Topaz Labs Photoshop Plugins Bundle (09.2018) Guide

: A lifesaver for complex selections, ReMask used a "tri-map" system (green for keep, red for cut, blue for compute) to handle difficult extractions like hair, fur, and translucent veils.

: By late 2018, Topaz was moving toward Topaz Studio , a standalone host application. The September 2018 bundle worked both as individual Photoshop filters and as "adjustments" within the Studio ecosystem, offering more flexibility in the workflow.

: In 2018, this was the gold standard for noise reduction. Unlike Photoshop’s native filters, it was remarkably effective at removing grain while preserving the underlying textures of skin, fabric, or feathers.

: This period saw the launch of A.I. Gigapixel , which was included or sold alongside these plugins. It marked the first time photographers could upscale images by 600% using neural networks rather than standard interpolation.

: Often cited as a competitor to Silver Efex Pro, this plugin offered a massive library of historical film presets (like Kodak Tri-X or Ilford) and advanced toning tools for fine-art monochrome conversions.

The represents a pivotal era in photo post-processing, capturing the transition between traditional algorithmic adjustments and the early integration of machine learning. This specific release was a comprehensive suite designed to provide photographers with a "one-stop shop" for specialized finishing touches that standard Adobe Photoshop tools often struggled to replicate with the same ease. Overview of the 2018 Bundle

: These were the "artistic" pillars of the bundle. Impression allowed users to turn photos into paintings with realistic brushstrokes, while Glow focused on light-tracing effects and neon-like luminescence. Why 2018 Was Significant