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Design Tutorials and Templates. W3Schools Online Web Tutorials. Tutorials. Create Stunning Interlocking Shapes and Light Effects Using Phot. I am often asked to write tutorials demonstrating how to create some of the designs in my site’s gallery. One of the more popular requests is for a tutorial demonstrating the effects used in Equidistant; which is one of my favorite pieces.

Today, I am finally granting your request. In this 12-minute video tutorial I will demonstrate how to use Illustrator and Photoshop to create stunning, interlocking shapes and light effects. This tutorial uses a combination of Illustrator brushes, Photoshop brushes and filters, as well as some creative use of blending modes to produce a truly remarkable effect. Video Tutorial Final Effect The below image is a screenshot of the final effect that we will be creating. Resources Used About Grant Friedman Grant Friedman is a graphic design, blogger, and author. Create a Rebellious Skateboarder Using Digital Painting Techniqu. The aim of this tutorial is to take you through the process of coloring an image in Photoshop using digital painting techniques.

Being such a flexible piece of software, there are several ways to approach this task, each with its merits. Concept artists will often work in grayscale for their base and apply color on top, which is a great method. The method I’m going to demonstrate in this tutorial uses a regular color base, and the shading is done with Hue Saturation layers. This method enables easy modification of color values and frees you up from worrying about any existing color values in your image while shading.

To achieve that aim, we’ll be working a lot with the Hue/Saturation adjustment layer. This is the image that we will be creating. You’ll need: A copy of Photoshop (preferable CS3 or greater)A sketch – you can use the scan provided in the source file or make your own.A Wacom tablet (any model is fine). Brush 1: Sharp Edge Brush Brush Tip Shape: Hardness – 100%Spacing – 25% Create a Character Mascot with Adobe Illustrator CS4. Mascots are becoming increasingly popular in web design.

In this intermediate Illustrator tutorial we will show you how to create a vector character mascot from a sketch in Adobe Illustrator CS4. The techniques in this tutorial can easily be applied to other illustrations, icons, and design elements; as well as legacy versions of Illustrator. Final Image Below is the final illustration we will be working towards. Tutorial Details Program: Adobe IllustratorVersion: CS4Difficulty: IntermediateEstimated Completion Time: 2 hours Step 1 To start, create a sketch of your character.

Step 2 Now to Illustrator. Step 3 Once placed, choose Template from the pop-up menu of the Layers panel, making it a little easier to trace the image in the following Steps. Step 4 Now that we have the sketch on a template layer we can create new layer to trace the sketch. Step 5 Step 6 Now that we traced the shapes and lines of the face we can create the irises of the eyes with the Ellipse tool (L). Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Step 10. Create a Never Ending Staircase Illusion - Photoshop Tutorial - Step 1 Create a document in photoshop around 4000 x 2000 pixels. File / new / and fill in the pixels width and height. Step 2 In order to be able to draw the staircase we need to show the rulers and change the measurements to centimetres.

To do this view / rulers, then right click on the now visible ruler and select centimetres. We need to show the gird now. Select view / show grid, this is to enable us to draw accurately and evenly to produce the correct angles for the steps. To help us do this go to view / snap to / grid, to make sure the lines we draw are all consistent and the cursor locks onto the intersections of the grid.

To check that your screen settings are the same go to edit / preferences / unit and rulers and copy these settings in the image Step 3 Back to the image. Make a new layer, select layer/ new / layer from the top toolbar. Step 4 Now copy the single step and layer as it is shown in the image below. Step 5 Step 6 Now let’s use something to make to the steps look more real.

Photoshop Tutorial: Create a Spiral Galaxy in 5 Easy Steps | fud. This tutorial will teach you how to create a Spiral Galaxy in Photoshop using nothing but filters and simple transformation tools. The tutorial is aimed at beginners and you’ll learn techniques involving different transformation modes, the clouds filter, selection option and using blending modes. Should you run into any trouble feel free to leave a comment to enquire about it. So lets get started. 1. Document Setup Open a new document, 1920px by 1200px and fill the background with a dark grey #131313. 2. Create a new layer. Press “D” to set Foreground and Background colours to Black & White. 3. Hit Cmd + T (Ctrl + T) to enter the Free Transform Mode. Duplicate the layer (Cmd/Ctrl + J). Select the bottom layer (Galaxy Spiral BG) and reduce the scale it down from the centre to about 87%. 4. Create a new layer on top and set its Blending Mode to Soft Light. 5.

Select both Spiral layers (hold down Cmd while selecting) and enter the Free Transform mode (Cmd/Ctrl + T). 6. 7. How to Create a Photo Manipulation of a Flooded City Scene | Psd. Create a Stunning 3D Liquid Explosion Artwork | Design.CreativeF. 3D renders are often combined with vector elements and photostock elements to create stunning visual effects. While some artworks can be created merely in Photoshop, most designers are forced to call upon other programs in order to achieve truly brilliant effects. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to create a Poser figure, create a shatter effect and render it in 3DStudio Max, then use Photoshop and some simple stock images to create a brilliant and visually stunning water explosion effect.

Even if you don’t have Poser or 3DSMax, we’ve included the render in a PNG format for you to play with, and you’ll still learn valuable techniques. This tutorial covers many advanced techniques, but not to fear, as Joe will walk you through step-by-step how to create it. You’ll learn rendering, depth of field, dispersion, photomanipulation, and how to add the tiny details that all combine for a brilliant artwork. So, let’s get started! Tools Used: Poser3DS MaxPhotoshop Download the render.png. Create a Vivid Themed Illustration Using Simple Hand-Drawn Eleme. Drawn elements are certainly something that can enhance an illustration. Even if you're not very good at drawing, you can still create a quality piece.

All you need is a good idea and some Photoshop skills. And if you don't believe me, you will definitely change your mind after reading this tutorial. So let's take a look inside! Final Image Preview Take a look at the image we'll be creating. Part I - Tutorial Details Program: Photoshop CS3Difficulty: Intermediate - AdvancedEstimated Completion Time: 2 hours Introduction and Preparation It's a themed illustration about "No Beauty," this hides an idea that no beauty lasts forever. And as I said this is kinda simple but you may be wondering why this tutorial is labeled as advanced level. Ok, now let's take a look what we're going to use: a piece of paper, from 123rf.comface, from 123rf.comscratchy texture, sxc.hu Step 1 I always try to work on a big canvas, but for the tutorial purposes I will go use a document that is 815 px by 1050 px. Step 2. Create a Vivid Themed Illustration Using Simple Hand-Drawn Eleme.

Drawn elements are certainly something that can enhance an illustration. Even if you're not very good at drawing, you can still create a quality piece. All you need is a good idea and some Photoshop skills. And if you don't believe me, you will definitely change your mind after reading this Part II of his two part tutorial series. So let's take a look inside! Final Image Preview Take a look at the image we'll be creating. Want access to the full PSD files and downloadable copies of every tutorial, including this one? Part II Tutorial Details Program: Photoshop CS3Difficulty: AdvancedEstimated Completion Time: 4-5 hours Introduction and Preparation It's a themed illustration about "No Beauty," this hides an idea that no beauty lasts forever.

And as I said this is kinda simple but you may be wondering why this tutorial is labeled as advanced level. Ok, now let's take a look what we're going to use here: Step 1 OK, so pay attention to the second image below. Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7. AHHHHH! Oy! Alien Invasion! A Photoshop Tutorial.., Communiqué - Password managers, thanks to Heartbleed, are top of mind this week. While nothing can save you from sites with truly idiotic password requirements, a good password manager tool makes it tremendously easier to prevent identity theft and fraud. Dan wrote about password managers back in 2009, but that's so five years ago.

I took an informal poll around the office and here's what iMarcians use today, as well as a few others that are well-reputed. (Impatient? Jump to the TL;DR.) 1Password: Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone, iPadWhat's special about it: It does pretty much everything, pretty much everywhere. Password Hash: or Firefox, Chrome, Opera, iPhone.What's special about it: Creates a custom password for any website using one password of your choice.

LastPass: Browser extensions for Safari, Firefox, Chrome, Opera, Internet Explorer. KeePass: mSecure: How to Create a Flaming Photo Manipulation. Illustrator 3D Tutorials - Tutorialsphere.com. Borders Marketplace Books: As Good as New Used Books (Used, and.