Tipton Harrier Posted March 10, 2012 Share Posted March 10, 2012 I need some help. I am a complete novice as to the process I should follow to touch up/correct images. The attached file is a typical example of what I am faced with doing. The original comes from a scrapbook of newspaper cuttings from the 1940's. I would like to "correct" these to remove the effects where the glue has degrade the document and where there are blemishes etc. Unfortunately I do not have a grasp of the language used or the techniques available and so have come to the forum for guidance. What I need to learn/understand is just what to do "step by step" within PaintNet i.e what tools and in what order and what adjustments to make to settings within each tool. If there is something available as an 'idiots' guide then please point me in the right direction. Thank you in anticipation. PS I am profficient with simple selection, cropping etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AhmedElyamani Posted March 10, 2012 Share Posted March 10, 2012 recolor tool and Brush tool may be your best friends . also Smudge plugin may be useful . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red ochre Posted March 10, 2012 Share Posted March 10, 2012 Hello Tipton harrier The method I used was basically: 1. duplicate layer 2. run my 'tweak edges' plugin on top layer to get black outlines on transparent layer 3. tidy this up with the eraser 4. run surface blur on lower layer 5. use color picker to set colour to the background color 6. use paintbrush to cover the damaged areas 7. run surface blur again till background is smooth 8. merge layers down 9. use contrast/brightness adjustment to suit. Hope this helps - good luck! Quote Red ochre Plugin pack.............. Diabolical Drawings ................Real Paintings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipton Harrier Posted March 10, 2012 Author Share Posted March 10, 2012 Guys Thanks for the contributions. What is the method of using the recolour tool. I understand colour selection using picker but I cannot fathom out what to do next after selecting an area to change the wrong colour bits within. Basic I expect but just a newbie. Sorry Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdnnoob Posted March 11, 2012 Share Posted March 11, 2012 1. Pencil sketch (I don't recall if it is a plugin or built in effect...) at 20 tip size and 9 range 2. Brightness/contrast -40 brightness and 50 contrast 3. Use the brush tool set to white to clean up. 4. Adjust the Brightness/Contrast again to your liking. Quote No, Paint.NET is not spyware...but, installing it is an IQ test. ~BoltBait Blend modes are like the filling in your sandwich. It's the filling that can change your experience of the sandwich. ~Ego Eram Reputo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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