A mask is a selection that lets you isolate a subject or specific area of your photo. It’s analogous to using masking tape to cover your baseboards before you paint; once the mask is in place, you can ...

The most difficult objects to mask are those with soft, undefined edges. This is a common issue in photos snapped using a wide aperture (or too close to the object), resulting in an increasingly soft ...

Choose a suitable photo. One taken from a higher viewpoint is better as this is how you would normally view a set-up such as a model railway. Open the photo in Photoshop and select Quick Mask mode ...