The Science of All 27 Blend Modes in Photoshop!

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Your Complete Guide to All 27 Blend Modes in Photoshop! Learn the science behind each blending mode and how they work. In this tutorial, we will go through several examples to illustrate the uses and also the math that goes behind it.
Starting with the concept of Blend Mode groups and how each group has a common property, we will dive deeper to understand and compare several different blending modes so that you can choose the right one in the right situation.
I hope this tutorial helps you. Thank you so much for watching :)
► TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
00:28 Normal
00:49 Dissolve
02:07 Darken
04:10 Multiply
05:56 Multiply Vs. Darken
06:20 Color Burn
08:44 Linear Burn
09:18 Linear Burn Vs. Color Burn
09:47 Darker Color
10:27 Lighten
10:53 Screen
11:34 Color Dodge & Linear Dodge
12:56 Lighter Color
13:42 Overlay
15:52 Soft Light
16:50 Hard Light
17:56 Vivid Light And Linear Light
20:05 Pin Light
21:49 Hard Mix
24:54 Difference
28:27 Exclusion
29:27 Subtract
32:49 Divide
34:09 Understanding Hsl
35:25 Hue
37:32 Saturation
38:33 Color
39:12 Luminosity
41:03 The 3 Extra Blend Modes
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@KennethWayne 4 жыл бұрын

You explain things in a way that anyone can understand. Thank you so much.

@NillKitty 3 жыл бұрын

No, he just repeats the same thing 3-4 times in a row just with a different camera shot, which is why this video is 42 minutes. We understood multiplication the first time.

@fortniteomg8868 3 жыл бұрын

@@NillKitty sometimes repeating the same methods with the different way it's useful to be more understanding more how it exactly it works.

@AboubakarBaba-le8yz 2 жыл бұрын

@@fortniteomg8868version française

@theoffbeatartist Жыл бұрын

Not everyone. I still have to try each blend. I am slow

@svaeon 3 ай бұрын

for me math is a strange thing@@theoffbeatartist

@Mr22Fish 4 жыл бұрын

When I'm teaching or learning something I'm always struck by how many want to just "show off" their knowledge and how few really teach/guide those who want to learn. You put these in a space where people can grab, relate and learn and that's the best compliment I can give a learning guide. Right on man, keep it going.

@mathesonjake 2 жыл бұрын

Right with you there. I agree 100% passion for teaching and not showing off here is what always brings me to PIXimperfect every time, even when I'm not looking to learn something new his love for sharing knowledge is compelling. ❤️

@AkelaTalamasca Жыл бұрын

I've been using Photoshop since version 2, and this is the first time I've actually understood how blending modes work. Thank you!

@mahafujalam3390 Жыл бұрын

@TheBadcop 5 жыл бұрын

I wish you would also do After Effects tutorials. Amazing talent for teaching.

@PiXimperfect 5 жыл бұрын

I wish I knew After Effects enough to make a tutorial. Thanks for watching!

@bilalchaudhry.9294 5 жыл бұрын

@@PiXimperfect bnado yar after effects ka bhi.

@subashdl4192 5 жыл бұрын

@@PiXimperfectCan you do it na sir ???

@apaloosa01 5 жыл бұрын

Was going to say look out for Video Copilot, but I see my friends were here before me! I HIGHLY recommend their channel!!!!

@MiseriTrack1 5 жыл бұрын

Samir Patnaik hell yeah like C4D’s commander!

@nilexh3476 4 жыл бұрын

I'm a simple guy, i try every blending mode lol

@CtTano 3 жыл бұрын

Same here XD

@nilexh3476 3 жыл бұрын

@@CtTano LoL

@laithatoum8458 3 жыл бұрын

no guy is simple if he plays valorant..lol

@nilexh3476 3 жыл бұрын

@@laithatoum8458 Ahahaha

@YUVIs_Music 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂 me too

@alikocphoto 5 жыл бұрын

DUDE ! THIS IS SOOOO MUCH WORK !!! Thank you soooooooooooo much for giving us all those information !!

@zaldabus 4 ай бұрын

Haven’t used Photoshop for 20+ years but recently got back into it for some stuff I’m working on. Your content is by far some of the best education material I’ve come across on KZfaq, thanks for putting everything together!

@GKOALA7 5 жыл бұрын

Just for the sarcasm at 2:18 I hit the Like Button even better watching the rest of the video. I genuinely laughed at your snarky comment. You've got an insane amount of Photoshop knowledge, but you're actually funny at times. Thanks for both! 💌

@Faisaif 3 жыл бұрын

0:28 NORMAL 0:49 DISSOLVE 2:07 DARKEN 4:10 MULTIPLY 5:56 MULTIPLY VS DARKEN 6:20 COLOR BURN 8:44 LINEAR BURN 9:18 LINEAR BURN VS. COLOR BURN 9:47 DARKER COLOR 10:27 LIGHTEN 10:53 SCREEN 11:34 COLOR DODGE & LINEAR DODGE 12:56 LIGHTER COLOR 13:42 OVERLAY 15:52 SOFT LIGHT 16:50 HARD LIGHT 17:56 VIVID LIGHT AND LINEAR LIGHT 20:05 PIN LIGHT 21:49 HARD MIX 24:54 DIFFERENCE 28:27 EXCLUSION 29:27 SUBTRACT 32:49 DIVIDE 34:09 UNDERSTANDING HSL 35:25 HUE 37:32 SATURATION 38:33 COLOR 39:12 LUMINOSITY 41:03 THE 3 EXTRA BLEND MODES

@tw-ai 3 жыл бұрын

To ensure the proper functioning of movie chapters, the start time of the first time stamp must be 00:00.

@kristinaclowers9647 2 жыл бұрын

My god, thank you.

@jungsomewhat Жыл бұрын

Thanks for that 🎉

@ozainulhassan3669 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Bro

@marcromanbravo 3 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best videos you've ever produced. I don't know if this knowledge exists somewhere else, but if it does I've never seen it presented this way. Thank you so much 👏

@genevievelaurin5675 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you SO MUCH for this! There is an ocean of videos and "tutorials" on blend modes that just tell you which one they use, but not why. Finally, I feel like I am beginning to understand how they work.

@Noealz 5 жыл бұрын

I think you always give me something to save to my playlists, great videos as always

@avishchand298 4 жыл бұрын

This whole channel is a playlist

@Roy-pu3zx 5 жыл бұрын

You are the BEST! You make things simplified. I'm a photoshop user for 20 yrs. I still learn new things from your channel. Thank you!

@fenyxflare 5 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU, I've been trying to find someone who could explain all the blend modes and then you post this. :)

@MrMoonpie001 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Unmesh, perhaps one of the best videos of the year, tough subject but not really when you realize the potential of these tools! Moonpie

@JezzaN1 5 жыл бұрын

What a phenomenal video - i'll never stop recommending your channel to people looking for tips, tricks, tutorials and overall fantastic information on both Lightroom and Photoshop / Camera Raw. Thanks Unmesh.

@PiXimperfect 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, my friend. I really appreciate your support and time to watch the videos :)

@embassador_r610 5 жыл бұрын

You're great! Thank you for this awesome, compelling, complete, fun tutorial. It's so much work I really appreciate the time you spent on making it.

@BonesofStarlight 5 жыл бұрын

The way you teach is amazing. I'm so thankful for you.

@darkreigncometh 5 жыл бұрын

This was MASTERFUL!! I have been looking for something like this for years and here you come with this awesome tutorial. I honestly don't know how you keep coming up with content, but please don't stop.

@lukebiskupski5014 4 жыл бұрын

Man I really appreciate how clearly you show all the differences and similarities between the blend modes! Just a perfect video! Thank you so much :)

@marybisht9333 5 жыл бұрын

Wow!! I've never seen a guy who can explain everything that perfectly. Love this video..!!

@jeffjamesmusic 2 жыл бұрын

By far the most comprehensive teaching on blend modes! Thank you, well done!

@nowyouknowabout 3 жыл бұрын

This is just superb. Exactly what I was looking for - very clear, concise, intelligent, thorough and easy to watch. Thank you!

@M0stlyH4rml3ss Жыл бұрын

This was probably the most helpful video you have made yet, though there’s tough competition. Thank you so much for all your help with your videos: you have saved no doubt hours of courses/learning with your ability to teach clearly and with appropriate examples. Also, the maths was very helpful to understand exactly what was going on, so please don’t hold back in other videos!

@sanrothodi 3 жыл бұрын

You are the best teacher I've ever had, I'm so grateful and thankful. For real, you make Photoshop a simple program that everyone can use. Thank you so much for doing all this videos!!

@vividhkothari1 3 жыл бұрын

So far this has been my favorite video of yours. I love learning about the science and concepts behind Photoshop, and not just learn the steps to change a picture to something else. Please post more videos like this. Like, what is happening down to the pixel level in terms of color/brightness, etc.

@behcetustun 4 жыл бұрын

This is the most explanatory video about blending modes I've ever seen. Thank you so much.

@ryans_life 4 жыл бұрын

My god mate this is the best, clearest and more succinct explanation on the NET. SO many have confused me. Thanks.

@anto_oquendo 5 жыл бұрын

THIS. VIDEO. IS. AMAZING!!! I love how you teach! Thank you so much for all your videos! 😍

@igorsandrini 5 жыл бұрын

You are the best photoshop tutorial ever. Thanks for doing this.

@karank6097 4 жыл бұрын

no he is human

@anweralzubaidy7565 4 жыл бұрын

He isn’t a tutorial , is he ?

@ahmedfarhat5413 5 жыл бұрын

generally speaking, i love your tuts so much especially this one about blending modes

@huihgujtg 2 жыл бұрын

You have no idea how long I've been searching for a video like this. This is the most important video on KZfaq :D Thank you!

@joshuadtaft 5 жыл бұрын

I've been waiting a long time for a detailed explanation for all the blend modes! Thanks! By the way, a good use for subtraction is to remove some gradients, such as removing light pollution if you do things like astrophotography.

@opjmlite9903 4 жыл бұрын

God bless you for this tutorial. Your teaching is amazing. I love all your tutorials.

@TheJehanj 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks again. I've been watching and learning from all your tutorials over a period of time. The tutorials only get better and clearer as well as easy to understand!! great Tutorial once again!!

@DiegoTerzano 5 жыл бұрын

The best and most thorough explanation I have ever seen on the subject. I tend to use only 3-4 blend modes but now this gives me more understanding to to try other modes in specific circumstances (without trial and error :). Excellent tutorial.

@YuliaFalls 5 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial. I found Divide blend mode very useful for toning my pictures. Lets say you have a black and white portrait. Create a gradient map layer which goes from light yellow (H = 60, S = 20, B = 100, R = 255, G = 255, B = 204) to pure white, set blend mode to Divide and reduce fill. I find the resulting hint of blue very pleasing to the eye. Open the histogram and see what this does to the blue channel by toggling blend layer on and off. Might want to add constrast a bit.

@muhammadrizkyst85 5 жыл бұрын

"I'm sorry guys there's a lot of maths here" You got me there 😂

@fritz-creates 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, this is what i call an overview! Thank you so much for all the good work! :)

@kittochris 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for explaining it patiently and in so simple steps. Love your channel.

@randyrrodriguez1191 5 жыл бұрын

bro you're a genius! thanks so much!

@neogamess Жыл бұрын

Glad to know that I am not the only one who finds that , except for multiply and overlay, the rest of the blending modes are just extras of the list.

@marcusfritsch8143 5 жыл бұрын

Unmesh you're the king! Never before I found a better and profound explanation of ALL blend modes. Totally appreciate your work you done with this tutorial. Big Thanks!

@unclenene 5 жыл бұрын

Mr. Unmesh: bright and detailed explanation about the 27 blend modes in Photoshop. All its mysteries have been unveiled. Thank you!

@christophercraig9295 5 жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree with @TheBadcop. You have an amazing talent for teaching.

@MiseriTrack1 5 жыл бұрын

@ Christopher Craig Video Copilot is to After Effects what Piximperfect is to Photoshop. This is by far the best Photoshop channel I've come across just like Andrew Kramer's Video Copilot is the best channel for After Effects. Long story short check out Video Copilot for After Effects tutorials. He also has some amazing FREE plugins.

@DrPix3l 4 жыл бұрын

I thought anyone knows anything about this blend mode ahahah ! Man you are just a Legend :D I use photoshop since always !And i NEVER understand this much ! And this is so simple... Just with this video i record everything in my mind... With 42 mins ! What a performance man !!! And when you ask for comment if we have a better explanation about one blend mode... No one have any (better) explanation ahah And i think to explane this well is to speak like you speak to a child... And when i'm looking at this video i'm clearly a child... With stars in the eyes

@yym1964 2 жыл бұрын

What a great teacher! I've read some literature about blend modes before but this video gives me a whole new way of understanding. Watch this video, take notes on the essentials, read such literature again. Then come back to this video and re-appreciate what is in there. It is a beginning, not an end of learning blend modes.

@KimLeeKhoArtist 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic tutorial! I have worked with Photoshop and layer blend modes for more years than I'd care to say, and I understood how quite a few of them worked, but now, WOW! It's great to finally have a handle on how some of the less straightforward ones work and nuances of how some of the others do. Thanks so much for this!

@nirajfilms1040 5 жыл бұрын

you opened my mind... I've learned all about blending modes now never will be confusion thank you so much, bro... much appreciated

@racingheartentertainment1835 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, that hard light effect is powerful!

@andrehnguyen 4 жыл бұрын

The way you explain each bend mode is much easier to understand compared to others, especially multiplying of 0 and 1. Thank you so much for opening our minds about blend modes!

@danburdie 4 жыл бұрын

I was looking for that tutorial soo long! Thank you for doing such amazing work!

@lgwistuba 5 жыл бұрын

42 minutes that look like 30 seconds. I just couldn't feel time passing.

@sonamtseringsherpa 5 жыл бұрын

The contents of PiXimperfect are extraordinarily amazing and unique from all other channels. Thanks a Billion, SIr ❤

@aenzardion 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thank you very much. This what I've been looking for. Now, I understand the blend modes better. Thank you so much!

@user-rz7te2vm8r 4 жыл бұрын

The best blend mode tutorial on KZfaq!! Other KZfaqrs only tells you to try every option to figure out the patterns and preferences

@billijoebobbyjr 4 жыл бұрын

So you’re my photoshop god, you have replaced all other tutorial channels, I was going to make myself a playlist of videos to refer to but you’ve made it easy, it’s just your channel! Thank you 🙏🏼

@Mega-knight_55 5 жыл бұрын

You are the best. Seriously what did we do to deserve you?!?! Bless you for all your hard work.

@EMvanLoon 5 жыл бұрын

Every time I think that I know it all, you bring something new. Please never stop amazing me with your knowledge!

@rafaelclariana 2 жыл бұрын

I have been using Photoshop for many years and this is the first time I have seen such a clear, consistent and practical explanation of blending mods. Thank you

@mohitranjan8876 4 жыл бұрын

You're the God of Photoshop!! Thanks a lot for all such tutorials 💓

@sunnyrmbm 5 жыл бұрын

I'm the one who liked and comment on video before watching. Great Teacher! Salute👍

@SuperKiwilime 3 жыл бұрын

By far the most straight forward, easiest description I've heard. Great presentation!

@milotgarcia0426 5 жыл бұрын

How can you not absolutely love this channel. Thank you very much for such a wonderful content

@sridhartalwar7551 5 жыл бұрын

► TIMESTAMPS: ----00:28 Normal ----00:49 Dissolve ----02:07 Darken ----04:10 Multiply ----05:56 Multiply Vs. Darken ----06:20 Color Burn ----08:44 Linear Burn ----09:18 Linear Burn Vs. Color Burn ----09:47 Darker Color ----10:27 Lighten ----10:53 Screen ----11:34 Color Dodge & Linear Dodge ----12:56 Lighter Color ----13:42 Overlay ----15:52 Soft Light ----16:50 Hard Light ----17:56 Vivid Light And Linear Light ----20:05 Pin Light ----21:49 Hard Mix ----24:54 Difference ----28:27 Exclusion ----29:27 Subtract ----32:49 Divide ----34:09 Understanding Hsl ----35:25 Hue ----37:32 Saturation ----38:33 Color ----39:12 Luminosity ----41:03 The 3 Extra Blend Modes

@morcatna4767 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@aksmn4 4 жыл бұрын

thnx

@heerkumar2397 3 жыл бұрын

Thx

@kushvalorant 3 жыл бұрын

wow just copied from the description

@abdurrasheedmohmand2983 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thanks for making it more easier

@proteinburger5194 3 жыл бұрын

Its crazy how such a good video is on youtube for free.

@pussinboots9983 4 жыл бұрын

I need to re-watch this about 3 times and test it out to fully understand and learn the blend modes. After that, I have no struggles about blend modes! This guy deserves a praise!

@fastbacktina 4 жыл бұрын

You are SO good at teaching! I always learn something when I watch your videos! Thank you for all you do!

@kamilkp 5 жыл бұрын

The best video on the subject I’ve seen, BUT I was hoping to see more math: eqations and charts for every blend mode. Do you have such a knowledge?

@fredericsoumier8096 5 жыл бұрын

Even maths is a pleasure with you. Great job Thanks

@Irokm1 5 жыл бұрын

This is the best guide for blend modes!! I totally understand all your explanations effortless!! I don't do much photo edition but I apply what I learn from your channel in my illustrations :) Thank you very much for your dedication sharing your knowledge.

@kristyboxx 3 жыл бұрын

Wooohou, thank you for explaining me the science of the blend modes. They were always a mystery for me. I am soo happy for you making this video. Keep on going.

@GeeksnNerdsTechMadeEasy 5 жыл бұрын

I wish I could learn Illustrator from here because I love how you taught me photoshop.

@PiXimperfect 5 жыл бұрын

I wish I knew enough to teach. Thanks, brother :)

@GeeksnNerdsTechMadeEasy 5 жыл бұрын

How about Lightroom brother? Please bring something up. We'll be grateful.

@man2596 4 жыл бұрын

and then the number of followers might double or triple....

@djangoworldwide7925 4 жыл бұрын

basic tip: when doing the blury efect on Hard Light, change the blend mode before you add the filter, that way you can already see the nice bluring affect, and you dont have to guess. otherwise (and, moreover to be honest) use a smart filter so you can always change the settings

@KarenCooley 3 жыл бұрын

My brain just blew up. This was such a helpful tutorial!!! And the b/w adjustment layer for Luminosity? Lightbulb moment!! Thank you, thank you, for all that you do for us Photoshop users, Unmesh!! You are the best!

@KrishnaMohanDr 5 жыл бұрын

An extremely comprehensive description of the blend modes with a superb explanation of each one of them.

@assaf_story 3 жыл бұрын

i feel like going to the cafeteria because i just had a real class

@jonniekevinwalker3142 5 жыл бұрын

Pi...could u do a vector drawing, simple one...??? i have exams and im having bit of problems.

@CarlosHernandez-lm5mc 4 жыл бұрын

This channel is incredible and absolutely indispensable when trying to understand Photoshop. Thank you so much!

@gadiac89 3 жыл бұрын

I've spent four years in college learning Graphic Design and this is the best explanation of blend modes I've gotten.

@AdamSzarmack 5 жыл бұрын

"99.9% of the time you will not use the dissolve blend mode" lol. For me, it's tracking right now at 100% of the time. Haha.

@amisamaira194 4 жыл бұрын

00:28 NORMAL 00:49 DISOLVE 02:07 DARKEN 04:10 MULTYPLY 05:56 MULTIPLY VS DARKEN 06:20 COLOR BURN 08:44 LENEAR BURN 09:18 LENEAR BURN VS COLOR BURN 09:47 DARKER COLOR 10:27 LIGHTEN 10:53 SCREEN 11:34 COLOR DODGE & LENEAR DODGE 12:56 LIGHTER COLOR 13:42 OVERLAY 15:52 SOFT LIGHT 16:50 HARD LIGHT 17:56 VIVD LIGHT AND LENEAR LIGHT 20:05 PIN LIGHT 21:49 HARD MIX 24:54 DIFFERNCE 28:27 EXCLUSION 29:27 SUBSTRACT 32:49 DIVIDE 34:09 UNDERSTANDING HSL 35:25 HUE 37:32 SATURATION 38:33 COLOR 39:12 LUMINOSITY 41:03 THE 3 SPECIAL BLEND MODE

@SidBonkers51 5 жыл бұрын

Most of this I knew, from watching your videos over the last few years but its great to have it all explained in detail on one video. Its given me a couple of ideas to ;) so thanks.

@Argyll9846 11 ай бұрын

After watching quite a few of your videos I can understand why you have so many subscribers. You are definitely patient and very instructive.

@47ungkrs60 5 жыл бұрын

"99.9% We will not use the dissolve mode" XD can you make a video when we use Dissolve Mode

@farhanaahmed505 4 жыл бұрын

For creating particular effect in special cases

@presentationcsfphysics Жыл бұрын

3 years later... still the best lesson out there... Thanks!

@Mont_Blanc_Photography 2 жыл бұрын

This has been a massive help, and so well taught. Thank-you! I love your videos and have subscribed. You're an excellent teacher.

@jwalzer 5 жыл бұрын

One of the most in-depth videos on PS - thx Unmesh for taking the time to make a great video!

@deloceanophoto 4 жыл бұрын

This is a truly fascinating video. Thank you for your patience and clarity in explaining this.

@cheryloliviera3319 4 жыл бұрын

I love the way you explain everything so clear!

@anjanshomodder1672 5 жыл бұрын

I was waiting for this video from you for a long time. Thanks Umnesh

@lebiasa 5 жыл бұрын

You are on my screen 24/7 nowadays. Thank you for being such an awesome teacher.

@RemitheDreamfox Жыл бұрын

I've always had such a hard time understanding this, but you made it much easier to understand, thank you :D

@joannelg 3 жыл бұрын

thank you for explaining blend modes so well. this is the best explanation so far!

@debasispyne262 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for letting them understand so easily...great teaching quality!!

@joshellyson 2 жыл бұрын

Plain and simple, you are probably the best Photoshop tutor in the KZfaq universe. Get so much from your tutorials. Thank you very much.

@navidghods3578 2 жыл бұрын

That was one of the best and most organized tutorial videos I have ever watched on KZfaq! Well done!

@Foodgeek 5 жыл бұрын

Most useful Photoshop tutorial EVER! 😄

@vdimension2495 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for everything that you teach us in such a simple and efficient manner! I really like the way you teach things: everything is very clear and also easily understandable for every kind of person willing to learn more about Ps software. Such a great tutor! Keep going please, you do an amazing job at this!