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Create a cracked skin effect in Photoshop

Dramatic skin effects transform ordinary portraits into striking visual narratives. The cracked skin technique combines texture photography with advanced blending methods to create the illusion of deteriorating or peeling facial features. This tutorial demonstrates how to blend crack textures with portrait photography using warping tools, layer masks, and strategic blending...

Create a pop-up illustration in Photoshop

In the world of visual communication, pop-up illustrations have long been a domain reserved for children's books. However, this tactile and physical approach to design has now found a place across the creative industry. Illustrators and designers alike are embracing pop-up and 3D techniques to add a touch...

Create a ransom note in Photoshop

This tutorial demonstrates a unique Photoshop technique to transform text into a stylized, distressed ransom note, complete with torn paper elements and varied colors. This process can significantly enhance graphic design projects and is suitable for various creative applications. Watch the Video Practical Tips for Ransom Note Typography * Mix upper...

Skin tearing effect in Photoshop

In this tutorial, you will learn how to create a captivating skin tearing effect in Photoshop. The tutorial will guide you through the process of transforming a subject into a robot, where the person rips open their chest with their hands to reveal the mechanical body within. Not only will...

Create a smoke effect in Photoshop

This step-by-step tutorial by RetutPro shows you how to produce a realistic plume of smoke emerging from a pipe. The tutorial walks you through the entire process, from setting up the initial layers to adding the finishing touches. You'll learn useful techniques like using brushes to shape the...

Add a texture to a photo in Photoshop

In this tutorial, you'll discover a straightforward method for incorporating textures into your images. The approach involves combining multiple textures to achieve the desired effect. The tutorial is presented by Aaron Nace from Phlearn, a renowned expert in the field of photo editing and enhancement. By following along,...

Remove color cast from your photos in Photoshop

In this tutorial, Michael Woloszynowicz demonstrates how to effectively remove color cast from photos in Photoshop, particularly addressing an overall orange tint common in portraits. Instead of the usual Color Balance method, Michael introduces a more nuanced technique involving the creation of a new group called Offset. Within this group,...

Add a beautiful watercolor effect to your photos in Photoshop

Digital art offers versatile ways to reinterpret photography. One popular technique involves transforming ordinary photographs into painterly artworks, such as watercolor portraits. This tutorial demonstrates a method for achieving a beautiful watercolor effect in Photoshop, emphasizing the use of custom brush strokes to introduce unique artistic nuances. Viewers will learn...

Create a beautiful origami text effect in Photoshop

Origami art inspires unique design possibilities, and this tutorial explores how to bring that aesthetic into digital typography. Creating the illusion of folded paper can add a distinctive, handcrafted feel to your graphic projects. Viewers will learn to transform standard text into a compelling origami-style logo using specific Photoshop tools...

Advanced hair retouching

In this advanced Photoshop tutorial by FX-Ray, learn professional techniques for hair retouching. The video highlights the importance of a good hair stylist and makeup artist to minimize post-production work. Key steps include using the clone stamp tool for flyaway hairs, hue/saturation adjustment layers for color correction, and the...

Add a realistic snowfall to a photo in Photoshop

Winter scenes gain magical atmosphere when snowflakes drift naturally through the frame. This video demonstrates how to build a realistic snow brush from scratch using Photoshop's noise filters and brush settings. The technique creates multiple layers of snow at different sizes and blur levels to simulate depth, from...

Dramatic Shadow Text Effect in Photoshop

Graphic designers often seek distinctive ways to make text stand out in their compositions. Creating unique text effects can significantly enhance visual appeal, adding depth and intrigue to various designs. This tutorial demonstrates a method for producing mysterious, overlapping shadow text complete with a realistic reflection. Viewers will explore techniques...

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Create Colorful Retro Text Compositions in Photoshop

Retro design trends continue to captivate audiences with their bold colors and geometric shapes. This tutorial demonstrates how to build a complete vintage-inspired composition using text, geometric elements, and vibrant color schemes that capture the essence of classic graphic design. You'll learn to combine typography with custom shapes,...

Glitch Chaos: 3 Free Distorted Pixel Noise CRT Signal Backgrounds

Glitch Chaos: 3 Free Distorted CRT Signal Backgrounds is a small sample pack featuring three high-resolution CRT glitch textures taken from the full Glitch Chaos — 10 Corrupted CRT Signal Backgrounds collection. This free pack gives you a clear preview of the overall style, pixel noise patterns, analog distortion, and signal...

Shadow Marks: 15 Free Dry Brushstrokes Photoshop Brushes

Shadow Marks is a set of 15 high-resolution dry brushstroke Photoshop brushes designed to bring bold texture, movement, and contrast to modern digital artwork. Each brush was created from AI-generated texture sources and carefully refined to deliver organic ink and paint effects that feel natural, expressive, and easy to use...

Colorful Christmas Text Effects Photoshop Tutorials

This collection of colorful Christmas text effects tutorials in Photoshop offers a fun way to spread holiday cheer. You can create eye-catching designs that convey your affection for family and friends with just a few simple steps. Each tutorial is laid out in a clear, step-by-step format, making it accessible...

Urban Noise: 3 Free Graffiti Paint Textures Backgrounds

Urban Noise: 3 Free Graffiti Paint Textures Backgrounds is a small sample pack featuring three high-resolution graffiti wall textures taken from the full Urban Noise 20 Graffiti Paint Texture Backgrounds collection. This free pack gives you a clear preview of the visual style, color depth, and surface detail found in...

Gingerbread Houses: 5 Free Christmas Gingerbread Houses Clipart

Gingerbread Houses – 5 Free Christmas Gingerbread Houses Clipart PNGs delivers a cozy, sweet holiday vibe to your creative projects. The free version gives you five beautifully detailed, front-view gingerbread house PNGs (2048 × 2048 px) with transparent backgrounds — perfect for slip-on use in any design app. Each illustration comes framed and...

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