INTRODUCTION TO MASKS
Create a mask and a subsequent composite graphic using the Mask from Scratch + the Putting the Mask in Play tutorials covered in this weeks lessons.


Mask Requirement:
1.
Select a an image of your choice to practise making a mask using the above technique. You will find that the above technique does not apply to all types of photographs, so try various photos if need be. Pick a figure, or an object to mask that doesn't have too much background detail and is a bold shape.

IMPORTANT:
It is more important for you to experiment with the concepts than perfect a mask at this stage. Masking skills take time to develop, and we will continue to work on them over the next few weeks. Do not panic, just practice and keep moving forward in your lessons!

2.
Create an alpha channel (mask) of your subject (figure, object...)

3.
Send me the psd file, so I can see the mask you created in your channels.

Composite requirement :
1.
Composite the above mask/selection on a background graphic. Finish the graphic utilizing techniques and tools covered in the past four lessons.

2.
Send me a jpeg file of the final composite graphic: meaning the masked graphic composited on a background,

SEND TWO GRAPHIC FILES:
You will email me one psd file demonstrating your mask, and one jpeg file demonstrating the final composited figure graphic.

In the subject field of the e-mail put your last name and first initial with the number of the assignment.

Example: McIntosh J-Homework 5
Please use this format for each assignment that you email me throughout the semester.