How to Use Digital Backdrops

With the advent of computer imaging technology, many novel techniques are now available for creating, altering or enhancing digital images. Digital backdrops can be used in digital photos, 3D computer-generated pictures, and hand-drawn digital paintings. Placing digital backdrops below foreground elements is achieved by the use of separate layers in image editing programs. Instructions 1 Purchase or download a raster-based software program...

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How to Change an Out of Focus Photograph to One That is in Focus

For new photographers, one of the most challenging skills to master is taking photos while people are in motion. Taking photos on a bus or in a car can also lead to jiggling that results in a photo that is out of focus. Whatever the reason the photo is out of focus, photographers may turn to photo editing software to change the look of the photo and make it appear sharper. While you can't go back in time and change the focus of a photo, you can change...

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Fisheye Lens Definition

A fisheye lens with its extreme wide angle can capture a 180-degree horizon, resulting in a photo with a unique view. There are two types of fisheye lenses--circular and full-frame. Circular Fisheye Circular-fisheye photo A photo shot with a circular fisheye lens results in a complete picture circle surrounded by black on all sides. Editing software can be used to crop the image into a more traditional format. Full-frame Fisheye ...

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How to Change a Photo with a Painting Filter

You can make any photo look like a painting using one of the many filters available in graphic programs, plug ins and websites. Photobucket is one website that makes the process quick and easy. Filter Forge is a plug in to Photoshop that allows you to create a watercolor effect and offers a free trial download. The Adobe Photoshop program itself offers filters that allow you to give a photo the look of a painting as well. Instructions 1 "Paint...

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