Simon (and the rest), I downloaded a tool from the WACOM web site a few days ago that I think would be very helpful for the sort of work you are mentioning. I have waited for a relevant thread to come out with a review of the program and I think this is a perfect one.
The tool is called "PenPalette" and is from Nik (like the Sharpener Pro people). If you are a registered WACOM user you can download it from their website and it is free. The tool comes with 4 full working tools and a vast array of demo tools from Nik. It lets you apply colour changes to your image based in applying them using layer masks. Firstly you are asked to choose the level of the filter you want to use (for example, how warm you want the warmest colour of the photograph to be), then it creates a duplicate of the layer with the full warm colour applied to it. To allow you to apply your changes, it will create a layer mask that you can retouch with your Wacom, taking advantage of the pressure points of the palette. Once you have made your changes, you can discard them or apply them. Then the image will revert to it's original or will flatten, leaving you with all the effects perfectly applied. The principle is rather simple, but it makes your life a lot easier and the "colorize" filter is one of the full working ones, so it may be useful to give it a try. Also, if you use any other Nik product, you will be able to use them from PenPalette. I hope this helps! Paco. I have a job where I need to slightly change a model's hair colour, from blonde to strawberry blonde and brunette to a copper tint. Does anyone have any experience with this type of thing? Will a regular colourbalance/curves adjustment do the trick? Should I stick to cmyk or work in LAB colourspace? Any suggestions gratefully received. I find I'm often disappointed with colour shifts... Many thanks Simon =============================================================== GO TO http://www.prodig.org for ~ GUIDELINES ~ un/SUBSCRIBING ~ ITEMS for SALE
