Tag: New Layer

How to use Photoshop brushes to create negative space

In this tutorial, let’s take a look at how to create negative space in design by recreating a promotional poster from TV show The Last of Us. What you’ll need What is negative space?  So what is negative space? Negative space, also called white space, is an empty area or shape around the main subject… Continue reading How to use Photoshop brushes to create negative space

How to create a reeded glass photo effect in Photoshop

Glassmorphism is a term from graphic design, referring mainly to user interface elements that look like frosted glass—not simply covering the elements beneath them, but distorting them slightly for a unique, soft effect. But you can also glass-morph photos, using a variety of transparent effects borrowed from the real world. Take reeded glass, for example—it’s… Continue reading How to create a reeded glass photo effect in Photoshop

How to Create Leo the Lion Artwork in Photoshop

Today, we will learn how to create a modern Leo the Lion constellation poster design in Photoshop! We will create a more contemporary Leo the Lion artwork by adding trendy neon colors and gold leaf textures. Let’s get started!  What You’ll Learn in This Photoshop Tutorial How to create a Leo the Lion constellation… Continue reading How to Create Leo the Lion Artwork in Photoshop

How to Draw the Flower of Life

If you look carefully, you may notice special patterns in nature—the spiral of a snail shell, the repeating symmetry of a snowflake, the fractal order of flower petals. For thousands of years, people have been ascribing special meaning to them, treating them like parts of a bigger design—a map to the creation of the whole… Continue reading How to Draw the Flower of Life

How to Create Fog in Photoshop

Wondering how to change the weather in Photoshop? Today, we’ll be covering my favorite fog effect Photoshop technique! It’s fast, customizable, and perfect for both landscape and portrait weather effects.  And if you prefer videos, don’t miss this new video from the Envato Tuts+ YouTube channel: How to Make Fog in Photoshop Step 1 To… Continue reading How to Create Fog in Photoshop

How to Make Fire Effects in Photoshop (Flames, Smoke, Embers and More)

In today’s tutorial, we will be covering five different fire effects in Photoshop. From how to add a smoke effect in Photoshop to how to make a flame in Photoshop, we’ll be covering it all. I’ll also show you my absolute favorite effect to pair with fire: how to make a charred or burnt surface.… Continue reading How to Make Fire Effects in Photoshop (Flames, Smoke, Embers and More)

How to Create Cold Breath in Photoshop

Today, we will be looking at how to create cold breath in Photoshop. In just a few simple steps, we’ll create the perfect cold effect to add to winter portraits. Let’s get started! Don’t miss the new video from the Envato Tuts+ YouTube channel to follow along: How to Create Cold Breath in Photoshop Step… Continue reading How to Create Cold Breath in Photoshop

How to Add a Rain Effect in Photoshop

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to add rain to a photo in Photoshop. This easy technique can simulate all kinds of rain, from light drizzle to a heavy downpour. With a little tweaking, you can even use it to make snow! When I’m wondering how to change the weather in Photoshop, this is always… Continue reading How to Add a Rain Effect in Photoshop

How to Create a Wicked Movie Inspired Logo

Tutorial Assets You’ll need the following resources in order to complete this project: 1. How to Make a New Photoshop Document Launch Photoshop and go to File > New to open a blank document. Type Wicked movie logo as the name of your file, set the dimensions shown, and then select Pixels as the Units… Continue reading How to Create a Wicked Movie Inspired Logo

10 Epic Photo Manipulation Tips and Tricks in Photoshop

Today, we’re going to dive into ten creative photo manipulation tips and tricks for Photoshop.  We’ll cover everything from extracting hair to painting blood, and we’ll explore a wide range of captivating photo effects, valuable tips, and versatile techniques. Whether you’re a digital artist, photo editor, or creative compositor, these are tools you’ll definitely want… Continue reading 10 Epic Photo Manipulation Tips and Tricks in Photoshop

How to Make Bootleg Retro T-Shirts in Photoshop

In this tutorial, we’ll delve into the art of crafting your very own bootleg retro T-shirts using Adobe Photoshop. Embrace the essence of the ’90s as we create an authentic retro shirt that pays homage to the era’s cheesy but iconic style.   What You’ll Need to Complete This Bootleg T-Shirt Tutorial  How to Make Bootleg… Continue reading How to Make Bootleg Retro T-Shirts in Photoshop

How to Design an Editorial Spread in InDesign

What is an editorial spread, and how do you make an editorial spread design of your own? In this tutorial, we’ll walk through how to design an editorial magazine spread. We’ll also take a look at some two-page spread examples for inspiration (and for download!).  Magazine mockup template from Envato Elements What You’ll Learn What… Continue reading How to Design an Editorial Spread in InDesign

5 Overdone Photoshop Effects and How You Can Improve it

1. How to Add a Lens Flare Overlay in Photoshop Step 1 Let’s start with a classic light leak overlay. The go-to light leak overlay is a blob of color on an empty layer set to Screen. It’s fast but flat.  Instead, try using a Gradient Map adjustment layer set to Screen.   For a… Continue reading 5 Overdone Photoshop Effects and How You Can Improve it

How to Create the Mandalorian Inspired Photo Effect

If you’re a fan of the Star Wars universe, you cannot miss this tutorial! We’ll transform a generic helmet into a Mandalorian-inspired helmet. We’ll also create a dramatic sky-to-space effect using just one setting and create a sci-fi cinematic teal-orange color grade.  Prefer to watch a video? Then don’t miss this new video from the… Continue reading How to Create the Mandalorian Inspired Photo Effect

How to Create a Double Exposure Effect in Affinity Photo

In this tutorial, we will be learning how to create a double exposure in Affinity Photo. We’ll just need two photos and a few layer masks and adjustments for it to all come together in only a few steps. And thanks to being able to nest and create multiple masks, creating a double exposure in… Continue reading How to Create a Double Exposure Effect in Affinity Photo

How to Blend Images in Affinity Photo

Today, we’ll be using a mixture of blending modes, layer masks, and adjustments layers to add a ghost to photos and create some spooky photo effects in Affinity Photo. Looking for some Halloween photo editor resources? Look no further than Envato Elements! We have everything you need to do photo manipulation in Affinity Photo. You… Continue reading How to Blend Images in Affinity Photo

How to Make a Horror Movie Poster

What You’ll Be Creating Today, we will be looking at how to make a horror movie poster using just two images in Photoshop! We’ll look at effective movie poster composition as well as your new go-to for horror movie poster typography. Did you know that horror movie posters are most effective when they are simple… Continue reading How to Make a Horror Movie Poster

Surprisingly Easy Rainbow Light Painting Effect in 2 Minutes

Give your photos a unique look with this retro effect that’s super easy and fun. This effect is a great way to enhance the look of photos with a dark background. It will also only take you two minutes to complete because it only uses two layers. Preview of Final Results Step 1 Start off by… Continue reading Surprisingly Easy Rainbow Light Painting Effect in 2 Minutes

How to Create Your Own Product Mockup Box in Photoshop

Learn how to create your own realistic looking Product Mockup Box in Photoshop with this very easy tutorial This image was made to help readers create their very own product mockup. To create this, we’ll start by making the boxes. Next, we’ll add some designs to the box. Finally, we’ll finish it up with shadows… Continue reading How to Create Your Own Product Mockup Box in Photoshop

How to Create a Dory-Inspired Photo Manipulation in Adobe Photoshop

What You’ll Be Creating To celebrate Finding Dory, the upcoming sequel to the classic Finding Nemo, I’ll show you how to create realistic fan art easily in Adobe Photoshop. Inspired by the movie, learn how to use photo manipulation and digital painting techniques to make any character come alive. Let’s get started! Tutorial Assets The… Continue reading How to Create a Dory-Inspired Photo Manipulation in Adobe Photoshop

How to Make Pixel Characters

What You’ll Be Creating If you’ve ever thought about creating pixel art, here’s a very quick and easy introduction to one of the most fundamental aspects of it: characters. We’ll be creating an extremely simple character, but although it will be simple, it will still allow a decent amount of detail, so it will work… Continue reading How to Make Pixel Characters

How to Design a Tattoo With a Game of Thrones Theme

What You’ll Be Creating Game of Thrones season 6 is just around the corner! If you want to pass the time and learn something along the way, with this tutorial you’ll be able to create your own GoT tattoo design. I will show you how to plan the composition and how to paint it using… Continue reading How to Design a Tattoo With a Game of Thrones Theme