In this tutorial, we’ll learn how to take splattered paint Photoshop brushes and apply them to the contours of a model’s face. This is a relatively simple technique, which yields excellent artistic results. Let’s get to it!
How to Mold Paint Splatter to a Face in Photoshop
Jun 19th in Effects, Illustration by Justin Van Genderen
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Construct C4D Renders and Integrate them into a Photoshop Composition
Apr 7th in Effects, Illustration by EmilAfter looking through different pictures of old Roman culture, I was inspired to create this design I call “Hail Caesar.” I will instruct you on how to create this whole design including creating your own C4D render in Maxon C4D. Very simple techniques that all newcomers to Photoshop can understand will translate into an amazing design. So get inspired, open Photoshop and lets get started!
Creating a Space-Helmeted Future Retro Illustration
Apr 6th in Drawing, Effects, Illustration by James DaviesI don’t know about you guys but I’m loving the work of Electrik Suicide and Sakke Soini at the moment. I’m going to call it Future Retro for the sake of this tutorial. I employed my take on the style in pitching a poster and overall look for a night at a local club. This tutorial goes over the meat and potatoes of it’s creation!
How to Create Super-Malleable Effects with Colorful Lines
Mar 30th in Drawing, Effects, Illustration by Wojciech PijeckiThese days colorful lines are one of the most malleable effects you can easily create in Photoshop. They simply fit everywhere and can look really awesome. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to create these fantastic colorful effects using only Photoshop. I’ll show you how to compose illustration with these effects. Let’s get to it!
How to Create an Interplay of Abstract Light Streaks
Feb 13th in Effects by Arnaud HemroulleThis tutorial is inspired by the work of the Lichfaktor collective. You should really take a look at their pictures, which are pure urban poetry. I basically wanted a simple way to create similar light effects without freezing my bones outside at night.
To achieve this we’ll use both Illustrator to design the basic shapes and Photoshop to create the lighting effects. Since everything is going to be done with smart objects and layer styles, the final image will be scalable at any size.
Create a High Flying Snowboard Illustration
Feb 2nd in Effects, Illustration by Alex BeltechiWe all know the typical “flying snowboarder through the air” photo. Add a lens flare, and you’ve got it made! In this tutorial we’re giving the ol’ concept a spin by using wavy lines that suggest motion and paint splatters for snow. Let’s get to it!
How to Create a Flaming Photo Manipulation
Jan 20th in Effects, Photo Effects by Jayan SaputraIn this tutorial, we’ll manipulate a picture so it looks like a woman burning in flames. The idea behind this manipulation was to create a nice looking illustration, only by using simple techniques and tools such as the Brush tool and Warp command. I hope you enjoy the tutorial and try it with your own stock imagery.
How to Simulate Fractals in Photoshop
Oct 11th in Effects by Alvaro GuzmanHave you ever seen those outstanding fractal images with a lot of swirls and colors? Some of those were build simulating fractals or repeating shapes, where each shape is a reduced part of the whole, others were build mathematically. In this tutorial, we’ll create a stylized fractal design using only Photoshop.
50 Dirty, Filthy Grunge Photoshop Effects
Oct 10th in Effects, Web Roundups by Danny OutlawThe grunge movement in design combines rips, tears, decay, smears and scratches to form a dark and gritty result. Here we’ve collected fifty of the best ever Photoshop grunge tutorials for your enjoyment and education.
45 Explosively Colorful Photoshop Effects
Sep 22nd in Articles, Effects by Danny OutlawImagine a world without color. Then, imagine a world without Photoshop. Depressed yet? Don’t be. Let us cheer you up with 50 Photoshop effects that will have you manipulating vibrant colors like a pro. Our palette crosses the full range from subtle and elegant to vivid and high-impact. Enjoy!
