A collection of tutorials dedicated to photo effects, exploring striking creative techniques to transform images with filters, overlays, and artistic enhancements.
In this Photoshop tutorial from PSD Box, using the "Colors in Motion" textures pack and a model image from deviantArt or ISO Stock, you'll create a vibrant digital artwork. Start by meticulously removing the background with the Pen Tool and placing the model on a new...
This Photoshop tutorial from Visual-Pixels will show you how to create the dispersion effect in just five minutes. Begin by isolating the model from the background in your image. Duplicate the model onto a new layer and apply the Liquify filter to distort its shape. Conceal this layer and add...
The author, Photoshop Pro Help, provides a tutorial on how to create an old photo effect in Photoshop. They explain that if you have ever admired the style of vintage photos and wanted to give your modern photos a similar look, this tutorial will show you how to apply an...
This tutorial by Marty Geller from Blue Lightning TV shows how to easily replace the image in the quilt without having to redo all the effects in Photoshop. Geller explains that this technique involves breaking down the photo into a grid of squares or rectangles, similar to a quilt. Each...
This in-depth tutorial by Steve Caplin of Creative Pro unlocks the secrets of recreating M.C. Escher's iconic ribbon face illusion on your own portrait photos. Learn how to manipulate and distort the image to create the winding ribbon effect, while cleverly incorporating a ghost-like version of the...
Nichole Paschal takes viewers through the intricacies of Topaz Glow plugin's blending modes. These modes change how the original image interacts with the chosen effect, allowing for a wide range of creative possibilities. Paschal demonstrates the various blending modes and strength sliders, guiding viewers on how to achieve...
Creating a text portrait in Photoshop is a sophisticated blend of photography and typography. In this tutorial by Marty from Blue Lightning TV, you'll learn how to transform a standard photo into a powerful typographic portrait. Starting with an optimal photo choice, Marty guides you through desaturating the...
This tutorial will show you how to make a photo of a model dissolving into flying particles. It's a simple process that only requires a few steps. First, the user will learn techniques to improve the colors of the image. They'll adjust the levels and curves...
The tutorial demonstrates how to create the appearance of hot steam and vapor over surfaces in Photoshop. Marty Geller, from the Blue Lighting TV channel, guides viewers through the process step-by-step. The technique involves layering various elements to build up the steam effect. This includes using blurred and semi-transparent brushstrokes,...
In this tutorial by Marty Geller from Blue Lightning TV, you'll learn how to transform the material of a statue or object in Adobe Photoshop. Marty demonstrates how to use various tools and techniques to change the texture and appearance of your subject. The tutorial covers creating a...
This tutorial by Sébastien Del Grosso on 500px Blog guides you through creating self-portrait sketches that blend photography with drawing for a unique artistic effect. Using a Canon 7D and natural light, Sébastien captures his self-portraits, then prints them with a 90% white opacity layer. He sketches over these prints...
This Photoshop tutorial by Blue Lightning TV takes you through crafting a stunning portrait built entirely from words. Learn to prep your photo, create a text cloud filled with the subject's special words, and position and manipulate the text to perfectly follow the contours of the face. The...
This tutorial by Blue Lightning TV will teach you how to create a fantastical image by blending an animal face with a human one. Learn powerful techniques like using layer masks, warping tools, and adjustment layers to achieve a seamless transformation. The video guides you through aligning features, creating realistic...
This tutorial by PHLEARN will show you how to create stylized portraits made entirely from newspaper clippings. Learn how to transform your subject into a living collage by applying filters for an illustrative effect, before seamlessly integrating vintage newspaper textures. The video offers a step-by-step approach to this unique technique,...
In this Photoshop tutorial, you will learn how to transform your photos into stunning low-polygon images. The process is straightforward and can be applied to various types of images, allowing you to create captivating low-poly portraits or abstract artwork. The tutorial, presented by Marty Geller from Blue Lightning TV, guides...
In this Photoshop tutorial by Marty from Blue Lightning TV, you’ll learn how to create realistic fog and mist effects in your photos. The video begins by explaining the visual differences between fog and mist: fog is a thick blanket that obscures distant objects, while mist lingers closer to...
This tutorial by Blue Lightning TV takes you step-by-step through the process of transforming a face into the iconic makeup of Gene Simmons. Learn how to achieve the signature elements – the dramatic eyes, the demonic mouth – using a combination of layer masks, blending modes, and adjustment layers. This is a...
In this Blue Lightning TV tutorial by Marty Geller, you'll learn how to transform a modern photo into an antique-style oil painting with a cracked, aged effect. The tutorial guides you through applying a craquelure texture to give the image an authentic, vintage look. This technique adds depth...
In this tutorial, Howard Pinsky demonstrates how to use Photoshop's flame generator filter to create stunning fire effects. He transforms text into fiery lettering and adds dramatic flames to an image of a runner. Howard explains the filter's parameters, such as width, angle, and complexity, making...
In this Photoshop tutorial by Marty from Blue Lightning TV, you'll learn how to transform a digital photo into a classic, vintage-style image. The video guides you through a series of techniques to achieve that nostalgic charm. You'll learn how to adjust colors and add light...
This Photoshop tutorial by Marty Geller from Blue Lightning TV shows how to turn a portrait photo into a classy marble sculpture using Photoshop. No fancy tricks, just a well-explained process. Learn how to isolate your subject, work with grayscale tones, and add textures to create a realistic marble effect....
In this tutorial, you'll discover how to transform a photo into a stunning woodcut print. Marty Geller, the expert behind Blue Lightning TV, will guide you through the process step by step. You'll learn the essential techniques for converting a digital image into a woodcut-inspired design....
Have you ever wondered how to transform a regular photo into a LEGO portrait? In this Photoshop tutorial by Marty Geller from Blue Lightning TV, we'll dive into the fascinating process of converting a photo into a colorful and distinctive LEGO-inspired masterpiece. By using creative techniques and adjustments,...
In this tutorial Serge Ramelli explains how to achieve an infrared look for your photos using Photoshop. Serge explains the distinctive characteristics of infrared photography before detailing the steps to replicate this effect. Initially, you adjust the photo's exposure in Lightroom to create a washed-out look, then open...
