Remove Unwanted Objects in Affinity Photo 2

Name: Remove Unwanted Objects in Affinity Photo 2
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How to Remove Unwanted Objects or People from Photos

Created byMark Krukowski

Last updated 12/2023

English

What you'll learn

The Inpainting Brush
Content-Aware Fill
Clone Tool
Healing Brush

Course content

3 sections • 19 lectures • 1h 46m total length

Introduction0:23
Learn to remove unwanted objects and people from images using tools in Affinity Photo 2, with a practice file to try each technique.
Interface2:50
Explore the Affinity Photo 2 interface, access tools, adjust panels and studios, and use shortcuts to zoom and pan, preparing for erasing objects in the next video.
Layers9:56
Master the layers panel, manage visibility and order, rename and rasterize image layers, and apply masking and blending modes for editing. Load images and zoom to position them.
Eraser Tool4:33
Explore the eraser tool in Affinity Photo 2, including the erase brush and background eraser brush, for removing objects and erasing backdrops with live preview.
Clone Tool3:35
Master the clone brush tool in Affinity Photo 2 by selecting a source with the crosshair (Option on Mac, Alt on Windows), then clone and blend a fake sky.
Healing Brush tool5:34
Explore healing brush tool in Affinity Photo 2, compare it with clone and patch tools, and learn subtle removal of unwanted elements through blending textures.
Selection5:40
Learn to create and refine selections in Affinity Photo 2 using rectangular, lasso, magnetic, and smart tools, then use content aware fill to remove objects.
Official Help1:17

Blemish Removal Tool6:14
Learn to remove unwanted objects in Affinity Photo 2 using the blemish removal tool, healing brush, patch tool, and inpainting brush, with tips on layer preparation and content-aware results.
Inpainting Brush Tool5:07
Learn to use the inpainting brush tool in Affinity Photo 2 to remove objects by sampling nearby textures, adjusting brush size, hardness, and flow, and applying selection-based inpainting.
Remove Backdrop5:41
Remove the backdrop in Affinity Photo 2 by selecting the backdrop or object with the selection brush, inverse the selection, refine edges, and export as a new layer or mask.
Extend Background8:45
Extend the backdrop in Affinity Photo 2 using crop-based expansion, old-school pixel stretching, and content-aware inpainting with patch tools, lasso and column selections, plus fine edge blur.
Censorship6:15
Explore censorship techniques in Affinity Photo 2 to cover or blur people and objects using shapes, gaussian blur, and pixelation, then blend methods with masks and duplicates.
Project Part 15:25
Practice removing multiple dogs from an image in affinity photo 2 by using selection and inpainting, the path tool, and manual texture painting while addressing shadows and reflections.
Project Part 28:06
Continue the practice project by removing objects with inpainting, patch, healing, and blur tools to blend textures, then export a jpeg around 3000 px at 85–90 quality.

All Tools Recap18:47
Explore a comprehensive recap of Affinity Photo 2’s left toolbar, from view and move tools to selection, color, brush, healing, vector, text, and live filters, with practical shortcuts.
Common Mistakes5:40
Avoid common beginner mistakes such as editing the wrong active layer, working outside selections, and accidentally rotating the canvas; use the history panel to undo, deselect, and reset rotation.
Keyboard Shortcuts2:03
Summary0:37
Learn to remove unwanted objects in images using Affinity Photo 2, from simple healing tools to an inpainting brush and inpainting fill.

Requirements

Affinity Photo V2 Software

Description

Transform your photos by seamlessly eliminating distracting elements with this comprehensive online masterclass!

This in-depth program will unveil the secrets to effective object removal in Affinity Photo 2, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to elevate your photo editing game to new heights.

Unveiling Powerful Tools and Techniques:

Mastering the Inpainting Brush: Discover its magic in blending textures and eliminating objects, learning to adjust brush size and opacity for precise control.
Conquering the Clone Tool: Tackle objects with repetitive patterns like clothing or power lines, mastering offset and alignment settings for seamless integration.
Unlocking the Power of the Patch Tool: Learn to remove objects from challenging backgrounds with precision, manipulating patches for natural-looking edits.
Adapting to Diverse Scenarios: Learn to tailor your approach based on the unique challenges of each image, conquering backgrounds and objects of varying complexity.
Preserving Background Integrity: Learn to analyze backgrounds, identify potential issues, and master techniques to preserve details and textures, creating believable results.

Designed for All Levels:

Aspiring and Seasoned Photographers: Elevate your editing skills, create impactful images, and stand out from the competition.
Creative Professionals: Enhance your design projects, marketing materials, and social media content with clean and impactful visuals.
Photo Editing Enthusiasts: Unlock a new dimension of creativity, improve your storytelling, and express your artistic vision with mastery.

Empower Your Learning Journey:

2 Hours of in-depth Video Instruction: Learn at your own pace, replay lessons, and delve deeper into each topic.
Downloadable Practice Files: Experiment with real-world examples, and test techniques, and build confidence with step-by-step practice.
Certificate of Completion: Showcase your achievement, enhance your portfolio, and demonstrate your commitment to learning.

Become a Master of Object Removal:

Confidently remove unwanted objects from any photo.
Create professional-quality edits that impress and inspire.
Expand your creative repertoire and unlock endless possibilities in Affinity Photo 2.

Enroll today and embark on your journey to mastering object removal!

Who this course is for:

Photographers who want to enhance their images by removing distracting elements.
Graphic designers who need to manipulate images for creative projects.
Content creators who want to improve the visual quality of their online materials.
Hobbyists who enjoy learning new photo editing skills and exploring their creative potential.

Remove Unwanted Objects in Affinity Photo 2

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Course content

Introduction8 lectures • 34min

Practice7 lectures • 46min

Summary4 lectures • 27min

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