Combine images with Photomerge Compose

Make a convincing composite photo using Elements' clever Photomerge Compose feature

Element's Photomerge Compose command provides a guided walkthrough that explains each stage of the photo-merging process. To begin with, we use Quick Selection to isolate the object we want to extract from its original background. Once the selection is done, the command places the object on another layer, allowing you to position it exactly where you'd like. It also offers a feature to Auto Match the tones, but don't bother using it. Apart from the fact that it doesn't do a very good job of matching tones, it also pixellates your cut-out image and severely lowers the quality. Luckily, colour matching is easily done once Photomerge Compose is complete, and other tools such as Levels offer greater control anyhow. Once the images are combined, it can help to add an…

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