Layers and Layer Masks in Photoshop - Photoshop basics

[@madcat1007]

Wow. Finally someone actually nails a layer mask tutorial. Thanks Nick.

[@Lindsay_Brunton]

Im pretty proficient with Lightroom and just starting to use Photoshop but have always been intimidated by layers. Thanks to this video Ive made a start. Thanks again Nick.

[@ninacleven7889]

Nicely done, some of the clearest explanations on how layers work. 😊❤️

[@thomastuorto9929]

Agreed. Was going to write that very sentence.

[@borismuller86]

Yeah he has a great way of making complex theories and features just seem like common sense.

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[@jorgekane2842]

@Junior Castiel Instablaster :)

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@Jorge Kane Thanks for your reply. I got to the site thru google and im trying it out now. Seems to take quite some time so I will reply here later with my results.

[@robwasnj]

Some are great photographers, others great teachers, you are without a doubt both. I love how you made this subject so easily understandable to the non technically inclined. I'm amazed how much you can bring a photo to life by making all these selective adjustments, great video Nick.

[@ChrisBird1]

Thanks for making sense of a confusing piece of software ..much appreciated

[@bastow21]

Amazing Photographer, Amazing Artist , Amazing Teacher 👍.......seriously gifted

[@zmerc1969]

Please do give more of these Photoshop tutorials as I am really trying to learn Photoshop but finding it really hard to understand. Your calm way of teaching really simplifies the complexity of Photoshop. This tutorial has really helped me understand layers and masks a lot more

[@michaelmathis4678]

Nick, As a newbie, I have referred to this tute more than any other. Fundamentals are always the foundation to education. Wax on wax off. Thank you.

[@johnmcdermott6683]

Nick this is the best explanation of layers ever. "thank you" and hello from Ireland

[@gloriamesser1420]

Brilliant! This is the first video that clearly teaches how to use tools. I hope you will produce a video on each tool in Photoshop. You cannot learn photoshop without understanding tools. I hope you will produce a video on each tool in Photoshop. This series would create a basis for learning photoshop. You are an excellent teacher. Thank you

[@drunkenclaptrap]

Saw you've not been doing videos for a bit but can I just say this has been the best tutorial for this I have seen. You have a knack for teaching! Please carry on. Your voice and your content is much appreciated.

[@renegadeoffunk01]

Dude yes! Went to bed frustrated trying to learn photoshop basics. Watch this first thing in the morning and its clicking now. Thanks for the best explanation and examples I've find so far!

[@Danny-gx3sz]

The way you explain things and the repetition and just your voice (some people just have a teaching voice) makes me retain the information easier, specially since I had a car accident and struggle with memory a bit makes me wanna learn from you exclusively now! Thank you

[@connorwilliams769]

Just got photoshop. Ive been using Lightroom classic 6.14 for years and love the workflow. But, once I installed photoshop I was dumbfounded on its complexity, after this video, im hooked on these videos. I feel like im taking an editing course in college but 1 on 1. Well done. This dudes a fantastic teacher.

[@harpreetkukreja911]

This is far most the best and easiest explanation of Layers and layer mask, this layer and layer mask is so confusing for the new photoshop user.. Thanks a ton!!

[@NickPage]

Really appreciate the kind words thank you

[@neilmahon7756]

Perhaps the best explanation I’ve seen anywhere on working with PS Layers and Layer masks. Thank you and well done.

[@CR-ou4hl]

Your videos are far and away the most helpful on these topics. I learned more in the first two minutes than who-knows-how-long watching other videos. Lesson is: stick with Nick.

[@MrDennisk4]

Thanks Nick for an excellent plus clear & easy to understand video on layer masks in Photoshop.

[@vincefero]

I dont know if you do it on purpose but you speak slow enough to make everyone understand what you explain. Another point is you explain so cool! Thanks!

[@bluecheese20401]

Easily the clearest explanation I've seen. Excellent

[@RonLiu-fk2oq]

This is the best explanation of PS masking for beginner that I have seen on KZbin. Thank you!

[@amerphoto1]

Thank you, Nick! This is one of the best explanations of how to make and use layers and layer masks!

[@cathaleenley667]

At last a clear presentation of layers and layer masks! Your are a master at teaching!

[@KageManTV]

Thanks for the excellent explanation @Nick Page. This is one of the best tutorials on how to get layer masks.

[@photofill44]

Nice touch using the ice images as you scratch the tip of the PS layer mask iceberg! Great video!

[@chriscallaghan3951]

Excellent mate. I completed a three-year-long photography course back in 2010 - My teacher NEVER explained AAAAANY of this, THIS clearly or well. Thanks for clarifying my understanding :)

[@SimonWillig]

Finally I understand some of the basic principles of layers! Thank you very much sir!

[@1davidpeter]

one of, if not THE clearest explanation of anything I've seen on KZbin. A great bit of communication and presentation, and really useful content, many thanks.

[@tanyarock6890]

I have watched several layer mask videos and none of them really made sense - this was like a lightbulb moment! Amazing, thankyou, thankyou. thankyou

[@grantnewton5705]

Best explanation of makes and layer masks I have seen - well done!

[@TejaPamganamamula]

Great and simple explanations about how layers and layer masks work! If I saw this earlier, I wouldn't have struggled to learn how Photoshop works.

[@TejaPamganamamula]

I just realized that this sounds like a cheesy testimonial 😂, but idk how else to say it.

[@jamesgerboc]

Nick you are a natural instructor. Thank you!

[@stigottesencreations]

I'm astonished ! This is the most clear and understandable tutorial to some photoshop basics I've ever seen! Bravo Nick!!!

[@mikeswain9085]

For me, the best video I've found on layers and layer mask. Brilliant explanation.

[@ChrisSmith-wz4cc]

Awesome instruction there Nick Thanks so much...

[@skeetdog307]

So glad I found your tutorials. Your ability to explain things simply is great and that you touch and explain the minor details is great. Am now a huge fan.

[@rodbest5847]

Excellent video. The best explanation of layers and masks I've seen yet!

[@stevenbridge]

I started with Photoshop 4.0 and it took me 10 years to figure out what you explained in 13 minutes. I wish we had KZbin back then. A well done and concise explanation Nick,

[@tony_r_pierce]

Excellent video. These recent tutorials have been great! Clear directions and simple narrative.

[@antonydavid2953]

Excellent lesson, thanks Nick. For me, a non-American, it’s great that you speak fairly slowly and clearly. Any chance you can do a quick show how you set up your PS desk space? Mine gets really cluttered. First thing I learned, move the tool bar over to the right!

[@adamcurrie1157]

Best tutorial I've seen on this. Great job Nick

[@gregs2466]

Nick, that was the best description I have ever had with Photoshop! You were causing bells to go off in my head so thank you very much.

[@ChristianRytterLarse]

Thank you Nick. By far the best presentation on layers and masks.

[@1young-geezer]

Timeless tutorial. Very well done Nick, thanks.

[@dkrinaction580]

Thanks from Ireland. I love the pace and repitition.

[@a_tall_carrot]

Great tutorial... This is the first time this topic has been successfully explained to me!

[@GSPhotographics]

That is by far the best explanation of How to use layers in Photoshop that i have ever watched.. Like many i have found Photoshop very confusing and in 14 minutes you have been able to make it all make sense .. Brilliant thank you so much.

[@TehZulFur]

Loving the back to back uploads and tutorials!

[@norlmerk]

Now I’m going do one while I watch and push pause....best explanation I have heard yet! Love your patience and your passion!

[@billchan7653]

Hi Nick , thanks for your clear introduction. It helps me a lot being a beginner in Photoshop. Much appreciated.

[@ExpendableGeek]

I've really been struggling to get my head around layers and I think your description has helped it click in my brain, thank you!

[@johnhearn5644]

Very clear and understandable. Best layers video I've seen. Thanks.

[@richardbamfield3922]

Thanks Nick, I've watched countless videos on layer masks and this is the best one (so far).

[@scottflaherty8427]

Nick, I can't begin to thank you enough for taking the time to make these tutorials! I have undoubtably learned more from your last couple post processing videos than I have from anyone else on youtube.

[@donbennett1448]

Great tutor, I like the way you expalin things without going off track. This means that you can pause the video, make notes, rewind it etc. I had my PS open and used one of my images and edited at the same time. I finally have a grasp on layers! Thank you.

[@richardtaylor5322]

Thanks for these videos I'm a Lightroom user because it's easy to use but would like to use layers in Photoshop too and these are some of the best tutorials I've come across which makes it easier to understand......

[@michelejones3049]

Thanks so much. That was brilliantly explained. Best tutorial I've found on layer masks.

[@timscanlanphotography]

Hi Nick. Just wanted to say thanks for sharing these great PS tutorials.

[@alankeizur8446]

Thanks for the clear explanation, Nick. Most videos gloss right over the basics of layers in Photoshop but this was very helpful! Now I'm off to give it a try!

[@melissam731]

This is a super great explanation of layers. You simplified and explained what each layer and how to use them. This is super helpful! Thanks so much!!!

[@dreaminbandw]

Thank you. It's hard to find the layer mask concept explained so well. Thank you!

[@marianaventer718]

Where did you hide for a year? I wish I found you long ago, what a clear explanation, at last I understand thank you so much!!

[@kylelinkous722]

Finally feel comfortable delving into Photoshop for a little editing with a clearer understanding of how to access layers/masks.Thanks, man.

[@patrickyott]

Brilliant explanation. Can't wait to get home to try to replicate what you just did. Can't wait for the next tutorial.

[@SolveEtCoagula93]

Excellent. As others have said, nice and simple. For the first time I feel as though I have an actual understanding of what is going on. Thanks Nick

[@BasBerkhuijsen]

Bedankt

[@stevenscarborough9376]

Well done! FYI, I have watched your video several times and have taken notes. Out of quite a few Photoshop layer/mask videos on KZbin, yours has helped me the most in my Photoshop pilgrimmage to try to master layers and layer masks. I thank you for that.

[@NickPage]

I appreciate that... I feel like most photoshop teachers strive to make themselves sound smart, rather than actually be helpful sadly.

[@nicklawrence9872]

Exceptional explanation!!! This video helped me understand layers and masks way better than any other video I have watched. Thank you!

[@huexley]

It is by far one of the best explanatory videos I have seen on the subject. It's a pity that Lightroom doesn't integrate these tools. A huge thank you from Switzerland

[@ItsWillLee]

If you were my teacher in school..I would've got straight A's across the board! You made this really easy to understand, Great job! Thank you Nick! Looking forward to more of your lessons!

[@ItsWillLee]

Quick question, since I see you using a graphic tablet and I'm waiting on a XP-PEN Artist Pro 15.6 to arrive..What would be your choice, a 15.6/16" graphic tablet or a 27" IPS 10bit factory calibrated 100% sRGB / Adobe monitor? Maybe you have a recommendation for a monitor?...I was thinking/looking at the ViewSonic VP2780 4K, ViewSonic VP2771 2K or BenQ PD2700U 4K...or if I wait long enough (until Black Friday) I might find a ViewSonic VP2768-4K in my budget...I can return the graphic tablet, so it's kind of a "buy/try it and see if I like it" thing for me.. Sorry, It was supposed to be a quick question, insight from anybody is welcomed :) Thanks Nick!

[@NickPage]

I personally have the Benq 27" "photographers" monitor. full adobeRGB Its a great monitor, and I love it, but my tablet makes a bigger impact on what I do. As long as you take the time to calibrate your monitor so you can trust your colors and contrast. My tablet is the Wacom intuos medium pro.. and I love it. I havn't used a mouse in a couple years now, I dont even own one.

[@ItsWillLee]

@@NickPage Thanks so much for your time! Truly appreciated. I'm looking forward to trying the tablet, I see them becoming really popular lately. My sister just bought the X-Rite 1Pro colour calibrator last month, works great on her new BenQ, but not so much on my cheap 6 year old LG, lol. That's funny about not owning a mouse, I hate them for ergonomics and have been using a pen mouse for over a year now. I'm pretty sure I'm going to fall in love with editing on the tablet, I'll probably still buy a new monitor on Black Friday...my wallet never gets heavy, lol ;-p

[@tristanyoung453]

This is the best & simplest explanation of layers I've seen. My mind, like your mind, likes to 'paint in' the things I want, not the other way round. Thank you.

[@ashovid8915]

I love your explanation as i m a newbie. Definitely you are a very good teacher.

[@bridgestreetmotorsal]

Thank you Nick, i have come across your video firstly i love the way you show your edit at a speed i can learn from . I am looking forward to seeing more of your videos

[@kimkrikaujensen3084]

Super impressed at how easy you just made photoshop look like. Please let your teaching videos be as understandable as this one 🙏 🙂

[@MrDaveB123]

Thanks Nick. I will be buying your lessons. You make this easy to absorb Keep up the great work. It been a pleasure getting to know you.

[@graemechow88]

Yes Nick, very good understanding of basic adjustment which I need instead of going through Luminosity mask filter which I feel more control . Thanks.

[@griffithjoe1]

great job! much appreciated! i'm just getting into layer masks and most of the tutorials I have found seem to be "too much" or "not enough", often not specifying... clearly.... things like, "this is the icon you have to click on to generate a layer mask". with photoshop, I often get the feeling like I have to know how to do everything before I am able to do anything. this video removes that hurdle by answering the all important, "here's what you need to know to get started... and actually be able to do something" question. nicely balanced! thanks!

[@jimwlouavl]

Excellent video. The detailed examples helped me understand how to use masks.

[@samarth9341]

Thank you Nick for making it simple to understand it's been almost 3 three years I have been ignoring Photoshop 🥲

[@tonesvisuals8690]

Mate love your work and your tutorials are one of the best that are out there, keep up your great work.

[@turnerrandolph4256]

I've learned more from you than all the other KZbin channels combined. I'll be purchasing your tutorials tomorrow.

[@RichPang78]

Great video, Nick. Easy to understand with good examples. Good work 👊🏻

[@klausschleicher523]

Very good explanation on the layers stuff. Thanks a lot!

[@stevebrown164]

Great video. You packed so much into 14 mins with some great examples. Thanks

[@avibongo]

Others have already said it- really useful information and clearly explained. Thank you!

[@Miss_Renae_Author]

I've been watching so many videos and yours by far is the best

[@chetansp912]

Wow!! This explanation is as simple as it could ever get. Layers in Ps are a lot easy to get started now. Thank you Nick :)

[@Moriningland]

You’re a scholar and a gentleman Mr. Page

[@lindahenderson2113]

Nick, thank you very much. Very good presentation on Layers and Layer Masks. I’m on to the next tutorial!

[@petermayhew10]

Great straight forward explanation with excelent examples

[@thomasstanley5227]

This is an impressive video. Thanks for publishing it. I have an image I am working on that the tips in this video should help me improve. Well done, Nick.

[@michaelmckeag960]

I think this is the first time I have watched one of your processing tutorials. Excellently done! You have a talent for teaching. Looking forward to learning from others you have done.

[@paullachapelle7477]

Great video on layers & masks. Thank's Nick

[@SandeepPillai]

Thanks Nick, very nice tutorial. you made the layer concept so easy to understand. Good work :)

[@mountain_goat1]

You’re a superstar. Thanks for all the fantastic videos. Very grateful 🙏🏼

[@jenslundinbyh8845]

Great simple straightforward tutorial. Thanks Nick.

[@VNSavedStuff2011]

Excellent instruction. Thank you for posting. I am a beginner and this was very helpful.

[@Avineshutube]

Superb explanation with a lot of simplicity.. You are an excellent teacher .... My best wishes to you for all your future endeavors ..

[@amishparekh359]

Nick, yesterday I attempted my 1st ever post processing in photoshop trying to use layers, taking cues from your video clip and trust me I was over the moon that finally I could use them successfully & process my image. Though they were not the best image I ever tried to process, but frankly using these tools which I tried to learn since last few years & could not was made so simple in your video that I finally attempted a go. Thank you:)

[@itsmicky2728]

This was so helpful to me, clear calm instructions! Thankyou very much