PRODUCTION: Blur Tool

During the production of the outside panels I noticed the track list wasn't quite so visual due to the background. In addition it didn't really tie in well with the front image as this was focuses whereas the back panel was not. Therefore to increase visibility on the track list and to create a visual tie in with the front and back image I chose to blue the background and keep the artist in focus.

Firstly I used to quick selection tool in order to outline the artist, I selected inverse and then clicked the filters tab, went to blur and selected "Gaussian Blur".

Secondly I set the radius to 4.6% in which tied in really well with the front image as well as enhancing the visuality of the track listing.

After I set the radius this is the end result that I got both accompanied with the track listing, brush tool for the flower imagery and clone tool to remove the fence.

After I had created the blur, there was a clear distinction between the artist and the background as the artist appeared to be more in focus. However I noticed their were some rough patches around the edges. Therefore I also used the blur tool, using a brush in order to refine edges to create a high quality image.

 I am really pleased with the quality of the end product and I am pleased with the skills in which I have gained whilst using Photoshop elements to edit my digipack and advert.