Create with Pixel Stretch

Extend a narrow image strip across a selected band.

Creative applications

• Color streaks pulled from a chosen part of a photograph.

Starting workflow

1. Start with Pixel Stretch on an image whose main shapes are easy to recognize.
2. Move the source strip across the image to choose which colors extend into the band.
3. Compare the treated image with its input using Mix, then settle on the balance that supports color streaks pulled from a chosen part of a photograph.

Key controls

Strip position

Move the source strip across the image to choose which colors extend into the band.

Default: 0.35 · Range: 0 to 1

Mix

Blend the Pixel Stretch result with its input after the main treatment is established.

Default: 100% · Range: 0% to 100%

Practical tips

• Narrow the source brightness range when only bright accents should stretch.