Oddly enough, whenever we try a new graphics application, we're drawn to applying the cheesiest effects to beautifully designed typefaces. These so-called text or type effects are guilty pleasures that most designers secretly enjoy experimenting with, but would never dare use in professional work. If you're...
In this tutorial, we'll explore how to create a watercolor text effect. This technique makes text appear as if it's been painted onto damp paper, resulting in a distinctive and artistic look. The effect is not only simple to achieve but also produces impressive results that...
By adjusting these sliders, you can fine-tune the blending of your text and wall layers to produce the illusion that the text has been painted directly onto the wall. This effect can add an eye-catching touch to your designs, giving them a unique and artistic look. To achieve this effect,...
Fake images are all around us. Almost every fashion model or artist photo is digitally beautified prior to its public release. Sometimes this goes too far, and the photos are so heavily edited that they leave almost no traces of the original natural beauty of the subject being retouched. This...
This is something I always wanted to do. Regardless of how many years have passed, I still listen to progressive rock with passion. And this is precisely what I love about Photoshop. You can turn anything you like into brushes and start writing about something that you normally wouldn’t,...
No matter how good the photos we take are, we always feel the urgent need to turn them into a drawing effect. The standard installation of Adobe Photoshop gives you a wide range of artistic plugins that have very specific names, but fail to deliver when used with the default...
I’m quite sure that many of you had the chance to try those wonderful Triazzle™ puzzles that are being sold at toys stores all over the country. Triazzle™ puzzles were invented by Dan Gilbert, a Graphic Artist, Product Designer and founder of the Dan Gilbert Art Group, after a...
Rumor has it that Photoshop CS3 will offer some 3D capabilities. There is no official list of features, but it seems that you will be able to open most popular 3D objects formats (objects, not scenes though…) and presumably, have access to thier color and texture properties. But as of...
This time, I'll commit myself to tech you a nice illustration technique in a few steps, rather than my usual detailed explanations. This tutorial explains how to create glowing lights brushes using the Lens Flare filter included in the default installation of Adobe Photoshop. This technique is amazingly...
Finding resources that explain how to program a Photoshop plugin is a extremely difficult task. Why? Just because there is little information on the web. You may ask yourself "Is that possible?" Well, most people agree that creating an Adobe Photoshop plugin is a gold mine business due...
It is very common to find tutorials about making page curls. Many of those tutorials are great, but the final effect is very unrealistic, not because of the quality of the tutorial, but due to the 3d nature of the effect. Creases and folds are more subtle, instead. They can...
Filter Forge is an incredibly powerful Photoshop Plugin. It’s simply amazing. It gives you the power to create your own filters (you must run them from inside Filter Forge though) without any programming knowledge at all. Some technical knowledge about procedural textures and image processing helps a lot but...
For those who never heard about it, Relief Shading is a cartography rendering technique where a three dimensional appearance is given to the topography of a map. The execution of this technique is quite complex and it is usually achieved using special map rendering software. Despite of that, many articles...
Creating virtual Lego models on your Mac or PC is easier than ever with various software options available. These applications utilize detailed Lego part data in the form of 3D objects, allowing you to construct intricate Lego scenes or even generate instruction booklets for your creations. For added creativity, some...
Today marks an exciting release for fans of the Medal of Honor series. The new Medal of Honor AFO Teams Emblems are now available in Photoshop CSH file format. This collection features four distinct emblems that represent key teams from the game. Included in this release are the AFO Team...
Want to know how to make text appear behind a subject in Photoshop with convincing shadows? This quick guide covers the key steps. The process begins by placing text strategically behind your chosen image element while ensuring that everything remains easily editable for later adjustments. Next, you will discover how...
In this Photoshop tutorial, you'll learn how to transform your photos into stunning paintings using the Generative Fill tool. Starting with channel adjustments, you'll create a partial selection and apply an oil painting style or any artistic effect with a simple text prompt. Discover how to...
This tutorial focuses on adding grainy shading to illustrations in Photoshop, which helps bring flat artwork to life by adding depth and texture. It explains how to achieve a noisy, textured look that many artists find appealing. Throughout the guide, you will see a step-by-step process of creating a donut...
This tutorial shows how to create a vintage-style t-shirt design inspired by the 1980s using Photoshop. It focuses on making a graphic that honors one of metal's most famous guitar heroes, using a Simulated Process Color Screen Print technique. The process is straightforward and easy to follow, making...
This presentation offers a clear view of the process behind redesigning a classic Star Wars poster using Photoshop. It highlights the progress made over several years, showing noticeable improvements compared to earlier attempts. The focus is on creating a fresh version of a well-known movie poster, specifically The Empire Strikes...
The True Marker Brush Pack for Photoshop is a practical addition for anyone looking to enhance their digital artwork. It offers four different marker-style brushes that provide a range of effects, from fine details to bold strokes. Each brush is designed to feel natural, closely imitating the look and flow...
