Create a Falling Fantasy Photomanipulation using Painting Techniques

May 26th, 2010 Posted in Photomanipulation by Edmar Cisneros

Combining photomanipulation techniques with painting techniques can open up a variety of possibilities in digital art.  They can allow artists to repair or recreate areas on a photographic subject, or they can allow artists to create entire elements to include in their art.

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to create a falling fantasy photomanipulation using stock images and some digital painting techniques.  You’ll learn how to extract, preserve and recreate flowing hair, and you’ll learn how to manipulate twirling vines.

Let us know what you think of the tutorial, as always, if you have any questions, comments or requests, let us know!

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Create an Awesome Number-Based Illustration

May 19th, 2010 Posted in Design, Illustration by Bram Vanhaeren

Combining the power of some of Photoshop’s most basic tools can yield awesome results.  The power of the pen tool, when mastered, can allow a designer to create nearly anything in their creative vision.

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to combine the power of the pen tool with some patterns and shapes to create an awesome illustration.   Designer Bram Vanhaeren will walk you through his technique for working at print quality, using various compositional techniques to achieve a creative result.  You’ll also learn some great tips for workflow, along with learning a variety of skills that you can apply in your own design works.

Hopefully you enjoy the tutorial, let us know in the comments if you have any questions, suggestions or just to say hi.

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Create an Awesome Funky Text Effect

May 12th, 2010 Posted in Text Effects by Bruno Kenzo

Funky, abstract text effects can yield incredibly stunning results.  Whether they’re fiery and explosive, cool and sleek, retro, or intricate vector compositions, the techniques used in abstract text effects are applicable across nearly all fields of design.

In this tutorial, you’ll learn step by step, with a plethora of details and screenshots, how to create an awesome funky text effect.  Master digital artist Bruno Kenzo will take you through his detailed workflow that he used in the creation of his work, FUNK-IT, which has received significant recognition in the design community including a Daily Deviation on deviantART.  You’ll learn the use of clipping masks, a variety of layer modes and blending techniques, along with a variety of other effects for this awesome and funky text effect.

Let us know what you think in the comments, and hope you enjoy the tutorial!

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Create an Eco-Friendly Nature Themed Composition

May 5th, 2010 Posted in Design, Photomanipulation by Joe Moore

When working in the field of graphic design, it is not always necessary to use excessively advanced techniques in order to achieve quality results.  One of the things that makes a great designer is the mastery of simple techniques, such as stock isolation, composition, blending and color.

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to create an eco-friendly, nature themed composition for a TV product ad.  You’ll be taken through step by step how to set up the background, control the depth of field, add the foreground subject, and additional elements to create a finished composition.  And best of all, you’ll see how the simplest techniques in Photoshop can come together to create a sharp, polished and creative finished result.

If you have any questions or suggestions, let us know in the comments!

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