Accuracy
Using nondestructive techniques can improve your accuracy. For example, whether you’re using adjustment layers or Camera Raw Smart Objects, you can take advantage of their editability by deliberately overdoing an effect. This makes it easier to create a mask; you can then pull back the effect when you’re finished masking. This method is great for compositing, selectively adjusting an image, and much more.
In this simple example, I want to make a subtle adjustment to the red of the covered bridge (Figure 2.0).
Figure 2.0 The red of the covered bridge in this photo needs to be adjusted.
To do this, I will use a Hue/Saturation adjustment ...
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