Create a Photo Caricature in Photoshop

The tutorial on TutsPlus demonstrates how to create a photo caricature using Adobe Photoshop. It shows the user how to exaggerate specific features of a face to produce a comical and humorous representation of a person. Photoshop's transform, warp, and liquify tools are perfect for this task, allowing the user to manipulate a photographic portrait and transform it into a unique caricature.

The step-by-step instructions guide the user through the process, from selecting and preparing the source image to applying the necessary edits and adjustments to achieve the desired caricature effect. By leveraging Photoshop's advanced features, the user can successfully capture the essence of the subject's appearance in a lighthearted and exaggerated manner, creating a fun and engaging visual representation.

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