Transform ordinary photos into vintage, engraved artwork using Photoshop's powerful texture and filter techniques. This tutorial reveals a simple method to create a classic dollar bill-style illustration effect that adds depth and artistic character to your images.
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Practical Tips for Creating the Engraved Money Effect
Master the art of transforming photographs into vintage, engraved illustrations with these key techniques:
- Create a custom 10x10 pixel grayscale texture as the foundation for your engraving effect
- Use Photoshop filters like Wave, Ripple, and Box Blur to generate unique line patterns
- Apply the Hard Mix blending mode to instantly transform your image's appearance
- Refine the effect using Oil Paint and Shadows/Highlights filters for a more authentic look
- Experiment with Gradient Map adjustments to add vintage color tones
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