How To Create a Double Exposure in Photoshop
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 มิ.ย. 2024
- Today we show you how to create a quick and easy double exposure in Photoshop. Learn how to make multiple exposures and more on phlearn.com/double-exposure
A double exposure is traditionally done using a film camera by taking two different photos on the same exposure of film. The images will combine in unique ways, giving you the "double exposure" effect.
We were asked to create a double exposure and we decided to take it a step further. In this tutorial you will learn how to combine multiple photos together as well as create a unique piece of art.
Choosing images for your double exposure
It is important to choose the right images for your double exposure. You will want to choose images that have a high contrast between light and dark. In this case we chose flowers that were photographed on a white background and a subject that was photographed on gray(which we cut out using a layer mask in Photoshop)
Because we are completing this effect in Photoshop there are no restrictions when it comes to what images you will combine. With endless possibilities it seems appropriate to choose objects that have some relationship with one another. In this case we choose a young, well-dressed woman to pair with flowers. You can also use "opposites" or images that will tell a story when combined.
Blending Images
The real key to creating a double exposure is to combine your images together using Blending Modes in Photoshop. I would recommend flipping through the different blending modes in Photoshop to see which modes will work best for your image. It is also a good idea to change the layer order of the images. A few good blending modes to experiment with are Screen, Multiply, Lighten, Soft Light, and Overlay.
In this tutorial we use a Lighten blending mode on our subject over top of flowers.
Layer Masking for Added Effect
After we blend our images together using blending modes we jump into using layer masks for added effect. In this case I wanted to have part of the subject's hat defined by flowers. To do so I created a selection of the subject cut out from her background and loaded it onto a duplicate layer of flowers. Then I sized the flowers to fill up the space of the hat.
Next I used another duplicate of the flower layer to fill in an area of her face where there were no flowers. Because we are using a Lighten blending mode on the subject, she will not show up unless there is a dark area underneath (such as the flowers).
Coloring the Image
After the double exposure is complete we add some color to the image to make it a bit more interesting. To add some color to the white background we use a Levels Adjustment Layer. Use the lower sliders that control the Output Levels, bringing the "white point" down on the different color channels. In this image we adjust the Green and Blue Channels to give the image a bit of an orange color to match the flowers.
Then we use a Hue/Saturation Adjustment Layer to add a complimentary color to the outer edges of the image. Using the Colorize button on the adjustment layer allows us to create any color we desire. From here all you have to do is use a layer mask to define where you would like this color to be visible.
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When that tutorial finished I had to give you a round of applause. That was superb.
I think I need to rewatch this video about ten times before I can do this.
Aaron,
I'm a student at AAU, and I must say, after watching so many of your videos available through TH-cam, I feel that I was able to pick up on a lot of things that I haven't had the pleasure of learning through my college experience thus far. Your methods and style of teaching said methods just flow naturally together, and it makes for a really great learning environment. Much respect for doing what you do, man!
- Nick
Holy cow, my head is spinning :) I'll have to watch this video again, and I'm afraid ... again, and again :)
B. Caiado You can do it! :)
hit and trail will give you the perfecr edited picture soon
WOW...great technique and creativity all tought in a fun and thorough way! Awesome tutorial! Keep going Phlearn!
Phlearn make the best Photoshop tutorials, they help me allot :)
After watching many of Phlearn's videos I have noticed my Photoshop skills have greatly increased. THANKS!
This was the most in-depth tutorial on multiple exposures I have ever watched. Keep the amazingly detailed videos going.
I absolutely love you tutorials. You add in so much info,yet leave room for me to "do my own thing". Thank you so much. AWESOME
Best double exposure tutorial I've seen. Thanks
Wow, art in one two three. I get blown away by every video dude, feeling the jealousy creeping up on me. But then again, you've probably done this for several years and spent a lot of time of your life on it. So, good dedication mister!
Watching this show evolve is just Phlearntastic! ;D
Yess I've been watched so many tutorials on this and this one is by far the most helpful
I loved it! White background for me. Awesome!
The episode I've been waiting for, thank you!
I'm SO glad you made this video! I've been digging on double exposures lately and have been trying to learn everything I can about them. At this point, I've pretty much squeezed the life out of your other, older double exposure tutorial. YAY FOR THIS!
Thank you Phlearn, You're Awesome!
I've watched this about 5 times until I get this thing done. Thanks Phlearn!!!
Thank you so much! I am new to Photoshop and will check back for tips often!
If it were easy, everyone would do it! Thanks Aaron.
Without question, this is the best double exposure tutorial that I've seen!
Great content as always! Thanks!
Very easy to follow along, thanks Adam!
My mind exploded a little. Thank you for this kick ass tutorial!
awesome!!! thank you guys, your tutorials quick as!!
This channel is TH-cam gold, these tutorials are pretty darn phabulous!
I love you so much. Amazing double exposure
Brilliant tutorial, thanks Aaron, your the man!
Thank you Phlearn this was a very helpful video
Before this video, I watch like 50 other on TH-cam to understand the double exposure but none of them was helpful because they didn't clearly told what they did. Thanks Aaron, definately you're one of the best on what you do! :) Greetings from Turkey :)
thank you for magnificient turtorial....
Awesome!!!
And it's very easy to follow along!
Thanks :D
Absolutely stunning. Great tutorial as always. Thank you.
I'm enjoying every second of it phlearning! Awesome.
outstanding video , can't wait to try this out! thanks for the video
I almost got all of it. Another great video Phlearn.
Really cool. I'm starting to research my old folders with half-failed-half-good photos to try that.
I recently had a beautiful trip to paris and took so many pictures with my friends and wanted to do something with these pictures and give them as presents to my friends ! AND THIS WAS WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR ! AMAZING ! LOVED IT ! I am sure my friends will have a heartattack when they get their presents ! "with lots of help from you and this vid" :D
Thank you so much for sharing your art with us...
Excelente Tutorial...
I enjoy these videos. Thanks for your hard work.
Great tutorial simply explained.
Great tutorial, thanks.
amazing site! Thank you for doing what you do!!! I'm learning so much!
Great as always!
Great video, always love watching. Keep up the great work.
once again you surprised us with this amazing tutorial
Dude you've become my teacher.. I love all your videos thanks!
been waiting for this tutorial!
so thorough, comprehendible, and professional. as always.
Outstanding result and creativity!
loved this shanks
Another awesome video.
PHLEARN nice work.
this is easy man. thanks a lot phlearn
Love it! 💕
im watching from jamaica and phlearn makes straight forward tutorials i'm a better retoucher because of Mr. Nace
Phenomenal!
I was looking for a decent tutorial just yesterday! Phlearn always comes through at the perfect time. Good work Aaron!
Your channel is really helpful for me throughout my college course in multimedia arts. Thank you so much!
your tutorials are helpfull indeed, am now knw how to use some controls cos of your tutorial. THX A LOT
You are amazing! I always learn from you.
that was completely insane. wow
I Love Your Tutorials
Thank you.
beautiful and simple
that's awesome!
Totally blew my mind... I have to try this out! After watching the video again and again :-)
Thank you so much!
I really like it, learned so much, thank you!
You r amazing!! thank u!
that's amazing !
Love it!
Superb Video! Though it will take time to digest this!
Thanaks Aaron for letting me know that I'm doing really good. It was a little more advanced than your usual but I could definitely follow along... I like some of the new ideas for working with some of the adjustment layers... Normally, to add some vignetting, I just pick a color and paint around the edges with a soft brush but using a hue/sat adjustment never crossed my mind before... Great job!
Dude, you are the man at photoshop, when i can keep up i'm learning heaps, keep em coming Nacer and ill keep watching. thank you.
Love it! Im a sucker for simplicity, and this speaks beauty and simpleness. Keep it up!
always amazing content
Awesome as always!
***** Amul esse canal ♥
That's awesome, I'm going to try incorporating some of this for my wedding and bridal clients : )
Phlearn make the best Photoshop tutorials,, thanks a lot sir! I watch all your tutorials. I keep practicing and practicing, and now I am a graphic artist of the big company here in the Philippines. Kudos to you, sir! More advance tutorial. :)
Nice simple techniques.
OMG. You're amazing. I tried this and it came out soo good! Thanks a lot. You're a fantastic teacher!
OMG, so much info, can't believe I will be able to follow, but thank you for putting so much work into it
This video makes me so inspired to improve my photoshop skills. Thank you! :)
very nice...keep my head spinning...like the complexity :)
Love it.
thanks for your good tutorial
Wow ! Loving the Chanel
Wooooow! Omg!!
smart and useful ideas
@Aaron ... awesome tutorial
The tutorial is great, if you have more time to play with colours and details you can create amazing things with it. What you guys do is amazing, keep up with the good work!
i am just soooo happy that i found your chanel!!! It is just so helpful!!!! Thanks a lot :)
Thanks a lot!!
Fantastic.
Hi I'm mohammad from syria
thank you so mush for this...
you relay help me to improve my Photoshop skills
Wow thats beautiful
OMG whaoooooooooooooo that was such an intense episode! Such a cool double exposure!!! :) Thank you Phlearn for the tutorial it is really really helpful!!
Very cool!
This is gorgeous