Precise Selection with Focus Area
There are many ways to extract an image using Photoshop. The key is to know which tool to use and when. For this example, we will use the Focus Area select tool.
Vanelli is a diverse and accomplished professional with global influence in photography, education, writing, martial arts, and poetry. Holding the prestigious Triple Crown in martial arts, he applies this disciplined approach to his sports and portrait photography. As the Director of Education for Skylum Software, creators of Luminar Neo, Vanelli enhances educational resources for photographers worldwide and is a sought-after speaker at major photography conferences. He has developed educational programs like Click for Kids, authored the Luminar Neo user manual, and mentored numerous educators. His presence in multiple fields, including poetry, is rare, making his achievements particularly notable in each discipline he embraces.
There are many ways to extract an image using Photoshop. The key is to know which tool to use and when. For this example, we will use the Focus Area select tool.
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