When compositing photos in Photoshop, sometimes the story you tell can be just as important as how well you combine the images. Frequent Psdtuts author Tony Aubé is not only good at combining the images he uses, but he is also great at combining them …
Read more »In today’s quick tip tutorial we will demonstrate how to create a cinematic “Transfarmers” Text Effect using the layer styles. Let’s get started!
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Read more »Applying the right atmosphere and lighting to your artwork can be a tricky task. In this Tuts+ Premium tutorial, author Wojciech Pijecki will explain how to create a mechanically enhanced subject, in a sci-fi environment, using advanced shading techniq…
Read more »We recently showed you the first sneak peek of Photoshop CS6 by Senior Photoshop Product Manager Bryan O’Neil Hughes. Today, Photoshop Product Manager Zorana Gee released a new video showing even more features of CS6. In this video Zorana will explai…
Read more »Layer comps are a great way to organize content inside Photoshop files. They allow you to save multiple design ideas in a single PSD while reducing the need to create duplicate layers. As you’ll see in this tutorial, layer comps can flow from Pho…
Read more »Each month, we bring together a selection of the best tutorials and articles from across the whole Tuts+ network. Whether you’d like to read the top posts from your favourite site, or would like to start learning something completely new, this is…
Read more »The Photoshop team is looking for their next evangelist. They just announced a contest asking for Photoshop users to submit their own hidden gem tutorial, and we would like the winner to be a Psdtuts+ reader or author! A hidden gem video needs to expla…
Read more »As you know, each month, we round up some of the best Photoshop-related content from around the web. This month, there was some excellent Photoshop tutorials to choose from so please take a moment to review our favorites from January 2012.
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Read more »Lightroom actions are an awesome tool that can help to automate your workflow and to add creativity to your photo library. Using presets, we can apply a photo style to one or many images in our photo catalogs. Check out more than 100 of the web’s…
Read more »The use of textures can dramatically improve your print design work. You can (if used sensibly) add more depth to your work, whether your work be business cards, advertisements or posters. The results of using texture in your print design projects can …
Read more »Photoshop is a fantastic tool to help 3D artists save time and improve the look of their renders. In this tutorial we will demonstrate how to combine ZBrush materials and lighting render passes to create a stunning metallic textured skull. Let’s …
Read more »If you have ever searched for speed paintings on Youtube, you’ve probably seen the work of Nico Dimattia. Dimattia is an exceptional digital painter from Argentina who has received worldwide attention on his Youtube channel with his amazing speed…
Read more »In this Tuts+ Premium tutorial, author Mark Mayers will create a post-apocalyptic photo composition that will take inspiration from movies such as Planet of Apes, where an astronaut finds himself marooned on Earth thousands of years in the future only …
Read more »Most of you probably know those awesome letters that were generated with 3D programs. But what about when you don’t have any particular program and you need to make 3D typography? This tutorial will show you how to create the 3D text shape and g…
Read more »In this video, Photoshop Senior Product Manager Bryan O’Neil Hughes gives us a sneak at Adobe Photoshop Camera Raw and Adobe Photoshop CS6. The most dramatic change that you will notice from this video might be the darker color of the new interfa…
Read more »Photoshop is an excellent tool for manipulating photographs but it can also be used as a means to create stunning digital art. This tutorial is part of a 25-part video tutorial series demonstrating everything you will need to know to start producing di…
Read more »Concept art plays an important role in the creation of just about any animated movie or video game. In this article we will feature some quirky and creative illustrations and concept art from some amazing artists and illustrators. Let’s take a lo…
Read more »Every once and a while we like to share a little love with our sister Marketplace – GraphicRiver. Plenty of Marketplace authors have cut their teeth here on Psdtuts+ and have gone on to develop outstanding portfolios. Here is our rundown of some …
Read more »This entry is part 1 of 1 in the series App From ScratchThis tutorial is part of a three-part series explaining how to design UI elements for mobile applications in Photoshop. In this part, we will explain how to design an icon for your mobile device&#…
Read more »In this article we will be featuring the work of Michael Oswald. Oswald is a digital artist with a unique style. His technique involves a combination of photo manipulation and digital painting techniques and the results are often stunning. Let’s …
Read more »Today we’re going back to basics with a simple, elegant, and professional button tutorial from Liam McCabe. Liam creates all sorts of great web elements, so he’s going to be a great guide through the process. If you’ve been looking fo…
Read more »Workshops, presentations, and conferences are excellent places to learn Photoshop. These types of events occur every day, all over the world. We understand that you can’t attend every event, everywhere. That is why each month; we display some of our …
Read more »Slick designs are an important part of a successful iPad interface. In this Tuts+ Premium tutorial, author Paul Flavius we will explain how to create a beautiful GUI for an Audio/DJ iPad application in Photoshop. This tutorial is available exclusively…
Read more »Photoshop is an excellent tool for manipulating photographs but it can also be used as a means to create stunning digital art. This tutorial is part of a 25-part video tutorial series demonstrating everything you will need to know to start producing di…
Read more »From time-to-time we like to introduce you to art groups and collectives that we find online. Art groups and collectives are great ways for designers to network and improve their skills. In this article, we will take a look at some of the work produced…
Read more »Are you looking to start your new year with a fresh set of prints to help promote your design business? Today, our friends at UPrinting are kicking off 2012 by giving away business cards, posters, or postcards to 36 lucky Tuts+ readers. To enter, all y…
Read more »Making modifications to your car or truck in Photoshop can be a lot of fun. In this tutorial we will demonstrate how to create a pimped out truck modification using photos taken with a simple point and shoot camera, with no advanced lighting setup. Let…
Read more »Tiago Hoisel is a Brazilian illustrator with a talent for producing fun, and humorous illustrations. In this article we will feature some of our favorite illustrations from his portfolio. Let’s take a look!
AXL
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Praia
Minotauro
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Read more »We know how much you guys like to test your knowledge of Photoshop so today we are giving you an opportunity to do so with another quiz from Martin Perhiniak. Please take a moment to complete this 10-question quiz and see if you’re prepared to pass o…
Read more »Illustrator and Photoshop work extremely well together. In this Tuts+ Premium tutorial, author Alex Beltechi will use both apps to produce elegant leafy lettering that can be used for a variety of projects. This tutorial is available exclusively to Tut…
Read more »Photoshop is an excellent tool for manipulating photographs but it can also be used as a means to create stunning digital art. This tutorial is part of a 25-part video tutorial series demonstrating everything you will need to know to start producing di…
Read more »Today we are featuring the art of Filipino digital artist John Barry Ballaran. His stunning digital paintings feature a wide variety of themes ranging from super heroes to cyber punk monsters. Let’s take a look.
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Let’s be honest, most of Photoshop’s default filters and effects don’t give you much flexibility and don’t always look very realistic. Filter Forge is a powerful third-party plugin for Photoshop that allows you to do some pretty…
Read more »We recently had the opportunity to chat with Matt Kloskowski about his new book, Photoshop Compositing Secrets. Photoshop Compositing Secrets demonstrates some excellent techniques to help you create realistic compositions in Photoshop. Matt was genero…
Read more »In this article we will feature the work of Shinobinaku, a Lisbon-based designer with a talent for producing dark, surreal, emotional, and sometimes disturbing artwork. Let’s take a look!
Moonlight Serenade
The Black Widow
Alice Madness
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Read more »In this tutorial you’ll learn how to compose magical scene from different stock images, how to create strong atmosphere and add interesting lights and shadows. You’ll also learn many different ways of color adjustments to get the exact imag…
Read more »Touch screen interfaces are everywhere these days. You can see them on television, in movies, on the web, and especially on your mobile device. In this Tuts+ Premium tutorial, author Kervin Brisseaux will explain how to create a touch screen interface …
Read more »With the release of Photoshop CS5 there have been substantial improvements to the noise reduction tools found inside of Camera Raw. Now, it’s possible to reduce noise while maintaining clarity and sharpness throughout the image. In this tutorial …
Read more »Painting in Photoshop can seem like quite a challenge to take on. An idea may be vivid in your mind but hard to translate to canvas. To help out this process, many artists use photo references to understand the elements of their pieces such as lighting…
Read more »We’re excited to announce that Tuts+ Premium members now have access to a new Rockable eBook and in-depth video course on DSLR Photography as part of their membership. The eBook is Rockstar Icon Designer (usually $24 USD), and the course is Intro…
Read more »Photoshop is great at seamlessly combing photos to create an entirely new scene. In this tutorial we will create an elephant sundae using several stock photos. Let’s get started!
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Each month, we bring together a selection of the best tutorials and articles from across the whole Tuts+ network. Whether you’d like to read the top posts from your favourite site, or would like to start learning something completely new, this is…
Read more »As you know, each month, we round up some of the best Photoshop-related content from around the web. This month, there was some excellent Photoshop tutorials to choose from so please take a moment to review our favorites from December 2011.
Photoshop…
Read more »The older I get, the faster time seems to fly by. It doesn’t seem that long ago when I was drafting last year’s Best of Psdtuts article. Since then we’ve published a ton of amazing Photoshop tutorials and articles. In this round up, I…
Read more »In this tutorial, I’ll show you a creative process that gets you using your crazy brain. The workflow for creating the splashes involves taking photographs of thrown paint. Through photography you can capture amazing 3D images without the need fo…
Read more »Enhancing a sports photo with cooling liquid effects can drastically improve the look and feel of a composition. In this Tuts+ Premium tutorial, author Mark Mayers will apply these effects to a photo from sports photographer Jordan Weeks. In the proces…
Read more »We know how much you guys like to test your knowledge of Photoshop so today we are giving you an opportunity to do so with another quiz from Martin Perhiniak. Please take a moment to complete this 10-question quiz and see if you’re prepared to pass o…
Read more »Movie posters are meant to be attention grabbing, captivating, stunning and intriguing. The designers have a large canvas to work from, so their creativity has few limits. Because of this, movie posters can result in some of the smartest graphic design…
Read more »For many of our readers, this time of year is filled with family, friends, and celebration. In this tutorial, we will explain how to create a festive cocktail using Photoshop’s 3D capabilities just in time for your New Year’s celebrations. …
Read more »The holidays are upon us, and we’re feeling festive at Tuts+ this weekend! We’d like to take this opportunity to say a huge Christmas thank you to all our readers, and wish you a very Happy Holiday. Read on for a video message from the HQ t…
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