PROBLEM: I was given the task of creating a fictional poster for a movie by compositing several images into a single design by utilizing layer masks, layer style effects, adjustment layers, and smart filters.

SOLUTION: I created a poster for an action movie. I combined images of a man, fire, smoke, and a texture, and added text and an inner border to the final creation. I used layer masks to hide certain aspects of the images, and used blend modes, adjustment layers, drop shadows, outer glows, and smart filters to make the images into a cohesive design and to emphasize the model by making him stand out from the background of the poster.

RESULT: I am satisfied with the outcome of my design and have received positive feedback from those that I have shown it to.

RESEARCH SOURCES:

Katkovskis, J. (2010, December 28). Movie Poster Composition Techniques. Retrieved November 27, 2018, from http://www.photoble.com/photography-tips-tricks/movie-poster-composition-techniques/

Snitker, A. (2016, April 05). Design Elements of Good Movie Posters. Retrieved November 27, 2018, from https://ids.uni.edu/lightscameramarketing/2016/04/05/design-elements-good-movie-posters/

Colón, D. (2017, October 09). 10 tips for designing an attractive Movie Poster. Retrieved November 27, 2018, from https://colonfilm.com/10-tips-for-designing-an-attractive-movie-poster/

IMAGE SOURCES:

Model - https://www.pexels.com/photo/photo-of-a-man-wearing-black-leather-jacket-977796/
Fire - https://unsplash.com/photos/LXFVPMrTINE
Smoke - https://unsplash.com/photos/wlIB1M8YTnY
Texture - https://www.rawpixel.com/image/93053/closeup-black-marble-textured-background
Movie Poster
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