Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the inability to access texture filters in Photoshop CS2, particularly in the context of a tutorial. Participants explore potential reasons for this issue, including color mode settings, and also touch on broader themes related to photography and editing practices.
Discussion Character
- Technical explanation
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- One participant reports difficulty selecting "textures" in the filter menu while following a tutorial.
- Another participant suggests that switching the file from CMYK to RGB color mode resolves the issue with texture filters.
- Some participants note that certain options in Photoshop are not available in CMYK mode.
- A later reply humorously lists specific features absent in CMYK mode, indicating a light-hearted take on the limitations of the software.
- One participant expresses concern about the reliance on Photoshop for image presentation, questioning the authenticity of digitally altered images compared to professional photography.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree that certain features are unavailable in CMYK mode, but there is no consensus on the broader implications of Photoshop usage in photography.
Contextual Notes
The discussion highlights limitations related to color modes in Photoshop and the potential impact on available features, but does not resolve the broader debate on editing practices in photography.