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GIMP 2.10 Layer Mask Tutorial

19-05-2020

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In this video tutorial, I will show you how to create a shark in a light bulb using GIMP layer masks.

In this tutorial you will learn how to:

Download free stock images
Add a guideline in GIMP
Rotate an image in GIMP
Create new layers
Use the GIMP rectangle section tool
Learn how to crop to a selection
Rename layers for future reference
Use the magic wand tool to quickly remove a background
Use the paintbrush to ease specific content
Zoom into images
Import new images to layers
Adding image alpha channel
Create a layer mask / black full transparency
Adjust layer mask overlay using the move tool
Use a paintbrush to edit content in the layer mask
Import another image to a new layer
Reduce opacity
Resize an image using the scale tool
Create a new layer mask
Edit layer mask to add and remove content
Add a drop shadow / gaussian blur
Merage image layers
Duplicate layer to mirror effect
Edit image using the uniform transform tool
Reduce the opacity of mirror image
Add a gradient background
Add grow effect using a gaussian blur effect
Export final image in jpg file format

Tutorial summary: We will use various free images, GIMP layers and GIMP layer mask to create artwork.

Download image: https://pixabay.com/en/shark-sea-ocean-blue-predator-2102330/

Download image: https://pixabay.com/en/wave-water-surf-ocean-sea-spray-3473335/

Download image: https://pixabay.com/en/lightbulb-bulb-light-idea-energy-1875255/

Example Gimp Layer Mask Artwork

Video Tutorial By Pankaj Shah | May 19th, 2020 | Graphic Designers

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