tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300Sun, 15 Nov 2009 08:43:48 +0000Collection of Photoshop tutorials for beginners including photo effect, coloring and text effect.http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (ace)Blogger119125BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginnershttp://feedburner.google.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-5361148940874247863Sun, 15 Nov 2009 06:26:00 +00002009-11-14T23:24:12.754-08:00Inspiration: Creative PhotosInspirationToday, I discovered two awesome stuffs on the internet. First, a brilliant song by Glass Pear called Ghost..but, let's not talk about that because we all know, it would be kind of off-topic here...and second, the 'Real Photoshop' image below. It's the coolest image I have seen in a long time...with brilliant concept and super-awesome execution. For a Photoshop enthusiast like me, every time I http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/11/photoshop-cs2-as-real-as-it-gets.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/zUkQeCjXPY4" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-3841144765933067305Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:30:00 +00002009-11-06T07:38:16.234-08:00moreInspiration: Logo DesignInspirationSome people are obsessed with logo and some just enjoy looking at something pretty and brilliantly designed. Whoever you are, we hope this post 25 Brilliantly Designed Logo can give you a little inspiration on your next project. Most of the logos here display the brilliant use of negative space in logo design. And some just need to be included here because they're too cool to be left out. Eh, http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/11/collection-of-brilliant-logo-design.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)3<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/InPsdx-RC-s" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-8216283252836273456Sun, 30 Aug 2009 08:59:00 +00002009-08-30T23:24:01.847-07:00moreTextures: Pattern SitesTextures: AllSometimes, a white paint isn't gonna work for your wall decoration, you might opt for a nice wallpaper instead. Similar to design, there's time when that plain color isn't enough to give your work that fantastic look you're aiming for..and it's time like this you need to search for some textures or patterns. You can use patterns for any purpose you like, as background and foreground for images, http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/08/best-sites-to-download-free-patterns.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)7<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/p-Y-JMa_Qyg" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-7071920766087803380Sun, 23 Aug 2009 09:16:00 +00002009-08-23T02:58:06.481-07:00moreActionsActions: Old Vintage PhotoI found this action while browsing the internet for something cool and fabulous. And now, I'm addicted to this action. What this action does essentially is give your photo that old vintage look with an interesting coloring and lomo effect. And what I'm doing now is sharing with you my addiction. This old vintage action works well with any photo, even those you took with your digital camera.You http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/08/old-vintage-photo-effect-action.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)2<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/58E339-E978" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-4396844133861497964Sat, 08 Aug 2009 16:51:00 +00002009-08-08T10:38:53.076-07:00Photo Effect in PhotoshopmorePhoto: Light EffectsNo new tutorials from me this week, but don't worry, you'll still gonna learn something. Check out these super fantastic glowing light tutorials that's gonna make your photo even more super fantastic than it already is!Some of you may have seen this swirling light effect several times and wonder to yourself, 'Damn! it's super cool, how can I do that in Photoshop?' Well, stop wondering and start http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/08/glowing-swirling-light-effects.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)2<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/IGslKm54Hmo" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-1836940862291584900Sun, 02 Aug 2009 05:17:00 +00002009-08-01T22:52:05.628-07:00moreBrushes: AllBrushes: Frame BorderWhat's a picture without a good frame..that's right, it's just a picture. And if you have Photoshop, using the picture frame brushes, you can decorate your photo or design..making it more interesting and unique compared to your other regular pictures. Following this geeky introduction are some of the best frame border brushes you could ever found on the web. Download links will take you to the http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/08/frame-border-brushes-collection.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)1<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/BbDPB5sDGsY" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-1846017099851782148Sun, 12 Jul 2009 10:52:00 +00002009-07-26T00:06:11.500-07:00moreText: Bling Text EffectText EffectYou're a fan of hip-hop? rap maybe? Me..not so much. But that bling bling thang hanging around their necks are pretty cool. And if you can't afford the real one, let's make a digital bling then. This tutorial will help you achieve the bling text effect in Photoshop. It's pretty realistic..just look at the samples below. So, you're ready to pimp your text with some metallic shiny blink? Don't feelhttp://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/07/bling-bling-text-effect.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)1<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/pUxvMT8LBOY" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-3566556812534863155Sun, 05 Jul 2009 08:41:00 +00002009-07-05T03:51:56.988-07:00moreFonts: HandwritingFontsTired of those block or Serifs fonts that make your design look somewhat serious and undistinctive. Try some of these handwriting fonts to add that personal human touch to your design. Okay, maybe there's a lot more handwriting fonts out there, but I hope this compilation would be enough to get you started. You can find something that fits your design mood here...whether it's romantic, http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/07/60-handwriting-fonts-cool-collection.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)6<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/XxqyMAH2u7s" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-2350739055989475038Sun, 14 Jun 2009 07:54:00 +00002009-06-14T04:01:35.999-07:00Photo Effect in PhotoshopmorePhoto: Retro Polaroid ColoringThis is a simple tutorial on how to get the retro polaroid coloring on your photo. This coloring effect will definitely goes well with these polaroid brushes. See, I can't decide which coloring I like the most. So, you'll be learning on how to get the four colorings shown below. They all look almost the same, but if you look closer, you'll see the difference.1. First, we'll start on how to get http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/06/retro-polaroid-coloring-on-your-photo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)5<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/wEo02LzvnXo" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-5358968085055284706Sat, 13 Jun 2009 09:46:00 +00002009-06-21T02:07:05.712-07:00Photo Effect in PhotoshopPhoto: Halftone Pattern EffectmoreYou've seen this halftone effect everywhere. In the magazines, music posters, billboards..and now it's about time you learn how to do this halftone effect on your own. With Photoshop, it's very easy. Take a look at this before and after image. If this is good enough, then go on and read the rest of the tutorial. 1. Like any other tutorials, we begin by opening the image we want to use in http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/06/cool-halftone-pattern-effect-on-your.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)2<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/ojLlC35JQqg" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-2312141411527028748Sun, 07 Jun 2009 13:41:00 +00002009-06-07T08:35:07.197-07:00moreInspiration: Anti-smoking adsInspirationWhat it takes to create a subtle yet brilliant anti-smoking advertisement that captures the mind and heart of the people? Well, maybe inspiration, creativity, idea that rocks, a little bit sense of humor won't hurt, and of course..a good photoshop skill. Almost all the ads below relies on excellent photography and brilliant editing in Photoshop. If these anti-smoking ads can get you to quit http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/06/40-brilliant-anti-smoking-ad-campaigns.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)7<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/GRoDnvvHdk0" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-2591949937914314992Wed, 27 May 2009 12:29:00 +00002009-05-27T06:16:09.452-07:00Photo Effect in PhotoshopmorePhoto: Single Color ImageI wonder what should I call this picture effect. Basically, we are changing the color of the original picture to achieve a single colored image...doesn't matter what color, you decide..there are no boundaries. I also add some blurry effect to get that glowing and dreamy look on the image. Some examples shown below... 1. Open your image in Photoshop.2. Duplicate the image.3. In the layer palette,http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/05/single-colored-image-effect.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)1<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/9K2biBqqSGQ" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-8901098928074255333Sun, 26 Apr 2009 11:05:00 +00002009-04-26T04:28:51.903-07:00Textures: AbstractmoreTextures: AllOne of the many ways to make your design more interesting is to add textures to it. The right blending between images and textures will create something entirely fresh and new. And today, out of generosity, I decided to browse the web for some of the coolest abstract textures so you don't have to.Abstract Watercolor TexturesDownload HereLarge Abstract Texture SetDownload HereAbstract Grunge Colorhttp://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/04/cool-collection-of-abstract-textures.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)1<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/CBKqCOcDfk8" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-807402334382672751Sun, 19 Apr 2009 06:10:00 +00002009-04-19T01:10:05.260-07:00morePS: Image Editing using Adjustment LayerPS Techniques and TricksToday's tale is about the adjustment layer in Photoshop CS and why you should be using it instead of the regular image adjustment from the menu. If you've read some of my tutorials, you'll notice that I often use Adjustment Layers. And you're wondering..what's the different than the regular adjustment method..well, today..you're gonna find out!First, let's see what the regular image adjustment http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/04/flexible-editing-with-adjustment-layers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/1nhGvsTsZvw" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-8671361485099582379Sun, 12 Apr 2009 09:58:00 +00002009-04-12T03:53:20.058-07:00morePS Techniques and TricksPS: Rotate BrushesThis post will enlighten you on how to change the angle of any brush in the Brushes palette quickly and easily in Photoshop. Before I discovered this method, I used to rotate my layer to get the desired effect of some designed-for-corner brushes in Photoshop. For instance, the brush below is designed for the lower right corner of your canvas. What if you want to put it on the top left of your http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/04/rotate-your-brushes-in-photoshop.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)2<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/ETpyDoIIbaA" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-7683589021094130146Sun, 29 Mar 2009 14:03:00 +00002009-04-12T04:27:52.788-07:00moreBrushes: AllBrushes: PolaroidsSo, you love polaroid pictures..but don't own a polaroid camera. That's a problem we can easily solve with these collection of polaroid brushes. Select your favorite polaroid brushes or frames and upload them in Photoshop. And you'll just a few steps away from having a perfect polaroid theme images.How you want to use the polaroid brushes is up to you. Be creative...and here's a couple examples http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/03/polaroid-frames-brushes-for-your.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)1<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/CIsXtn45FME" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-5838481947725695579Sun, 15 Mar 2009 12:16:00 +00002009-03-15T06:57:07.798-07:00moreInspiration: Scenic and Landscapes WallpapersInspirationLife constantly changes..so why not your desktop wallpaper too? Check out this collection of the most stunning scenic and landscapes wallpapers. Hope you'll find something you like here. Nothing like a serene, high resolution desktop background to keep you inspired... The Long RoadDownload WallpaperSky And FlowersDownload WallpaperPaint your WorldDownload WallpaperHot Air BalloonsDownload http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/03/scenic-and-landscape-desktop-wallpapers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)2<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/klW8HHSaLU8" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-7794785299474052159Fri, 13 Mar 2009 16:30:00 +00002009-03-29T06:33:16.835-07:00Photo Effect in PhotoshopPhoto: Nostalgic FairyTale EffectmoreHey guys! How's life...hope it's beautiful. Anyways, it's been a while since we last seen a tutorial here. So, I'm gonna write one today. Since time is very limited...for me at least, this is gonna be yet another simple and short tutorial. And if you're time's very limited to, you can skip the tutorial and just download the PSD file..This is one of those image coloring effects..sometimes it workshttp://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/03/nostalgic-retro-fairytale-look-in.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)5<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/ICuRN-5C7Tw" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-3445056448554216621Sun, 08 Mar 2009 16:40:00 +00002009-03-08T10:35:42.297-07:00Inspiration: Rule of ThirdsmoreInspirationIn my previous post, we have learn about the Rule of Thirds. It acts as a guide to achieve a good composition when taking pictures. And in some digital cameras, you have the option to enable the grid lines on your camera screen which makes it easier to take advantage of the Rule of Thirds.So now, for better understanding of the Rule of Thirds, I present to you some visual aids. All these 20 http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/03/rule-of-thirds-inspirational-gallery.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)3<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/viTWnw28XGo" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-3467309061307994823Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:41:00 +00002009-03-06T22:34:44.781-08:00morePS Techniques and TricksPS: Rule of ThirdsThe Rule of Thirds, one of the most popular rules in Photography, can be applied in painting, design and shooting movies too. It's useful to remember this rule when you're taking pictures with your digital camera or later cropping your digital image in Photoshop. In most cases, applying this rule will create a big difference in your image. And yes, it's a good difference.The rule states that:1. http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/03/rule-of-thirds-in-design-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/oE0VfbBX-IY" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-3897547204881731454Sun, 22 Feb 2009 10:52:00 +00002009-02-22T03:56:49.982-08:00Photo Effect in PhotoshopmorePhoto: Colorful Gradient EffectLife's short, learn fast. Today, I'm gonna share a really short and simple tutorial on how to spice up your black and white image. Taking advantage of gradient layer, and blending modes in Photoshop, we'll add some colors that'll sure make your B&W photo a bit more interesting. So, read fast, and you'll accomplished this effect in less than two minutes...probably less if you read even faster.1. http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/02/colorful-gradient-effect-on-black-white.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)6<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/APJIywMJ_ro" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-3961238087361303139Sat, 14 Feb 2009 13:53:00 +00002009-02-14T22:32:56.676-08:00moreInspirationInspiration: TypographyTypography, combined with the efficient use of color, fonts, shapes and images, is an excellent way for designers to set a theme and mood in a design. In fact sometimes, with just text alone, it is enough to create an amazing design and send the message to the audience. So today, if you're looking for some inspiration or just browsing the web for something nice and cool, I'm sure you'll enjoy http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/02/30-brilliant-typography-designs-to.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)9<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/cRTts6Usa6I" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-8786867148461404337Sun, 08 Feb 2009 09:02:00 +00002009-02-09T03:06:41.997-08:00morePS Techniques and TricksPS: Keyboard ShortcutsWhen I first started this blog, my goal is to compile everything I've discovered about photoshop and share them with all photoshop newbies out there. So today, I'm writing about Photoshop keyboard shortcuts. There are really huge amount of keyboard shortcuts in Photoshop and I admit, even I don't remember them all. So, here's the plan..pick some shortcuts for the tasks you often use. Memorize ithttp://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/02/must-know-photoshop-keyboard-shortcuts.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/2vSQxcQ_uVE" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-1618166866680839166Sat, 07 Feb 2009 18:46:00 +00002009-03-21T09:51:36.700-07:00moreInspirationInspiration: Miniature PhotographyNot long ago, I wrote a tutorial on how to achieve this fake miniature effect on your photo. Now, it's time for some inspiration if you decided to try one. I personally thought the vibrant coloring is what makes all these images interesting. Well, we all know how colorful our lego set is...those yellow lego people wearing helmet and all. Anyway, this effect is called tilt-shift effect as well..http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/02/fake-miniature-photography-to-inspire.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)3<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/s5rW-waqWGc" height="1" width="1"/>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6587022130207907300.post-1500875568073690715Mon, 02 Feb 2009 10:59:00 +00002009-02-07T23:26:24.680-08:00Photo Effect in PhotoshopmoreReady to have some fun with Photoshop? Let's open those folder of digital pictures you have buried somewhere in your hard drive and start a little makeover on them. Check out this list of photo editing and photo effects techniques you can try to make your picture looks more interesting. Some are common effects like sepia tone coloring, B&W effect and some are new effects you probably never try http://best-photoshop-tutorials.blogspot.com/2009/02/photo-effect-and-photo-editing.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (ace)1<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BestPhotoshopTutorialsForBeginners/~4/iqZqiDxmuYI" height="1" width="1"/>