4-Hour Photoshop Compositing Session — Start to Finish
In this video, I take you through my entire Photoshop compositing process to create a cinematic security room scene from scratch. I break down how to transform disparate stock images into a cohesive environment using advanced lighting and blending techniques.
Watch as I start with a basic room and build it out with security monitors, realistic cables, and atmospheric effects. I’ll show you how I handle low-resolution assets using upscaling, how to relight a scene using the "Blend If" tool, and my workflow for integrating a subject with custom rim lights and shadows.
This edit spans two sessions, covering everything from the initial environment build to the final color grading and details.
Key Techniques Covered:
Asset Prep: Upscaling low-res stock images and fixing backgrounds with Generative Fill.
Lighting: Using "Blend If" to darken scenes and create realistic shadows.
Masking: Why I prefer the Pen Tool for precise screen selections over the Magic Wand.
Compositing: integrating the main subject, creating contact shadows, and skin retouching.
Atmosphere: Adding dust, fog, sparks, and screen replacements for that cinematic look.
00:00 - Intro & Concept (Security Room)
03:29 - Upscaling Stock Images
15:59 - Fixing the Background with Generative Fill
37:03 - Darkening the Room (Blend If Technique)
51:55 - Masking Screens with the Pen Tool
1:01:26 - Adding Highlights to the TVs
1:12:33 - Adding the Chair
1:23:47 - Adding Cables & Wires
1:40:46 - Day 2: Adding the Main Subject
1:49:06 - Creating Contact Shadows
1:59:39 - Skin Retouching & Smoothing
2:10:42 - Creating Custom Rim Lights
2:21:29 - Adding Atmospheric Dust & Fog
2:37:47 - Compositing Footage onto Screens
3:22:24 - Adding Sparks & Fire Effects
3:53:31 - Final Grading & Sharpening
4:10:08 - Final Review & Outro
Tools Used: Adobe Photoshop, Camera Raw Filter, Generative Fill.
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