The Smudge Tool

Some artists prefer to use the smudge tool for blending paint in Photoshop. This video explores some of the drawbacks. --- Free Brushes & Worksheets: http://...

We've discussed a number of ways to blend paint, and the Smudge Tool is strangely absent. Why have I left this tool out of the conversation? Beginners often assume that the Smudge tool is explicitly for blending, but in my opinion it is rarely useful for this. This video explores how the tool functions, and highlights special cases where it is useful for digital painting.