Yes, I think your solution is the "orthodox" one (at least I´m using it
myself), only I wouldn´t "delete regions" in that layer. Use a layer
mask instead, and paint with black or white, brush opacity around 25 -
30 %. You´ll get much softer transitions, and you can adjust the
effect locally in a way you cannot do with the opacity for the entire
layer. Also, if you make a mistake, it is easy to correct with the
opposite colour, even if it is buried deep in the history list...
A "quick-and-dirty" way of reducing a filter effect is the "fade"
option (under "Edit" if I remember right), where you can reduce the
effect or change blending mode, even without using a separate layer.
However, this option is available only right after applying the filter.
Per Öfverbeck
http://foto.ofverbeck.se
2005-06-24 kl. 09.42 skrev kpp@xxxxxxxxxx:
Hi all again!
I wonder if there is a way to have an Adjustment Layer or Mask for
filters in PS.
Right now what I do is duplicate the layer delete the regions that I
do not want to apply the filter, and work with what is left...that way
I can easily overdo it concerning the parameters and tone down the
effect decreasing the opacity...but it hardly "proper"..
thanks, kostas
