The Protector Composite Course

Mastering Selections and Blending Techniques in Photoshop

The Protector Composite Course

Compositing, from Start to Finish

The Protector Composite Course teaches you how to create stunning photo composites from start to finish. You will delve into topics such as masking with paths, advanced selection using channels, integrating multiple images seamlessly, layer blending for impactful compositions, creating realistic shadows and reflections, and applying precise color correction and grading techniques. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, this course provides step-by-step guidance to bring your imagination to life.

$14.99  $65.99

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"Rikard Rodin has a calm, focused demeanor. While taking you on a journey through different stages of Photoshop. The courses are laid out brilliantly. Easy to navigate through and can jump back into for a quick refresher, at any stage of his videos. The quality of the end products gets you fired up to do another project. I would highly recommended him to any of my friends who are thinking of taking his classes."
— Craig Bryson

LESSONS

8

LENGTH

1h 30m

SOFTWARE

PS 2017

Selections and Reflections

Learn how to create stunning photo composites from start to finish

The Protector Composite Course will guide you step-by-step on how to use Photoshop to cut out various images, blend them together realistically and then add the final elements to make the image come together. Whether you're new to Photoshop or an experienced artist, this course is perfect for anyone who wants to take their skills to the next level. Sign up now and bring your imagination to life!

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Creative Learning, Done Right

Learn with a Follow-Along Project Approach for Maximum Creativity

In the Protector Composite Course, we use a follow-along project approach to teach you essential tools and techniques. By learning in the context of real-world projects, you'll maximize your creativity and unleash your full potential as an artist.

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Design Industry Secrets

Become a professional image maker

Rikard's expertise in graphic design spans over two decades, making him a true master in the field. With his keen eye for detail and deep understanding of the creative process, Rikard has developed pro techniques that will take your design skills to the next level. In this course, you won't just learn how to use Photoshop, but also the principles of design. Discover how to use color to tell a story, guide your audience's attention, and create emotional impact with your images. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced designer, this course is perfect for anyone who wants to elevate their design skills to new heights. Enroll today and start learning from the best!

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SEE IF ANY OF THESE ARE TRUE FOR YOU:

  • Photoshop sounds intimidating or scary
  • You want to make images that make people go “whoa!”
  • Your images just don’t have that “pop” that you want
  • You don’t feel fully in control in Photoshop
  • You’re artistic, but don’t always know how to create your idea
  • You don’t want a classroom, you want some fun projects
  • You wouldn't mind becoming a Photoshop master
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Are you ready to take your photo compositing skills to the next level?

The Protector Composite Course teaches you how to create stunning photo composites from start to finish. Learn advanced selections, refining with channels, isolating subjects, realistic shadows and reflections, integrating multiple layers, and color grading techniques, as well as final touches such as adding film grain and using the Camera Raw filter. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, this course provides step-by-step guidance to bring your imagination to life.

$14.99  $65.99

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Lesson 1:
Masking with Paths

Learn to use the pen tool to make accurate curve-based paths which can then be used for masking and selection.

Lesson 2:
Masking Techniques Part I

Using the quick selection tool to create complicated cutouts. 

Lesson 3:
Masking Techniques Part II

Here you learn how to use channel information to create masks for fine details, such has fur and whiskers.

Lesson 4:
Layered Compositing

In this lesson we start our actual compositing and through the use of masks, we layer the cat on top of the woman, intersecting them realistic blending.

Lesson 5:
Background Replacement

Here we're going to replace the grass and tree background with a concrete ground and city backdrop.

Lesson 6:
Adding the Details

In this lesson we add cracks to the foreground and clean up color cast on the original image in preparation for realistic shadows.

Lesson 7:
Realistic Reflections

Here we add reflections to the ground using transforms and smart objects—and then make it look realistic with blend modes and masks.

Lesson 8:
Composite Color Grading

In the final lesson, learn how to color grade composites to create an artistic and integrated piece of art to be proud of.

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