How to draw Moo Deng in Illustrator

Who is Moo Deng, you ask? Only the internet’s cutest baby hippo! And where is Moo Deng from? According to Wikipedia, Moo Deng is a baby pygmy hippopotamus born on July 10, 2024, at Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi, Thailand. Her name, meaning “bouncy pork” in Thai, was selected through a public poll. Moo… Continue reading How to draw Moo Deng in Illustrator

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 a lettering design in Adobe Illustrator

Learn how to create a hand lettering poster step by step in Adobe Illustrator. Inspired by Dr. Sally Ride, the first American woman in space, this design highlights her famous quote: “The stars don’t look bigger, but they do look brighter.” We’ll walk through each step to transform your sketch into a digital… Continue reading How to create a lettering design in Adobe Illustrator

Tips to Master Advanced Compositing Techniques

Advanced Photoshop compositing techniques Now that you’ve learn a number of photo manipulation and composition skills in the previous tutorials of this course, let’s use these four main components to practice some advanced Photoshop compositing techniques: a landscape a panda a group of fog layers a color grade This isn’t… Continue reading Tips to Master Advanced Compositing Techniques

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 Create a Photocopy Effect in Photoshop

Today we’ll look at how to create a photocopy effect in Photoshop. This effect can be created in just a few steps and is completely non-destructive. The best part is you can copy it directly onto as many images as you need. 1. How to Create a Photocopy Effect in Photoshop Step 1 Let’s start… Continue reading How to Create a Photocopy Effect in Photoshop

What Is Matte Painting in Photoshop?

What You’ll Need What Is Matte Painting in Photoshop?  Let’s go back to the days before Photoshop because matte painting has been around for over 100 years. Originally, matte painting was a hyper-realistic backdrop used in photography and film. This technique allowed filmmakers to create detailed environments of cityscapes and landscapes using various methods.  Sometimes, the… Continue reading What Is Matte Painting in Photoshop?

13 Top UXarmy Alternatives & Competitors in 2024

Everything has an alternative these days. With so many options, your users won’t settle for something mediocre. Your website must be easy and enjoyable to use. But, how do you know if your website is effective or not? For this, you need UX testing tools. Picking the right tool to do this can… Continue reading 13 Top UXarmy Alternatives & Competitors in 2024

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 Create a Coffee Cup Mockup

There’s nothing like a fresh cup of coffee in the morning. Learn how to create a coffee cup mockup in Adobe Photoshop. During this tutorial, you will discover how to create a smart object for your coffee logo and apply effects to generate a realistic cup mockup. What You’ll Learn in This Coffee Cup Mockup… Continue reading How to Create a Coffee Cup Mockup

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 Create 5 Space Effects in Photoshop

In today’s tutorial, we’ll learn how to create five different spaced-themed Photoshop effects. We’ll cover how to create a galaxy in Photoshop, as well as several different Photoshop sci-fi brushes, an alien spaceship, and an entire planet. Let’s get started!  What You’ll Learn in This Photoshop Tutorial How to create a planet in Photoshop … Continue reading How to Create 5 Space Effects in Photoshop

How to Add Christmas Lights in Photoshop

Today, we’ll be looking at how to create a super easy Christmas lights Photoshop effect. Wondering how to add Christmas lights to a tree in Photoshop? Great news—you can use this same technique to add lights to anything!  For a quick overview of the process, check out this short video from the Envato Tuts+ YouTube… Continue reading How to Add Christmas Lights in Photoshop

Give Your Site Some Focus! Tips for Designing Useful and Usable Focus Indicators

What Are Focus Indicators? Have you ever noticed the blue outlines that sometimes show up around buttons or form fields? What about when you click on a menu item? Have you ever tried to make those outlines disappear? Here’s a hint: by default, browsers use the :focus css pseudo class to give outlines to form… Continue reading Give Your Site Some Focus! Tips for Designing Useful and Usable Focus Indicators

Why Unique ID Attributes Matter

Ambiguous IDs can cause both your developers and your users a lot of frustration, and may ultimately damage customer relations. A Little Background It’s one of the most common WCAG 4.1.1 violations reported by automated accessibility testing tools such as aXe, and it can cause a fair share of problems for your users. It happens… Continue reading Why Unique ID Attributes Matter

How to Optimize UX Design for Screen Readers

Achieving digital accessibility and optimizing your platform for screen readers, can be a strategic decision with multifaceted benefits. Not only does it reflect empathy and inclusivity for visually impaired users, but it also potentially expands your audience and the reach of your message. Let’s delve into the importance of UX design for screen readers, practical… Continue reading How to Optimize UX Design for Screen Readers

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 Make the Pulp Fiction Movie Poster

Who Designed the Pulp Fiction Poster? Directed and written by Quentin Tarantino, Pulp Fiction is a cult movie that tells the interwoven—and frequently violent—stories of criminals and mobsters in the seedy underworld of Los Angeles. The Pulp Fiction movie poster was released by studio Miramax to mark the film’s release in 1994, but the credit… Continue reading How to Make the Pulp Fiction Movie Poster

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 Your Own Trainspotting Movie Poster

The Iconic Style of the Trainspotting Poster Released in 1996 and directed by Danny Boyle, Trainspotting is based on the book of the same name by Irvine Welsh. Following the lives of a group of heroin addicts in Edinburgh, the film is a gritty escapade through the poverty-stricken neighborhoods of the Scottish capital. Designed by… Continue reading How to Create Your Own Trainspotting Movie Poster

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