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This makes the layer that will become our mask. We picked red as the color
because for the mask type we’re about to use, color makes no difference.

This is going to act as our “tape” that will block out an area for the white to
show up. Since the “tape” isn’t seen in our show, the color doesn’t matter.

7. Because we know this will be our mask, to stay organized, go
ahead and rename this layer. In the layer information area, click
on the Rename button and change the name of this layer to
"Masking Layer"

Remember our goal is to make a circle, and right now the mask is a square.
To get the layer into the correct shape, we’re going to use the vignette
feature creatively.
Masking Layer
8. Click on the Adjustments tab. Solid Color
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9. Make sure Layer 1, your red layer, is
selected and click on the edit button
for the Vignette tool, located in the I I
Editing Tools pane.
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10. Change the Shape to Ellipse and the
box to red, then click on Ok. D
Type to Solid Color.
11. Change the color in the Solid Color
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Notice that because your layer is in a square shape, the ellipse is forced into
a perfect circle. You’ll find that lots of features in the program can be used
for creative solutions like this one.

The last few steps involve converting your red layer into a mask, defining
that circle.

12. Click on the Layer Settings tab.

13. Make sure Layer 1 is selected and then check the box for the
Mask option in the Layer Type pane to enable the mask.

14. Change the Mask Using option to Transparency.
15. Click Ok.