Adding Texture

Heather
Originally uploaded by Joseph Brewster Photography

Some images are meant to be clean and smooth, and some look better with a bit of scratch and dent. This portrait was modified by placing a zoomed shot of a lizard over the layer containing the model and setting the lizard layer to "Multiply" in the layers palette. There were numerous tweaks for lighting and modification, but starting with a little texture may spice up your image and give you some ideas. Create vintage looks, dirty skin, rusted metal, and more with textures.

TIP: Carry your camera! When you see a good shot of rust, dirt, concrete, or, in this case, a lizard's scales SHOOT IT! You never know when that texture will come in handy!