Vertus, the graphics and imaging software division of Heligon, a technology company specializing in image data interpretation, has announced the availability of a new series of tutorials for its recently released Fluid Mask 3 masking software. They are available for download on Vertus’ website at: www.vertustech.com/fm_tutorials.htm
Produced by professional image editors, these tutorials enable both professional and inexperienced users to make quick and accurate cutouts from the most detailed images. The tutorials address the following:
  • First Principles: A great place to start for the novice user
  • Venturing Further: Learn how to fine tune your masks for quick improvements
  • Version 2 vs. Version 3: A starters guide for those unfamiliar with Fluid Mask
  • Using Patches to Localize Edge Finding: Learn to locate those tough’to-find edges with Fluid Mask 3’s unique Patch tool
  • Getting the Right Edge: An introduction to format compression’s distortion of edges, and how to amend with Autofill Blend Mask
  • A Feather vs. A Smart Blend: Learn the appropriate use of Smart Blending in lieu of Feather Blending
  • Hair Blending: The first in a series on learning hair blending, in and out of sunlight
  • Trees and Lattices: Learn to separate both the leaves and tree from its background
  • Workflow: Learn to use the intuitive workflow tools to expedite difficult masks
Whether the user is just learning the intricacies of Fluid Mask 3, or brushing up on the newly released upgrades, these powerful tutorials will help them to achieve professional quality masks quickly and efficiently.

“The positive reception for the latest release of Fluid Mask has been tremendous and we are more confident than ever in the product’s position as the professional’s choice for masking software,” said James Carr-Jones, president & CEO of Vertus. “We have put significant effort and time into producing a series of new tutorials designed to make even the most novice users of Fluid Mask as comfortable with the product as seasoned professionals. We encourage current users and those considering purchasing masking software to review these tutorials and provide us with feedback so we can continue to generate the most necessary educational resources for the industry.”