Unlimited Downloads 15% off Marketplace Purchases Exclusive Software Access Unlimited Downloads
15% off Marketplace Purchases
Exclusive Software Access
Go Unlimited Maybe Later
How to Change Colors of Objects in Photoshop
  • By Design Bundles
  • 21 Sep 2018
  • 4 Mins
  • Photoshop Tutorials

How to Change Colors of Objects in Photoshop

Changing the colors of objects in Photoshop is a pretty handy feature to learn. In this step by step tutorial we will show you how quickly this can be done.

Step 1: Open your image


In Photoshop, open the image you chose. We are using a purple hyacinth flower image from the Plus hub. 
Open image in photoshop

Step 2: Create a Hue / Saturation layer 


Go to the Adjustments panel and create a new hue/saturation adjustment layer.
Adjustments panel in photoshop
Depending on the color (or color range) you are working with, select the color option that better fits your needs in the drop-down menu.
Hue/Saturation adjustment layer in photoshop
In our case, we selected the blues.
Hue/Saturation preset in photoshop

Step 3: Test the color selection


You have two color range indicators at the bottom of the Properties panel. The one on top refers to the original color range in the image and the bottom one shows the colors that they are turning into.
Color range indicatiors in photoshop
You will see that some extra levers appear between the two color range indicators at the bottom of the Properties panel. Test the colors that will be affected by moving the hue lever.
Color adjustments in photoshop

Step 4: Add colors to the selection


To add more colors to the selection, use the small eyedropper with a + (plus) sign next to it.
Add to selection in photoshop
To click and drag around the image on top of the colors you want to include. In our case, some of the edges and some darker purple shades.
Select colors in photoshop
You will see the levers between the color indicators move and further the included color range.
Color range changes in photoshop

Step 5: Remove unwanted color changes with the layer mask


You may notice that the hue adjustments are affecting unwanted portions of the image.
Unwanted color change in photoshop
If this happens, make sure that you are working on the hue/saturation adjustment layer mask and select the Brush tool” (B) with a soft brush cover them using black as foreground color.
Modify mask in photoshop
Here are our before and after images.
Change colors in photoshop
If you liked this tutorial, you can check out some other helpful Photoshop tutorials like how to replace the color of the sky.

6 Related Photoshop Tutorials

For this tutorial, we will use an image with neutral colored clothing and a pattern or patterns to apply.1 - In Photoshop, open the image you wish to apply the pattern to. Duplicate your Layer (Command/Control + J).2 - Since the color of our subjects clothing is black and we ...

Do you want to know how to change the color of a logo in Canva? Whether updating your brand or targeting a new, trendier market, we’ll show you step-by-step how to edit the colors. Canva is a great online design tool used to create social media content, presentations, blog ...

Knowing how to change the opacity of a layer in Procreate is one of the most useful tools for designers, crafters and creatives. You can create unique designs or convert your hand-drawn images into digital works for your online profile. In this Procreate tutorial, discover two quick and easy ways ...

One of the really cool image manipulation effects you can do in Photoshop is changing the eye color of your subjects. Today, we will learn how to realistically change the color of eyes in a non-destructive way by grouping together some adjustment layers and using blending modes.For this tutorial, ...

With the Content-Aware tools in Photoshop, you can easily move or remove objects from photos. You can even remove people from almost any background, including complex ones. The software will analyze the image to find the best options to replace the selected area. You also have control in fine-tuning the ...

For this tutorial, I will be using a woman with dark hair stock photo. The effect will work better if the image you chose has a clear and/or even background.Step 1: Select the hairOpen the image you’ve chosen to work with. Then use the magnetic lasso tool (W) ...

You may also like

Help Center
ol image