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Layers are the substance of Photoshop. All image modification in Photoshop is done with layers. All image pixel information resides on at least one layer.

Images can be constructed on multiple layers with great effect. The ability to stack image elements to achieve a final result is what layers are designed for. Yet, this is only part of the story. Understanding and using layers to their full ability will be the difference between producing good work and producing great work.

This lesson is designed to introduce the Layer palette and Layer features to the new Photoshop user. After viewing this lesson, one should be able to understand the Layer palette and its features. We encourage everyone to experiment with layer blending modes, masks, and effects to see how powerful layers can be.

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