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Extend Matte Painting

Expand the matte painting outward so the camera can reveal more environment: generatively extend the canvas to the lef…

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AExecute — “help me do it”Expand the matte painting outward so the camera can reveal more environment: generatively…+
Expand the matte painting outward so the camera can reveal more environment: generatively extend the canvas to the left by [px=3000] px, fill new area to match sky and terrain, blend seams, and deliver a layered PSD and large-format TIFF for previs by [deadline=Friday].
when the reply comes backPush once: ask it to sharpen the weakest part, and to say what it assumed.
BImprove — “do it better”Before giving it to the environment supervisor, make the expansion coherent with plate…+
Before giving it to the environment supervisor, make the expansion coherent with plate language: extend sky and terrain with matched lighting and horizon continuity, add believable repeating elements and depth cues, create separate shader and texture layers for parallax, and export a layered PSD plus a low-res proof showing seams and suggested lens moves.
when the reply comes backPush once: ask it to sharpen the weakest part, and to say what it assumed.

How to do it

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The tool
Generative Fill

Generative Fill uses AI to add, expand, or remove content from your images based on text prompts.

  1. 1

    Open your image by selecting File > Open.

  2. 2

    Select the area you want to transform using a selection tool.

    Best practiceFor expanding the canvas, use the Crop Tool to extend the image boundaries first.

  3. 3

    Click the Generative Fill button in the Contextual Task Bar.

    NoteYou can also access it from Edit > Generative Fill, or Select > All then Edit > Generative Fill.

  4. 4

    Type a prompt describing the object or scene you want to generate in the text-entry field.

    NoteYou can leave the prompt field empty to have Photoshop generate content based on the surrounding image.

  5. 5

    Click Generate.

  6. 6

    Review the generated variations in the Properties panel.

  7. 7

    Select your preferred variation from the options.

  8. 8

    Save your image by selecting File > Save As or File > Save a Copy.

Generative Fill creates new content on a separate generative layer, allowing non-destructive edits.

Generative Fill functionality is integrated within Photoshop and is not directly exposed as a standalone API for external automation.

Glossary

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Contextual Task BarA floating bar that provides relevant tools and actions based on the current selection or task.ExampleWhen you select an object, the Contextual Task Bar appears with options to duplicate or delete it.
Generative FillAn AI-powered feature that creates new image content based on text prompts or existing selections.ExampleUsing Generative Fill, you type 'add a sandy beach' to extend the ocean scene in your image.
Save a CopyTo save the current document as a new file, leaving the original document open and unchanged.ExampleYou can 'Save a Copy' of your edited photo to share, while keeping the original file untouched.
Brush ToolPaints custom strokes of color or applies adjustments directly onto an image or mask.ExampleYou can use the brush tool to paint a red stripe across a white background.
TransformTo change the size, shape, or orientation of an image layer or selection.ExampleYou can transform an image layer to rotate it clockwise or make it much smaller.

The real tasks

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Expand a matte painting outward so the camera can reveal more environment without shooting additional plates.

Who does this

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Special Effects Artist

Questions people actually ask

with the jobs and tasks they touch

Start by selecting the wall area with a lasso or mask. Use the brush tool to add torn edges, and paint in missing bricks or concrete. Add shadows and debris for depth.

Use layers to separate the wall from the background. This helps you add realistic textures, shadows, and details that make the hole believable, especially for storyboarded stunt scenes.

You typically do this when creating visual effects for scenes with stunts or destruction. For example, a stunt scene in a movie needs a believable wall break. Doing it early helps integrate it with other effects.

Use high-resolution textures for the debris and torn edges. Incorporate shadows and perspective. A common mistake is making the hole too perfect or clean, so add irregular edges and debris.

Many forget to add shadows or adjust lighting, making the hole look pasted on. Also, over-smoothing the edges can reduce realism. Focus on blending edges and lighting effects.

A visual effects artist or compositor often creates torn wall holes when integrating digital explosions or destruction in scenes for movies or commercials.

AI can suggest textures and basic shapes, speeding up the process. But, you still need to refine details like shadows, debris, and edges manually to keep it believable.

Yes, it’s often confused with extending the image canvas or replacing backgrounds. These tasks involve different steps, like adding more space or swapping sky, not creating destruction effects.