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bill
Dec 30, 2004
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I have an old B&W photo in which the right side not fully exposed and gradually gets lighter. I’m thinking that if I could gradually darken that area (gradient?), it could be fixed. I’m a novice when it comes to layers, paths, etc. so any assistance would be appreciated.

Bill
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Wizard of Draws
Dec 30, 2004
On 12/29/04 8:27 PM, in article , "bill"
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I have an old B&W photo in which the right side not fully exposed and gradually gets lighter. I’m thinking that if I could gradually darken that area (gradient?), it could be fixed. I’m a novice when it comes to layers, paths, etc. so any assistance would be appreciated.
Bill
Your gradient idea is probably the best way. You can make a selection by using the gradient tool in Quick Mask mode, then switching back to the normal painting mode and using the adjustment tools to play with the area.

A layer above set to darken blend mode, with color in the areas to adjust is another way.

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bill
Dec 30, 2004
Wizard of Draws wrote:

On 12/29/04 8:27 PM, in article , "bill"
wrote:

I have an old B&W photo in which the right side not fully exposed and gradually gets lighter. I’m thinking that if I could gradually darken that area (gradient?), it could be fixed. I’m a novice when it comes to layers, paths, etc. so any assistance would be appreciated.
Bill
Your gradient idea is probably the best way. You can make a selection by using the gradient tool in Quick Mask mode, then switching back to the normal painting mode and using the adjustment tools to play with the area.
A layer above set to darken blend mode, with color in the areas to adjust is another way.

Thanks Jeff… I was making it too difficult. Your solution worked as I had hoped.

Bill…

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