Combining Gradient Masks

[BITEM2K]

Is there any easy way of combining two linear gradient masks to blend an image on two sides, i.e bottom and Right. (see picture!)
thanks

please forgive me if im asking a stupid question, its just i cant find any quick way to do this!

 

[BITEM2K]

It would appear that i did ask a stupid question! i just had a break for a while, and then when i came back, i solved the problem using the the multiply mode of the gradient tool.

but still if anyone has any different ways im all ears!

thanks

 

[ljiljana]

Hi, BITEM2K!

Well I was prepearing a screenshot for you, but you solved the problem. Since I did different way, here it is :
I used adjustment Layers>Gradient Fill, first gradient Angle 90 degrees, and second 35 degrees.With the Adjustment Layers you make corrections easy, and also you can scale effect.

 

[Erik]

I use the way you found yourself:

Alt-Click on the mask icon to display it, then add gradients in (multiply, sometimes difference mode) but at the end I usually Gaussian Blur to minimize banding.

Ljiljana: good technique also! never did it like that. but now I'll certainly give it a go!

 

[BITEM2K]

thanks for the tip ljiljana,
and erik for the gaussian blurring.

 

[Rantin Al]

After you apply the first gradient to the mask:

Go to the Gradient Options bar and tick the Transparency button.
Set the foreground to Black.
Set the Blend to Foreground to Transparent. (Second swatch in the Gradient Editor)

Also, try radial blend for the gradient and toggle between black and white (still with transparency) and you can selectively hide & reveal the image.

Hope this helps, Al.

Quick edit, don't know if this answers your question? But it is a handy tip for layer masking anyway. :B

 

[BITEM2K]

no time at the mo to try it out but ill def. give it a go sometime. thanks Rantin Al.