A collection of Photoshop text effects tutorials highlighting techniques for enhancing typography through styles, shadows, gradients, and creative manipulation.
In this detailed tutorial from Texturelab, you'll learn a straightforward method to create a lifelike spray painted stencil effect for text and logos on black leather using Adobe Photoshop. The tutorial emphasizes achieving realistic results without the complexity of custom painting techniques. Texturelab also introduces a complimentary "...
In this tutorial by Texturelabs, you'll learn how to create a realistic carved stone text effect using Adobe Photoshop. Using simple yet versatile techniques, the tutorial guides you through the process of achieving a cracked and weathered concrete stone appearance for text. Additionally, Texturelab provides high-resolution textures of...
In this advanced tutorial from Texturelabs, you'll learn innovative grunge techniques for distressing text and logos in Photoshop. Going beyond traditional layer masks, this tutorial introduces a novel approach to incorporating grunge and texture elements seamlessly. Notably, the tutorial avoids using layer masks, offering a fresh perspective on...
Brady from Texturelabs introduces a unique tutorial on creating a magical smoke text effect in Photoshop. Inspired by work on the movie "Pan" Brady shares a technique that didn't make it into the film's marketing but remains a captivating method worth sharing. Despite its...
In this tutorial from TextureLabs, Brady demonstrates how to create a dripping paint effect in Adobe Photoshop without any manual painting involved. Brady shares a methodical approach using filters in a specific step-by-step process. This technique allows anyone to easily apply the effect to various elements, achieving a realistic dripping...
In this tutorial from TextureLabs, you'll explore creating epic, superhero-style typography using the Photoshop 3D workspace. The tutorial covers basic modeling, texturing, lighting, and compositing techniques, providing a step-by-step workflow to achieve impressive intergalactic designs. Note that due to Photoshop phasing out the 3D workspace, this technique has...
In this tutorial from TextureLabs, you'll learn a technique to enhance the Outer Glow effect in Photoshop for more realistic results on text and logos. The tutorial offers a straightforward approach to create a vibrant and lifelike glow that surpasses the traditional flat appearance. Additionally, TextureLabs encourages applying...
Brady from Texture Labs presents a long-awaited tutorial on creating a realistic gold type effect in Photoshop. This technique enhances organic reflections not only on the faces but also on the beveled edges of the text. The tutorial emphasizes achieving a natural roughness on the surface without any manual painting—...
Create hyper-stylized 1980’s chrome text and logos with versatile techniques in Adobe Photoshop. This tutorial by Texturelabs covers the basic process of setting up a chrome reflection that can be customized for various looks. You'll learn how to achieve hyper-realistic details to give your images a rad,...
In this tutorial by Made By Mighty, you'll learn how to create a paper cutout effect in Photoshop for text or lettering. The step-by-step format ensures that both beginners and experts can easily recreate this effect. Made By Mighty also provides downloadable files used in the tutorial, enhancing...
In this Photoshop tutorial by Pixivu, you'll learn how to create a realistic neon text effect, complete with a neon sign and light hanging on a weathered brick wall using only Smart Objects. By the end of the tutorial, you'll be able to create a vibrant...
In this Photoshop tutorial by Spoon Graphics, you'll learn how to create a popular floral typography effect, combining type with images of flowers to produce beautiful artwork. The tutorial starts by creating a composition of floral illustrations, then adding text and erasing specific portions to make the flowers...
In this tutorial, TextureLabs demonstrates how to create a realistic neon sign text effect using Adobe Photoshop. You'll learn to combine glowing neon colors with a convincing metal base to produce a striking and authentic sign. The tutorial covers various techniques, including layer styles and blending modes, to...
In this Photoshop tutorial by Nathaniel Dodson from TutVid, you'll learn how to create an Outrun-style video game text effect. By using gradients, textures, colors, and text, the tutorial guides you through the process of creating various "Outrun" style works of art. This comprehensive tutorial covers...
This Photoshop tutorial by Nathaniel Dodson is all about how to create a cool effect where type is intertwined through a floral bouquet. You’ll learn how to layer masks and shadows to build a complex effect that has depth and shape. You will also create a type of parchment...
In this tutorial by Made By Mighty, you'll learn how to create a digital dripping paint text effect in Photoshop. Taking a different approach than usual, this freestyle tutorial focuses less on importing values, lighting angles, and blending modes, and more on the creative process. You'll...
In this Photoshop tutorial, you'll learn how to create a smoke text effect where smoke appears to be released over the letters. Using free brushes and other resources, the tutorial guides you through the steps to achieve this dynamic and ethereal effect. Additionally, the author includes a hidden...
In this tutorial by Chris Spooner from Spoon Graphics, you'll learn how to create a watercolor text effect in Photoshop using a combination of filters. One of the best features of this technique is the use of a Smart Object, allowing the styling to be applied to live...
In this Photoshop tutorial from PiXimperfect, you will discover how to create a customizable and easily editable hole effect for their designs. The tutorial provides step-by-step instructions on how to mask out shapes or text from a layer using Photoshop's "Knockout" feature, found in the Layer...
In this tutorial, talented Photoshop artist Chris Spooner from Spoon Graphics, is going to show you how to create a vintage style marquee bulb letter sign in Adobe Photoshop. You’ll use Photoshop’s 3D feature to quickly build each letter with realistic depth and shading, then also add realistic...
Netflix’s Stranger Things is a hit. So is the 80’s culture revival. Horror movies from that time were scary and fun at the same time and that’s something this show was able to capture with success. But for those who aren’t designers, there was something that...
In this tutorial by Aaron Nace from Phlearn, you'll learn how to place an image inside text in Photoshop. The process begins with selecting a suitable text and font, ensuring it's thick enough for the image to be visible through the text. After adjusting the text...
The author presents a straightforward guide to creating an intriguing Santa hat knitted text effect using fundamental Photoshop skills. They highlight the need to understand Photoshop brush basics, such as creating a work path, stroking a path, and crafting a custom brush. This knitted text effect can be readily adapted...
In this tutorial, the author will show you how to create a stunning Christmas tree text effect in Photoshop. The key ingredients are a realistic Christmas tree brush and a variety of ornaments, including Christmas balls, shiny stars, and a cool silver bow. You can further enhance the design by...
