Difficulty Level

Tools/Supplies Needed:

• Adobe Photoshop
• computer
• image

Procedure:

• open the selected photo in Adobe Photoshop
• use the polygonal lasso tool to cut a rough outline of the glass you are wanting to remove the tint from
• copy and paste the selection
• ensure that the newly pasted copy is in the correct location
• turn off the base layer, this will make removing the unwanted areas easier
• delete the unwanted areas, while leaving the glass only remaining
• depending on the darkness of tint on each window, some might need to be put into another layer so you can control each individually
• in order to transfer a section of glass into a new layer, use the polygonal lasso tool to select the rough outline of the area, then cut and paste
• the newly pasted selection may need to be moved into the correct location
• now double click on the layer or right click and go into blending options
• check the box for color overlay and go into that property's options
• click on the color and select white and click ok
• now click the blending mode drop down menu, scroll down and select hard mix
• go to opacity and make an adjustment to under 50%
• anywhere from 20% to 35% is usually the best selection, depending on the darkness of tint
• click ok and that will close the layer style window
• do this for the other window layer if needed and adjust accordingly
• for an extra step you can also adjust the brightness/contrast, as well as vibrance/saturation if desired
• go to image - adjustments - brightness/contrast
• drag each of the tabs until you are satisfied with the outcome
• click ok
• go to image - adjustments - vibrance
• drag each of the tabs until you are satisfied with the outcome
• click ok
• once you are satisfied with the final outcome, save the image