When editing a ghost mannequin (or invisible mannequin), the most common mistake DIY photographers make is destroying the natural shadows of the garment, specifically around the inner neck joint.
If you just copy and paste the inner collar behind the shirt, it looks flat and fake. It lacks the 3D volume that makes the garment look like it's being worn by an invisible person.
The Solution: Dodge and Burn
To fix this in Photoshop CC:
- Create a new layer above your inner neck joint layer.
- Set the blending mode to Multiply.
- Use a soft brush (opacity 20%) with a dark gray color.
- Carefully paint a shadow where the front of the shirt overlaps the back collar. This simulates depth.
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