinsDog 4 роки тому +5

    I've been using Photoshop since the late 90's but your videos are teaching me loads of things I wouldn't have had a clue of how to do otherwise. Great videos, well explained, and useful. Keep up the great work.

  • @zakhelefrosting
    @zakhelefrosting 5 років тому +14

    Wonderful work my man, keep it up. I've learned a thing or two.

  • @PatrickSamphire
    @PatrickSamphire 5 років тому +1

    You completely blew my mind with the Shift+Alt+click with the eyedropper tool. I had no idea you could do that!

  • @lhaokip1781
    @lhaokip1781 5 років тому +4

    Amazing tutorial that I have never came across so far.
    Thank you so much Giruji.

  • @enearezhda2902
    @enearezhda2902 6 років тому +5

    Your tutorial helped me another time as always brother.
    Thank you again and again Unmesh.

  • @tracylutters230
    @tracylutters230 4 роки тому +1

    I'm pretty sure you just changed my life - very thorough explanations. Just when you think it's perfect, you make it even better! Bonus: credit given to the support team. LOVE THAT.

  • @7Kempi
    @7Kempi 5 років тому

    Probably the best tutorial I have ever seen...

  • @Ferorga
    @Ferorga 6 років тому +6

    I hate youtube for not recommending me your channel before! Nice job!

  • @arseniofrontela5829
    @arseniofrontela5829 6 років тому +4

    Mr Dinda you have truly master Photoshop........great video.

  • @SdertySense
    @SdertySense 5 років тому +2

    Man, that is an extremely useful tutorial as usually. It could not be explained any clearer than that. Thanks a lot

  • @whythatspreposterous
    @whythatspreposterous 4 роки тому +2

    I've been doing this kind of thing the same way for two decades (the long and arduous way). Thanks for showing me some new tricks!

  • @vignesh_waran
    @vignesh_waran 6 років тому +10

    Waiting for this video thank you so much bro

  • @rajarajanmanoharan
    @rajarajanmanoharan 5 років тому +4

    Such clear explanations, and great teaching. So much patience too! Subscribed!

  • @UsmanAli-sv8ny
    @UsmanAli-sv8ny 5 років тому +2

    man your the most relaxed person in the universe. Love your tutorials

  • @septian5365
    @septian5365 6 років тому

    i don't understand why some people dislike this awesome tutorial. Keep uploading mate.

  • @suli5293
    @suli5293 6 років тому +33

    Best photoshop tutor I've ever seen !

  • @madelomandam8342
    @madelomandam8342 5 років тому +15

    I'm very impressed! You just earned a subscriber ^_^

  • @tonetburac
    @tonetburac 6 років тому

    This man knows a lot of photoshop or post processing techniques than anyone else.
    He is also a best teacher. He teaches in a way both beginners and advance editors understand everything he says.

  • @mmhmumin
    @mmhmumin 2 роки тому

    I just had the same of yours, Dinda bro!
    What a lession!
    Basic concept in brief:
    Put the subject on the background
    take a layer mask on the subject
    Then a Gradient Map on it
    On gradient map take the sample of Highligts ans Shadows of the background while selecting the Symbol not the layer
    That's it you got a matching background Subject.
    The rest is your caricature!
    Thank you again.

  • @coliverse
    @coliverse 6 років тому +9

    so satisfying listening to his voice

  • @hammadXP
    @hammadXP 6 років тому +3

    Most satisfying voice, love this *channel.*

  • @onurkayatekin4308
    @onurkayatekin4308 6 років тому

    great man! you are teaching people a skill for free that they can earn money , so dont let negative comments to disturb you. keep on posting

  • @XDarkmage1
    @XDarkmage1 2 роки тому

    best channel in UA-cam about Photoshop

  • @whoisvjm
    @whoisvjm 6 років тому +288

    Came for the video. Stayed for the hair.

  • @Semi-Cyclops
    @Semi-Cyclops 5 років тому +4

    the reason overlay does not spill out is because it paints over shades of gray but does not paint over 100% white of 100% black it will only paint over shades in between(for those who were confused why) buts amazing I never thought of using if in masks like that, just realised how un open my mind it :P thx man
    PS: you dont need to hold alt to make a mark with eye dropper just shift is fine

  • @jacksparrow2506
    @jacksparrow2506 5 років тому +2

    Till the way you explain a thing is just Amazing. I love your teaching method.

  • @laurahudson1477
    @laurahudson1477 5 років тому

    Thank you so much for your tutorials! You make the information easy to follow...much appreciated!! And, thank you to the Patreons!!!!

  • @tinderbox218
    @tinderbox218 5 років тому +5

    Great techniques here. One thing you didn't address is when there is a substantial resolution difference between the elements. Zoom in to this image and you'll see the lady is much finer resolution than the more pixelated and fuzzy background. Sometimes you may want to add noise or play with slight posterization on the finer element to bring it down to better match the less resolved element.

    • @virtualwarp
      @virtualwarp 5 років тому

      I noticed this as well. Great tutorial nonetheless though.

  • @brownboy899
    @brownboy899 3 роки тому +8

    "specific shades of gray"
    Me giggling in my head: 50 shades of gray lol

  • @ramarao9840
    @ramarao9840 2 роки тому

    His videos are lengthy when compared to others.But we can learn the subject even with half of the topic covered.But watching his full video makes you PERFECT and ACCURATE over others.

  • @konstantinospavlakis929
    @konstantinospavlakis929 4 роки тому

    By far one of the best narrators i've ever seen and great explanation on the subject.

  • @taimoor1062
    @taimoor1062 6 років тому +4

    First comment ❤️

  • @fullpreteristnow
    @fullpreteristnow 4 роки тому +7

    Good stuff, however we must remember that on the shadow side of every object, there is always "reflected light." This light will be reflected from the ground or sky, etc. All professional photographers and those trained in the arts understand this. I was trained in classical drawing and painting. He should not be getting rid of reflected light. Taking out fringe light from the masking is proper, but he should explore the best ways to bring in natural-looking reflected light. This is where an artistic background (training) is beneficial, since you may have to paint some of this in or use some more sophisticated methods with blending modes to get the reflected light. To my eye, it is not natural to see all reflected light obliterated. This is the problem. If you study drawing and painting, you will know that it is OK to lose the line between subject and shadow in certain areas, but not to obliterate this distinction between the two altogether. In the arts, this is called "lost and found edges." If you google that, you can see examples of what I'm saying. Once you learn this principle, you work will progress to a much higher level. I'd like to see him address this problem in a future video. Perhaps with this same photo. To be clear, there is some lost and found edges going on, but the overall reflected light is not correct and not at all believable in this photo. I still appreciate his teaching though.

    • @Old_Man_Jay
      @Old_Man_Jay 4 роки тому +2

      Totally agree! Too bad you made this comment almost 2 years after this video was made. It deserves more attention. There may be tons of people who don't have a background in art and have watched this video and are probably making unconvincing composites because they don't fully understand how light and shadow works.

  • @TheSmilingWeb
    @TheSmilingWeb 5 років тому

    I love that multiply trick on the mask !! very helpful! thanks

  • @HonorOfKingsKong
    @HonorOfKingsKong 2 роки тому

    Just wow, isn't that interesting? It looks perfect. New subscriber here, thanks for this awesome tutorial. Great job UA-cam algorithm for recommending this kind of vids.

  • @vladimirsoskic5475
    @vladimirsoskic5475 4 роки тому +5

    You put shadow on wrong side, because if you put shadow on her right side then her left side must be brighter

  • @aakasheoran
    @aakasheoran 5 років тому +4

    Download links are not working

  • @robloxoof7721
    @robloxoof7721 2 роки тому

    you are honestly better than 90% of my teachers :0 clear, consise and straight to the point, great video!

  • @ira7856
    @ira7856 4 роки тому

    you have such a friendly voice, I had you playing on the background without needing this

  • @waaargh2985
    @waaargh2985 4 роки тому +14

    Damn even his beard is perfect as his tutorial

  • @m_0zzy
    @m_0zzy 4 роки тому +10

    He made me think I Kno nothin about ps 😂

  • @TheVlinder1957
    @TheVlinder1957 3 роки тому

    Love watching your tutorials.
    Clear and to the point.

  • @halaboly8915
    @halaboly8915 5 років тому +4

    "Fur other a dew" 😂
    Great video and clear instructions! 👍

  • @pian6052
    @pian6052 4 роки тому +3

    "Now, we need to change the blend mode of this one to soft light. WHERE IS SOFT LIGHT ?! There it is.."

  • @lizandraclayres
    @lizandraclayres 5 років тому +3

    if i knew all of this 3 years ago when i had time to play with photoshop 😭

  • @onnmohdyusoff
    @onnmohdyusoff 3 роки тому

    You hv a wealth of knowledge & competency AND excellent teacher. Your summary at the end is very useful reinforcement of the learning. THANK YOU SIR.

  • @MACTackleBox
    @MACTackleBox 6 років тому

    Seriously...you are the best!! For years I've taken multiple Photoshop courses and felt that I could teach myself much better - until I found your channel. You are an excellent teacher!! Thank you for doing such an amazing job! 😊

  • @nabeelanees3559
    @nabeelanees3559 6 років тому +4

    Can you make videos on manipulation brother?

    • @PiXimperfect
      @PiXimperfect  6 років тому +3

      Sure Nabeel, there are already 3 videos on manipulation in this channel. More to come soon!

    • @nabeelanees3559
      @nabeelanees3559 6 років тому

      Okay thanks brother!

    • @papi1050
      @papi1050 6 років тому

      He's not ur brothrr

    • @nabeelanees3559
      @nabeelanees3559 6 років тому

      Flowey's hot jamz who the hell are you to tell this?

    • @papi1050
      @papi1050 6 років тому

      Nabeel Anees dunno

  • @rodante.b1472
    @rodante.b1472 5 років тому +6

    what if the background image is colored?

    • @virtualwarp
      @virtualwarp 5 років тому

      Make sure that it's not 😉

    • @laurahudson1477
      @laurahudson1477 5 років тому

      I think you would still select the high, mid & low points and create a gradient map for the second image.

  • @nickiam_
    @nickiam_ 6 років тому

    You are amazing! Every lesson brings something new. Thank you.

  • @elldesignz
    @elldesignz 5 років тому

    This guy is really a genius with a non-human view....

  • @al3anood
    @al3anood 5 років тому +3

    so fking hard thats why i hate photoshop

  • @VijayKumar-su1hq
    @VijayKumar-su1hq 5 років тому

    Love your work and I've started learning Photoshop with your tutorials. Thanks a lot.

  • @happytang1802
    @happytang1802 5 років тому

    I’ve always wanted to learn how to composite images, your tutorial is easy to understand and exactly what I’m looking for. Now is to try and do it! Thank you!

  • @GeorgeNagy
    @GeorgeNagy 5 років тому

    You are one of the best teachers I have seen. You know exactly what and how to explain and when ! Amazing !

  • @Pierinan
    @Pierinan 4 роки тому

    The effort he puts on teaching and making everything clear deservers all the subs!

  • @arafatkhan8809
    @arafatkhan8809 4 роки тому

    You are the one and only perfect teacher I have ever seen. Thank you.

  • @desenhandoo8288
    @desenhandoo8288 5 років тому

    Excelente seus tutoriais, muito bem explicado. Parabéns.

  • @robertrigel9806
    @robertrigel9806 2 роки тому

    Another amazing experience with Photoshop! Thanks so much. You are raising my awareness of the concepts behind the tools, and I really appreciate that. You are an incredible teacher.

  • @zubovaka
    @zubovaka 5 років тому

    OMG! Thank you for this tutorial! It helped me a lot.

  • @GustavoTobares
    @GustavoTobares 6 років тому +1

    Impresionante! Gracias, lo intentaré pronto!

  • @MarkHawthorne976
    @MarkHawthorne976 6 років тому

    Thank you, Unmesh for presenting this in two parts. This presentation filled one half hemisphere of my brain and the other half eagerly awaits part two. GREAT job!

  • @ramisirfan4741
    @ramisirfan4741 6 років тому +1

    I rarely comment but this is one of the best channels on youtube for photoshop! You explain everything thing insanely clearly and in a way which is totally easy to understand. Good job 👏👏

  • @highspeedfistfight
    @highspeedfistfight 4 роки тому

    Dude, this is amazing work. We all appreciate your tutorials! Keep up the kickass work.

  • @xenosys480
    @xenosys480 4 роки тому

    I love your Photoshop tutorials so much! I learned a lot already, it's all really helpful!

  • @traymac11
    @traymac11 6 років тому +1

    Awesome job man! Thank you so much for this tutorial

  • @j86j
    @j86j 6 років тому

    One of the best Photoshop tutorial i've ever seen on you tube. It is very learners friendly because it explains every passage very carefully.

  • @claudiogoa8563
    @claudiogoa8563 5 років тому

    you are outstanding, thanks for the top quality instructables!!!!

  • @thedigitalnomad254
    @thedigitalnomad254 3 роки тому

    For all the tutorials I have been watching on youtube you have turned out to be the best. You explain every step very careful, you are perfectly audible. I would give you a 5 star for this.

  • @44883
    @44883 5 років тому

    This was amazing, thank you very much! Really well made video and detailed too. Congrats!

  • @allanrabanalesart8763
    @allanrabanalesart8763 5 років тому +2

    This was worth watching.... Thanks man. I learned new stuff

  • @juliajanzellini
    @juliajanzellini 5 років тому

    Excellent tutorial! This is what I was looking for! thank you!

  • @michaelcoomber6099
    @michaelcoomber6099 6 років тому

    I can only say WOW! I've learned so much from your lessons. You're one of. Three channels that I watch mainly with the other two being Phearn and PSD. Thanks.

  • @YossiKo
    @YossiKo 2 роки тому

    Thank you! it's a pleasure listening to you :)

  • @christianjakechavez7087
    @christianjakechavez7087 3 роки тому

    This is literally the first time I've liked and subscribe an Indian guy doing a howto tutorials on UA-cam. This really helps man! Please continue to make videos like this in the future as you're videos are so easy to follow for beginners like me. Salute!

  • @jrsmoots
    @jrsmoots 6 років тому

    That vignette technique at the end is brilliant!

  • @kamransani2925
    @kamransani2925 Рік тому

    I follow and learn from you sitting in Karachi, Pakistan. You are simply brilliant!

  • @vinodtade6751
    @vinodtade6751 6 років тому

    Thank you Umesh. You are simply one of the best tutors...

  • @rottenbookworm
    @rottenbookworm 5 років тому

    I just finished this tutorial, did some others before and have a couple more on my "watch later" list already. I just wanted to say, that your videos are very helpful. The way you teach takes away the "fear" from task like hair selection f.ex.. I learned a lot already. So keep it up! : )