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Compositing Techniques in Affinity Photo with James Ritson
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Күн бұрынJoin our in-house Affinity Photo product expert, James Ritson, as he demonstrates a variety of techniques for compositing photographs and image content together.
This session covers making selections, quick masking, selection refinement, canvas resizing, sky replacement, fill layers, tonal blending, custom shortcuts, quick opacity toggling, non-destructive retouching, cutting out objects, scaling/rotating, textured brush masking, channel-contrast blending, brushwork, live filters, blend modes and adjustment layers-a fair amount to sink your teeth into!
Whether you're curious about compositing or simply want more non-destructive techniques under your belt, there will be something for you here.
James will be available on KZfaq’s Live Chat for this session’s premiere on Thursday, 17 September 2020 at 4pm BST.
James has provided some free content to go with this session, you can download this from here: affin.co/ASCFC...
Find out more about James and see his personal photography and digital work at www.jamesritson... and on his social channels:
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You can also browse through a myriad of articles written by James about Affinity Photo and photography over on Affinity Spotlight: affinityspotli...
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@scottljunggren 3 жыл бұрын
I have to say, for me, James's teaching style is perfect! He is clear, gives multiple ways to achieve what he is doing, his pacing is SO MUCH BETTER than most KZfaq How-To's that seem to get more credit for how fast they complete their tutorials, where I am having to constantly pause, rewind, zoom in on the screen to see what seven button they clicked that .5 second instruction. really, really well done.
@JBWritesBooks Жыл бұрын
A timeless tutorial as useful today as it was 2 years ago. Thank you, James!
@willwillis5186 4 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy these longer sessions, where James doesn't just show one way to do something, but explains why and when one method might be better than another. And the shortcuts are wonderful! Thank you very much.
@joeldcanfield_spinhead 4 жыл бұрын
16:00 "We will remove it, because we're perfectionists." I am clearly in the right place.
@holdways 3 жыл бұрын
I agree - that's the best quote I've heard on a KZfaq tutorial for a long time.
@bunnyxmahgii 3 жыл бұрын
Master of hotkeys! :D I can't wait to get this program installed! Thank you Affinity for being NOT subscription-based, hehe.
@epoelzl 3 жыл бұрын
James, you are a gem! As others have commented, your clear and concise style and pace is perfection, and appreciate your immense insight of Affinity photo of using editing techniques I never considered. You are a perfectionist, with the humanity and skill to inspire all who watch! Stay safe.
@paulcharman8113 3 жыл бұрын
James, these longer sessions are definitely so much better and this one in particular has been very helpful on the subject of compositions. Its the very slight tweaks/adjustments that seem to make all the difference. When you make the adjustments do you visualise what it should look like through the eye or your camera if you could take the exact same photo content or do you just make adjustments because you believe it improves the photo itself? Paul
@citizen85 Жыл бұрын
Man, both end results look great!
@brianhorrocks5757 4 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed that, great composite. Look forward to your next tutorial in compositing.
@jamessouttar 2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful! I learnt so much from this. James really sets the standard for how to do software tutorials.
@Mark_KE8YCV Жыл бұрын
Thank you, James. This session opened my eyes to a great many new (to me) techniques as I come up to speed. You seem like a nice guy, and I appreciate your honesty concerning indecision regarding tonality and contrast. With so many powerful tools at our disposal, I frequently find myself torn between options.
@Gentleman_Songster 4 жыл бұрын
I almost always go for a more contrasty look when I'm editing my photos, but I've seen some low-contrast images that look really great, and I ought to go for it more often. But I can't make up my mind about yours, James! Never mind; I've learned two or three things I didn't know, so I'm very happy. Thanks!
@brianhudson106 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this James. Being new to this kind of work I find it fascinating to watch and listen to you putting things together.Absolutely amazing.
@ro4lol 5 ай бұрын
Barely anytime into the video and I just learnt Q for quick mask man I love this guy puts it all together for me. Subbed to James Ritson you are the man also awesome fantastic compositions at the beginning
@claudefiset 4 жыл бұрын
I really like listening to your instructions. Hope to see and hear more.
@MS-xq7eg 3 жыл бұрын
why have i never heard of color decontamination before. it would have saved me a lot of hassle. thank you so much james!!
@stevenwilkes558 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much for clearly explaining how to achieve different compositing techniques. You should do more like this especially with the work you normally do.
@KathleenRenninger 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! Thank you for sharing your techniques.
@TheT2tracer 2 жыл бұрын
Intake overload. lol Awesome video thanks for all the information and especially the short cut keys. As a beginner this help tremendously.
@richarddavidson7282 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks James! That’s brilliant
@xzenor 4 жыл бұрын
Wait, what? I can use the crop tool to expand the canvas??? Why didn't I know this before? 😳
@davidserrano8463 2 жыл бұрын
I know huh 🤣
@JessicaPradoHanson Жыл бұрын
It feels like magic doing it still!
@Hendoneabdar 5 ай бұрын
Thank you James! Good explanations as always
@mrMinstrel 4 жыл бұрын
Always enjoy and learn from your teaching...thanks James!
@goodvibes4014 3 жыл бұрын
The aircraft itself needed some more dodge and burn for that popping effect. Moreover a huge body like that that should have a prominent shadow opposite to the direction of light.
@Mr.-J-2024 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic tutorial. I learned much about how Affinity works by watching. Great job. Thanks.
@eugenia.shou. Жыл бұрын
I enjoyed watching this so much! Thank you, James!
@jorgep519 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! James, excellent tutorial. I am new at this.
@stevejacob4375 3 жыл бұрын
Very enjoyable, a lengthy session and very instructive. A lot to take in but can always go back and re-run. now getting hooked on shortcuts. Thanks James looking forward to much of the same in the future
@bricewillous503 2 жыл бұрын
Was looking for tuts showing Affinity capabilities and how it works. I plan to leave PS but before wanted to get an idea of this soft. There is no better example than analogy and concrete ones like inside this video ! Thank you James !
@ferdinandoesposito8088 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this tutorial, it's a perfect introduction to compositing with Affinity Photo.
@beowulfschmidt6031 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you again for your clarity and focus. Well done.
@duncanmackay3711 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you James for taking the time to help us better understand the power of Affinity. I really enjoyed watching this (again!) and you explain your workflow process so well. Right, I'm off to purchase your Atmosphere Assets!
@annharrison1701 3 жыл бұрын
Oh James, please more of these! Love to see your work flow.
@yassinedjebbari4819 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks alot, really clear and on point teaching
@hilaryhartigan 3 жыл бұрын
Catching up, so good on techniques that I use infrequently and quickly forget!
@EdKenUK 3 жыл бұрын
Loved this, thank you. Great techniques! But massive thank you for introducing me to photobash!!!
@billdungan3709 Жыл бұрын
James, these are just so great! I was wondering what percent of users are using iPad vs desktop. I would love you to do a full iPad course . I’d be happy to pay!
@hughscott2722 3 жыл бұрын
Really helpful, James. Worth revisiting many times as our skills and needs / ideas expand. Thanks a lot.
@charleshenderson4848 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you James, great video. Like the new presentation a lot, more informative and relaxed. Keep them coming!
@joeldcanfield_spinhead 4 жыл бұрын
I always go with huge contrast, but that scene looked very 50s-adventure-movie with lower contrast. Excellent information; so much I can use here. Thank you.
@nerrelloader4226 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this tutorial session. It had so much in it and I will go back and watch it over and over as my skills increase over time. Thank you and take care. :)
@gregoryjamesboyce 3 жыл бұрын
Oly jumpin that was so good! Inspiring. Motivating. Educational. And James, I enjoy the experience of your personality. Thanks.
@JamesRitson 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.
@lindakantes873 2 жыл бұрын
How I wish I could follow this ! I get so muddled up with layers ... super video
@imaginarycolleagues1243 3 жыл бұрын
Great video, James 👍 Would really like to see a session with a more fantastical work, like in the intro😊
@Zwiesel66 3 жыл бұрын
That's a super impressive tutorial for a total beginner like me, thank you for all these valuable information. Those examples are very inspiring.
@flatdim 4 жыл бұрын
The Creative Sessions are great stuff. Carry on.
@johnbates7971 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the shortcuts. Writing notes on this and will practice - really helpful, especially output to new layer on selection refinement
@tomaswilde5481 3 жыл бұрын
Very interesting, really exciting; thank YOU very much!
@heyitsdiggy 4 жыл бұрын
Loved it, I know you said it wasn’t the most exciting composition, but it really was perfect to show tonal techniques, I’m undecided on the final look too but if I was pushed I’m say the matte look. I usually rest on a matte look for my own images.
@MortenSchouenborg 4 жыл бұрын
Color decontamination - that's a new phrase for me, thanks for the great tutorial!
@barbhagger6569 4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant, can't imagine ever getting to this level, but lots of great techniques. Thank you. And I prefer the matte look
@imzaazmi 3 жыл бұрын
Professional work ..you the best 👍👍
@tony.kmullinsstudio818 2 жыл бұрын
You do good work, Sir James. :)
@Muhammed.Yaseen 3 жыл бұрын
I would like to comment that the video was great, the tutorial was awesome, etc. (Which is 100 percent true) BUT What I was thinking throughout the video was that James looked a bit more friendly and light humoured in this video. Lol. 😂❤️ The other Affinity tuts featuring James just made me think James more like a strict teacher who's always angry vibes. ❤️❤️❤️❤️ This is wonderful. 😁 Smile more, James!
@TheSaumon15 3 жыл бұрын
Wow a great revision of many techniques ...Thamks
@davidstraker8336 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, James. Many helpful tips. I like the conversational style -- it suits long-form rather than a more clipped style that may be better for short instructional pieces.
@Artistram3d1 3 жыл бұрын
Bravo, what a great tutorial! I'll be revisiting this one for composites that I make in AP. Thank you so much!
@palgyomai9443 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliantly presented brilliant tutorial. Thank you!
@TrystwithTableTennis 2 жыл бұрын
Hello, pls help! the zip file i downloaded from the description box has 2 pdfs and 2 other file types. nothing in my PC can open it, including affinity photo.
@tikevangogh7227 3 жыл бұрын
A great tutorial. Thank you very much James.
@JMJWill 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, contrast!
@123goforme8 4 жыл бұрын
True, contrast 😺
@billdungan3709 Жыл бұрын
I like the more contrast look
@bonnyvariety9520 3 жыл бұрын
I leant a lot today. Thank you very much.
@razeroxo8068 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this compositing tutorial much appreciated
@marvinspates924 3 жыл бұрын
I love your videos!!! I have so much to learn!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!!
@cliveyoung6334 4 жыл бұрын
A great tutorial and I prefer the matt look.
@bobn19uk 3 жыл бұрын
An absolute genius
@tonyb2760 3 жыл бұрын
I personally prefer the more contrast version. Thanks for sharing
@Taurrain_Art 4 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial! And the finished project looks so dope!! Looks like an album art piece.
@wiltona4753 3 жыл бұрын
Great job with explaining all the details.
@LiontHD 4 жыл бұрын
Amazing video! Very helpful, thank you!
@queekao3540 3 жыл бұрын
Very useful tutorial!!!!
@CyndiCaviedes 3 жыл бұрын
I have been wanting to use another software other than photoshop for compositings and now, finally I can leave adobe!! Yeah! Buying affinity. Great tutorial.
@gosalh 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing stuff!!!
@xzenor 4 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial! Learned some new techniques. thanks!
@clivedowning4200 Жыл бұрын
James great video. Teaches so much in one go. One ask ,are you able to share images via a link if possible, as I find this really helps. Love V2 of affinity.
@lynnemarafino83 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome presentation! Learned a lot, thanks!
@Goldmangun 4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant as always James, thank you!
@blenderpete 3 жыл бұрын
This was really helpful for me. Thank you very much for sharing, Sir :)
@cgomes12 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! You are a great instructor.
@ClintLoweTube 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips, James.
@maryritson814 4 жыл бұрын
Super presentation, James.
@jostak3577 3 жыл бұрын
Another great tutorial - Thank you so much for this. :-)
@davidserrano8463 2 жыл бұрын
I like how he experiments with options
@nelsonsoares2281 3 жыл бұрын
amazing class I really liked it, thanks
@LanzaroteShowcase 3 жыл бұрын
Very good, thank you so much! I like the matte but with maybe less blue in the shadows. Loads of things to learn here, I will be revisiting this I am sure! Oh, and subbed 100%
@blademanu7 2 жыл бұрын
Really cool 😎 thanks 🙏
@fantastiqueberliotz1209 Жыл бұрын
As a beginner, I really wish that instructors would use the actual program options rather than short cuts and the ones they've created. Also, moving from one step to another is great for advanced students, but for those of us who are neophytes, trying to follow along step by step, the instructors are going too fast. They seem to assume that all viewers know almost much as they do about the program. Keep in mind that newbies are trying to follow the cursor clicks on each option/step the instructor is making. One of your best instruction videos I've watched as your new, "Using 'Dreamphography' brushes in Affinity Photo2 with Felix Hernandez. The man took his time and showed every step he took to create his finished photo. I leaned so much in that one video than I have watching many of the other Affinity tutorials I've watched. Please create more tutorials like Felix's tutorial.
@RiccardoPareschi 4 жыл бұрын
Great video, some new tricks . Thanks !
@louismolino8674 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the content. Very nice presentation.
@fredwilsenack8634 3 жыл бұрын
Great video. So many takeaways here. Thank you for the time and effort it took to create this. Question - at the 19:11 mark when you've cut out the plane there's some grey fringing at the back of the plane in the transparent area (as well as a bit around the bottom). I sometimes get that as well when I refine my selections. Can you tell me what causes this? I never know if I should be worried about it or not. Many thanks.
@twistedfirsphotography8444 3 жыл бұрын
~ Two Thumbs ~ Way UP !
@Jetjai 4 жыл бұрын
Hi from Portsmouth
@davidserrano8463 2 жыл бұрын
Very informative video
@jrkettleman1776 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, James you have done it again. I have used compositing for awhile now. This video helps with a lot of questions I have had on compositing. Now, which drive did I put all the cloud images I took last year????
@phlotographer 3 жыл бұрын
there is a great program that you might find useful -- Search Everything . It is freeware and will search all attached or installed drives so if you gave the main folder the name of "clouds" it should be able to find what you need. A good idea is to create sub categories based upon the direction of light so you can match to the main image of the photo.
@warrennelson5190 2 ай бұрын
I'm puzzled, after following these steps to create a new layer from selection, all I got was an empty screen with no image or a new layer. Using Affinity 1.10.8
@murderhill1947 3 жыл бұрын
Not to repeat all the accolades given in the comments ahead of me, and I do agree, I will vote my choice: Punchier Two additional observations: Riston lends a bit of charm to nerdiness as he matures in these tutorials and that full on image of his face reminds me of a young Roy Orbison (without the dark sunglasses).
@jfrw222 4 жыл бұрын
For me, the final image was too flat. I prefer a more contrasty look. Thank you for a great presentation.
@meandernewpoolequipment3971 3 жыл бұрын
I prefer the contrasty look
@casadev24 2 жыл бұрын
amazing work, but the turbine of the plane needs to have a darker tone from the rest of the plane since it's not facing away from the light, kind of makes the plane stick out like sore thumb
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