3

Simple Picture

Manipulation:

Moving Past the

Basics

In this chapter, we look at tools designed for removing digital noise and scratches from scans, plus dust specks from scanned film and how to restore old photos to new glories. We also learn about using Paint Shop Pro's powerful Clone Brush, its new Warp brushes and how to convert a color picture to black and white.

TECHNIQUES COVERED

All about scripting

Creating black and white pictures

Creating color overlay effects

Controlling digital noise

Creating hand-coloring effects

Making surreal color effects

Removing blemishes from scans

Retouching using the Clone tool

Restoring tones in faded photos

Tinting black and white photos

Using the Warp tools

TOOLS USED IN THIS CHAPTER

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