How To Use Layer Masks and Vector Masks to Remove Complex Backgrounds in Photoshop
- by Eric Z Goodnight
Ever removed a background in Photoshop, only to find want to use parts of that background later? Layer Masks and Vector Masks are the elegant and often misunderstood answer to this common problem. Keep reading to see how they work.
In this article, we’ll learn exactly what a Layer Mask is, and two methods to use them in practically any version of Photoshop, including a simpler example for less experienced Photoshop users, and another for more seasoned users who are comfortable with the Pen tool and vectors		
			
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