Overview
This video explains the six types of layers in Adobe Fresco, how to use them, and the various controls and features available for managing layers to enhance digital artwork.
Types of Layers in Adobe Fresco
- Pixel layers are for pixel-based (raster) art and are separate from other types.
- Vector layers allow for vector art and must remain distinct from pixel layers.
- Picture layers are created when importing images and can be moved outside the artboard for reference.
- Text layers are generated with the text tool and can be converted to pixel or vector layers for further editing.
- Adjustment layers enable color corrections like hue, saturation, brightness, and contrast.
- Motion layers are created when utilizing motion features.
Core Layer Controls & Features
- The layers panel allows toggling layer visibility.
- Blend modes change how a layer interacts with those below; commonly used modes include Screen.
- Opacity adjustments control layer transparency and can be modified as needed.
- Layers can be grouped for organization and selective transformation.
Clipping Masks and Adjustment Layers
- Clipping masks restrict the visibility of a layer to the content of the layer beneath it, useful for textures or images within shapes.
- Adjustment layers can be clipped to affect only specific layers or groups, not the entire composition.
Layer Actions and Management
- Actions menu includes adding, hiding, deleting, and clearing layers.
- Multiple layers can be selected for batch actions or moved between documents.
- Layer masks allow non-destructive editing by hiding or revealing parts of a layer without altering the original artwork.
- Reference layers enable efficient coloring operations while keeping linework separate.
Special Layer Operations
- Locking a layer prevents any changes until it is unlocked.
- Merging layers combines content, but merging vector with pixel layers converts all to pixel, losing vector properties.
- Locking transparency restricts painting to existing marks on a pixel layer.
- Setting a layer as a reference helps with color fills while maintaining clean linework.
Tips and Warnings
- Be cautious merging vector and pixel layers to avoid losing vector data.
- Adjustment and mask features enhance non-destructive editing possibilities.
- Always remember to disable reference layers after use to prevent unintended fill behavior.
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Overview
0:00 - 0:40
Introduction to layers in Adobe Fresco and the promise of learning new things about them.
Types of Layers in Adobe Fresco
0:40 - 5:00
- Pixel layers (0:40 - 1:10)
- Vector layers (1:10 - 1:50)
- Picture layers (1:50 - 2:40)
- Text layers (2:40 - 3:10)
- Adjustment layers (3:10 - 3:40)
- Motion layers (3:40 - 4:00)
Core Layer Controls & Features
4:00 - 9:30
- Layers panel toggle (4:00 - 4:20)
- Blend modes explained, including Screen mode demo (4:20 - 6:30)
- Opacity adjustments (6:30 - 7:00)
- Grouping layers (7:00 - 7:30)
Clipping Masks and Adjustment Layers
7:30 - 11:30
- Clipping masks explained with examples (7:30 - 9:30)
- Adjustment layers and clipping adjustment layers (9:30 - 11:30)
Layer Actions and Management
11:30 - 16:30
- Layer actions menu overview (11:30 - 12:30)
- Copy/paste selection and multiple layer selection (12:30 - 13:30)
- Creating and using layer masks (13:30 - 15:30)
- Mask layer contents (15:30 - 16:00)
- Reference layers for coloring (16:00 - 16:30)
Special Layer Operations
16:30 - 19:30
- Locking layers (16:30 - 17:00)
- Merging layers and vector vs pixel warning (17:00 - 18:30)
- Lock transparency on pixel layers (18:30 - 19:00)
- Reference layer tips and turning off (19:00 - 19:30)
Tips and Warnings
19:30 - End (20:00)
- Final tips, reminders, and video series promotion.
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