Opacity vs Fill - Photoshop for Beginners | Lesson 3

Opacity vs. Fill, what is the difference? And how can you make the most of it? In this lesson, explore the special situations where Fill acts differently from Opacity in Photoshop. Learn various applications of this difference, whether it is color grading or special effects. We will also learn the concept of Blend If and Fill Layers. I hope this video helps you. Thank you so much for watching :)

► TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 What is Happening?
00:32 Opacity vs. Fill: Similarities
01:45 The Differences: Introduction
02:18 Condition 1: Special Blend Modes
04:15 Color Grading & Blend If
07:07 Concept of Blend If in Detail
08:13 Create a Fake Sun
13:13 Adding Glare and Concept of Gradient Fill
17:41 Other Applications
18:20 Condition 2: Layer Style
22:47 Quick Recap

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