I use mixtures of filters such as cutout, poster edges, and smudge stick to achieve the results I find certain. Using the magic eraser to make my images floating, I often find myself using the blending options to create boldness with certain effects such as stroke, gradient overlays, shadows, and textures. Adjusting the tolerance level on the magic eraser and paint bucket proves to be a touchy task when filling or emptying out color. The faint pictures on yellowish paper are most tricky. I work with brightness and contrast levels until my pencil lines are black and distinguished. I use poster edges sometimes to create more solid lines and then I apply smudge stick at full capacity to bolden the lines to look as though they were drawn with a sharpie. Using the oil paint filter as a final touch is a perfect way to make the image look fluid and digitalized. Working with exposure is a great way to find a balance with brightness and contrast as well.