One of the biggest strengths of Boris FX Optics is how easy it is to isolate effects using various versatile tools. Nick Harauz demonstrates the power of using selective masks. Do this by tapping into the color information of your images. We start by looking at how we can tap into the luminance information of a shot to isolate effects on the shadow, midtown, and highlights of your image. We then look at duplicating and combining masks to get more from your masking workflows. For October, try Optics for FREE by entering our Sinister Shots competition! https://borisfx.com/sinistershots Find out more here: https://bit.ly/3lwr0HY Watch the complete Optics Playlist here: https://borisfx.com/videos/?tags=product:Optics&amp ;amp;search=Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/Qz466k4nEK // C H A P T E R L I S T //00:00 Intro01:09 Applying a Selective Mask01:40 Defining the luminance mask04:00 Duplicating the layer and mask04:30 Adding a new effect04:54 Changing the luminance mask values05:36 Adding a Path Mask07:00 Changing the mask mode08:29 Conclusion