Adobe Photoshop Tutorials: Best of January 2013. Here is the first of a new series of our tutorial collections. Some of the best tutorials that surfaced in January 2013 have been included here. And a broad category of tutorials have been added, ranging from Text tutorials, Graphic design tutorials, 3D Models tutorials, Photo manipulation tutorials, to Matte painting tutorials and more. The tutorials, however, have been arranged in no particular order.
Photo Manipulate a Mysterious Ghost Ship in Photoshop
In this Photoshop tutorial we will learn how to create an emotional dark fantasy photo manipulation featuring a ghost ship with a mysterious figure By following this tutorial, we will have fun while learning how to compose our own ghost ship by combining various stock image through photo manipulation techniques like blending, lightning and using custom brushes.
Coming Home – Photoshop Manipulation
Today we are going to create a fantasy in space atmosphere in our manipulation. So get ready for a colorful scene using tone correction, color balance, layers adjustments, lighting effects in Photoshop.
Create a Romantic Cutlery Artwork Inspired by Salvador Dali
Learn how to create this stunningly surreal image of a pair of cutlery in theater-like room with red velvet curtains. This artwork was inspired by the works of Salvador Dali. This tutorial will show you how to create a hardwood floor, blue-sky backdrop, and more.
Create a Battlefield Scene Using Stock Photography in Photoshop
By combining the right photography in Photoshop you can create just about any scene that you want. In this tutorial, we will create a battlefield using several stock photographs. Let’s get started!
FIREWORKS TEXT EFFECT IN PHOTOSHOP
If you’re like me, and didn’t go out to enjoy fireworks last night, you may be looking for a way to create your own, and what better way, than to create them in Photoshop! We’re going to be using custom brushes and layer styles to create this firework text effect. Let’s get to it!
Retroize Your Photos in Seconds
Give your photos a professional retro look using a combination of color lookup layers in Photoshop CS6. This technique is extremely easy to do and you can do it in seconds. Give it a try!
How to Reshape 3D Models in Photoshop CS6 Extended
In this tutorial, Steve Caplin will explain how to use distortion controls to extrude, twist and bend 3D objects in Photoshop to create a 3-dimensional bolt. Let’s get started!
LOADING CIRCLE ANIMATION USING PHOTOSHOP CS6
In today’s tutorial, we’re going to be creating a very simple ‘loading circle’ animation using Photoshop CS6, which you can use on your websites, or before your video projects. This effect is going to take advantage of some of Photoshop CS6′s improved animation capabilities, leaving you with a silky smooth result.
Adobe Announces New Refinements to Crop Tool in Photoshop CS6.1
When Photoshop CS6 was released, many users complained about how the new Crop Tool worked. In Photoshop CS6.1, Adobe made some adjustments to the Crop Tool that they hope will alleviate some of those users’ concerns. In this tutorial, Martin Perhiniak and Psdtuts+ Editor, Grant Friedman will explain some of these options which include Crop to W & H Resolution, UI enhancements, and the resurrection of the Crop to Front Image option which had originally been removed from the previous version of Photoshop CS6.
INTERWEAVING EFFECT IN PHOTOSHOP CS6
In this tutorial, we’re going to be creating an ‘interweaving’ effect that you can use with your photos using Photoshop CS6′s new Scripted Patterns feature.
Create a 3D Map in Photoshop
In this tutorial I will show you how to create a 3D map in Photoshop using different 2D and 3D models like cars, trees, road, clouds and so on. You can get creative and make your own 3D island in Photoshop. I have used for this tutorial grass and water texture but you can choose another type of textures. And you can also personalize the shape of the map using a text for example. Using a 3D action make the entire process more easily.
How to Create a Stopwatch Illustration in Photoshop
As designer’s it’s important that we broaden our skill sets and explore every feature available to us in our software of choice. Photoshop offers a vast array of drawing capabilities, and is a fantastic option for those not familiar with Illustrator. In the following tutorial your will learn how to create a stopwatch illustration in Photoshop. Throughout the tutorial you will learn handy tips, advanced drawing techniques, and gain a better understanding of how to master the software you use each day.
Create a Snowy Night Landscape Matte Painting
Matte painting is an essential skill to learn from any serious digital artist or Photoshop user. Not only does it allow you to produce beautiful out of this world outcomes, but it teaches you core skills such as correct image blending and photo manipulation. In this tutorial I’ll show you how to create a snowy night landscape photo manipulation featuring a northern lights sky. You’ll learn how to combine many stocks together and blend them seamlessly, work with layer groups and Smart Objects, create stunning lighting effects and more.
How to Create an Old TV Illustrated Icon
Hi there. In the following icon tutorial you will learn how to create an old tv illustrated icon. You will learn how to work within a professional non destructive vector workflow. This includes mastering Photoshop’s shape and drawing capabilities, and using smart objects and advanced blending options. Whether you’re interested in icon design or not, this is a must for getting to know some of Photoshop’s more advanced functions and expanding your design repertoire.
MOVIE 43 TEXT EFFECT IN PHOTOSHOP CS6 EXTENDED
In today’s tutorial, I’m going to show you how simple it is to create the Movie 43 text using Photoshop CS6′s new 3D features. If you haven’t played around with the new features yet, you must try them out! 3D in Photoshop CS6 is a breath of fresh air compared to CS5. You must have Photoshop CS6 Extended in order to complete this tutorial.
Create a Sparkling Diamond and Gold Text Effect Using Filter Forge and Photoshop
In this tutorial, we will explain how to use Filter Forge and Photoshop to create a glamorous, sparkling, diamond and gold text effect. Let’s get started!
How to Create a Metallic Text Effect Using Layer Styles in Photoshop
In this tutorial, we will explain how to create a metallic text effect using layer styles in Photoshop. Let’s get started!
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