Diane; In the bottle image I merged all layers because I wanted to apply the filter to the whole image not just one layer.and yes the image had lots of layers. It does not matter what layer is on top, the regular render or the distance render. In the Bottle image I had only 2 layers. 1 = regular render. 2 = distance render. 1. Make the mask from image "distance layer". 2. Selection, From Mask. 3. Here is where you will invert (if needed). pick Invert selection. this will select the oppisite of what is selected. 4. select the regular render layer. 5. Apply the filter of choise. I have a hard time putting into words what I am doing or what I am trying to say here, so if this is confusing to you it's not your fault. Spike

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