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Photoshop photo to cartoon effect

In the world of digital photography, adding a unique touch to your images can truly make them stand out. One such way to achieve this is by applying a cartoon effect to your photos using Photoshop. This technique is surprisingly simple and can breathe new life into even the most...

Watercolor and pencil premium Photoshop Action

This add-on offers a straightforward way to turn your photos into beautiful watercolor and pencil artwork using Photoshop. Simply load your desired image, press play on the action, and watch as your photo transforms in real-time. What stands out is the ease of use. You don’t need to be...

Create a colorful Pop duotone in Photoshop

In this Photoshop tutorial, you are heading straight back to the 80s to play with fluoro colors, a trend that transforms modern-day photos into intense, oversaturated images with a retro twist. You'll learn how to effortlessly recreate this duotone effect, allowing you to infuse your photos with a...

Create a Sunset in Photoshop

This tutorial by Phlearn teaches how to add a warm "sunset style" to your images using Photoshop. The key is selecting a photo shot later in the day with visible light sources, ideally backlit or side-lit. The process involves using Levels and the Gradient Tool to darken details...

Shiny Glass Text Effect in Photoshop

Glass text effects transform ordinary typography into stunning, translucent designs that catch light and create depth. This visual technique adds elegance and sophistication to logos, titles, and branding materials. The transparent, reflective qualities make text appear three-dimensional and professionally polished. Watch the Tutorial Essential Tips for Glass Text Effects Master...

Create a text on a foggy rainy window in Photoshop

This tutorial teaches digital artists to realistically simulate handwritten text on a foggy, rainy windowpane, enhancing images with unique atmospheric depth. Learn to integrate background photos, apply non-destructive blurs, manipulate text for realistic drips, and enhance specific areas for visual impact. Watch the Video Practical Tips for Creating Rain Text...

Create a sleek chrome logo in Photoshop

Creating a polished chrome logo in Photoshop can significantly elevate a brand's visual identity, lending it a sleek and futuristic appeal. This effect is highly sought after for its ability to convey professionalism and cutting-edge design. This video tutorial demonstrates a comprehensive process for designing a custom chrome...

Low Poly Portrait Effect in Photoshop

Low poly art transforms ordinary portraits into striking geometric masterpieces using triangular shapes and averaged colors. This 3D-inspired technique creates visually compelling artwork with fewer polygons for a stylized, modern look. The process involves creating triangular selections and filling them with the average color of that area, building up a...

Masking Tape Text Effect in Photoshop

The tutorial from TexTuts teaches a simple method for creating a text made of masking tape on a cardboard surface. It's a straightforward process that anyone can follow. First, you'll need to gather the necessary materials: cardboard, masking tape, and a pencil or marker. The tutorial...

Turn your photos into beautiful romantic images

Digital photography offers endless possibilities for transforming ordinary images into captivating visual stories. Sometimes, a photograph needs a touch of artistry to convey a specific mood or emotion, such as a romantic or dreamy atmosphere. This tutorial explores techniques to imbue your photographs with a dreamy, romantic ambiance, perfect for...

Add freckles to a face in Photoshop

In this tutorial by Aaron Nace from Phlearn, learn how to add realistic freckles to a face in Photoshop by creating a custom brush. The process begins with using a photo of granite to create an organic freckle texture. You'll select the desired color range, create a black-and-white...

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Create Colorful Retro Text Compositions in Photoshop

Retro design trends continue to captivate audiences with their bold colors and geometric shapes. This tutorial demonstrates how to build a complete vintage-inspired composition using text, geometric elements, and vibrant color schemes that capture the essence of classic graphic design. You'll learn to combine typography with custom shapes,...

Glitch Chaos: 3 Free Distorted Pixel Noise CRT Signal Backgrounds

Glitch Chaos: 3 Free Distorted CRT Signal Backgrounds is a small sample pack featuring three high-resolution CRT glitch textures taken from the full Glitch Chaos — 10 Corrupted CRT Signal Backgrounds collection. This free pack gives you a clear preview of the overall style, pixel noise patterns, analog distortion, and signal...

Shadow Marks: 15 Free Dry Brushstrokes Photoshop Brushes

Shadow Marks is a set of 15 high-resolution dry brushstroke Photoshop brushes designed to bring bold texture, movement, and contrast to modern digital artwork. Each brush was created from AI-generated texture sources and carefully refined to deliver organic ink and paint effects that feel natural, expressive, and easy to use...

Colorful Christmas Text Effects Photoshop Tutorials

This collection of colorful Christmas text effects tutorials in Photoshop offers a fun way to spread holiday cheer. You can create eye-catching designs that convey your affection for family and friends with just a few simple steps. Each tutorial is laid out in a clear, step-by-step format, making it accessible...

Urban Noise: 3 Free Graffiti Paint Textures Backgrounds

Urban Noise: 3 Free Graffiti Paint Textures Backgrounds is a small sample pack featuring three high-resolution graffiti wall textures taken from the full Urban Noise 20 Graffiti Paint Texture Backgrounds collection. This free pack gives you a clear preview of the visual style, color depth, and surface detail found in...

Gingerbread Houses: 5 Free Christmas Gingerbread Houses Clipart

Gingerbread Houses – 5 Free Christmas Gingerbread Houses Clipart PNGs delivers a cozy, sweet holiday vibe to your creative projects. The free version gives you five beautifully detailed, front-view gingerbread house PNGs (2048 × 2048 px) with transparent backgrounds — perfect for slip-on use in any design app. Each illustration comes framed and...

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