Hi there
Is there a feature on Pixelmator that allows editing of an image, say the foreground, with exposure adjustments using a gradient fill?
Ben
Using Gradients for Exposure Adjustments
2020-01-07 12:05:26
Hi bogheadben.
The key phrase here is 'gradient mask'. Use the gradient tool on the mask, not the layer. Example here:
To do this:
1. Duplicate the layer.
2. Apply the Black & White effect to the top layer.
3. Add a mask to the top layer.
4. Select the mask by clicking on it in the layers panel.
5. Drag the gradient tool with colours set to black and white across the canvas to apply the gradient effect to the mask.
Hope this helps.
- Stef.
The key phrase here is 'gradient mask'. Use the gradient tool on the mask, not the layer. Example here:
To do this:
1. Duplicate the layer.
2. Apply the Black & White effect to the top layer.
3. Add a mask to the top layer.
4. Select the mask by clicking on it in the layers panel.
5. Drag the gradient tool with colours set to black and white across the canvas to apply the gradient effect to the mask.
Hope this helps.
- Stef.