Photoshop Restoration: Replacing a Background

Learn how to use Photoshop to replace the background in a vintage photo.

Introduction

• Welcome
• What you should know
• How to use the exercise files

1. Evaluate and Plan

• Evaluate the photo and new background
• Select a new background: Problems and solutions

2. Create a Replacement Background

• Prepare the original image
• Create the background

3. Insert the New Background

• Mask the old background
• Match grain and shadows
• Final touches: Focus and light

Conclusion

• Next steps