Surreal Portrait Compositing in Photoshop: Light, Color, and Blending

Creating surreal art requires more than just placing elements together; it demands a deep understanding of how light, shadow, and color interact. This written guide teaches you how to seamlessly merge multiple images in Photoshop to create cohesive, dreamlike portrait compositions. You will transition from basic photo editing to advanced compositing, learning how to analyze source images, establish consistent lighting, and blend elements naturally. What you'll learn: - Understand the core principles of perspective, scale, and depth of field in digital compositing - Master non-destructive editing workflows using Smart Objects and adjustment layers - Apply advanced selection and masking techniques to isolate complex subjects cleanly - Match lighting directions, highlights, and shadows across different source images - Harmonize colors and tones using modern color-matching tools to create a unified atmosphere - Create surreal special effects and environmental details through written step-by-step exercises The course begins with foundational concepts of digital compositing and asset preparation, before guiding you through structured, text-based projects that build your skills from basic masking to final color grading. Designed for beginners, this course requires no prior compositing experience, making it perfect for anyone looking to expand their creative toolkit. Start reading today to unlock your creative potential and build stunning surreal artwork.