Technique 18: Transforming Images, Layers, and Selections
Save Time By
Flipping layers horizontally and vertically
Rotating and skewing
Using the Free Transform command
Transformation is one of those fun, tangible Photoshop toys. You can flip, rotate, skew, and add perspective to anything in Photoshop. Transformation always makes me feel like a magician. I wiggle my fingers, there’s nothing up my sleeves, and click! The model is suddenly standing on her head. Click: Her head is facing the other direction. Click: She’s as big as Mount Rushmore. Fun.This technique shows you how to use the transformation commands to flip, spin, and gain a little perspective. First, you take a look at transforming entire images. Then, you move on to transforming layers and selections. If you’ve worked with transformations before, some of this material may be old hat. But keep your eye out for a myriad of interesting tricks and tips — it could be a transforming experience.