Hot Photoshop How-Tos
How To: Age photos using blending modes in Photoshop
In this video, Chad West does some experimenting with blending modes in Photoshop to create an aged look to a new photo. Those of you who already know your way around Photoshop should probably not waste your time watching this video. It's meant for beginners.
How To: Use the dodge, burn and sponge tools in Photoshop
In this video, Chad West shows you some more precise color correction methods and explains a little bit about the dodge, burn and sponge tools. Those of you who already know your way around Photoshop should probably not waste your time watching this video. It's meant for beginners.
How To: Match colors between photos in Photoshop
This tutorial will show you how to match colors between 2 photos or more, so you can perfectly blend the images together.
How To: Use clipping masks to put images in text in Photoshop
In this tutorial we'll look at how to add an image to a block of text using a clipping mask in Photoshop.
How To: Use the magic wand tool in Photoshop
A Photoshop tutorial on how to use the Magic Wand Tool. This covers the options within the tool that are available and helps you gain maximum knowledge and control of the tool.
How To: Use the sponge tool in Photoshop
There are many ways to add or subtract saturation from images using Adobe Photoshop. This tutorial takes a look at how the Sponge Tool works, and how to get the best results when using it.
How To: De-colorize colored parts of an image in Photoshop
If you want to make part of an image black and white and keep another part colored (similar to a Sin City effect) then this Photoshop tutorial will help you out. This is a quick and dirty version that gets the job done but isn't very accurate.
How To: Smooth rounded corners in Photoshop without aliasing
Making rounded corners is literally a cornerstone of learning Photoshop. That's because rounded corners are used in many different applications, from harmonizing pictures in a family photo album to create a fun pamphlet for class to setting up an Indie-style vintage picture for your Flikr.
How To: Create graffiti in Photoshop
Have you always wanted to spread your mark on urban society, but were a bit of a scaredy-cat? Well now you have the chance of convincing anyone and everyone you're the next great graffiti artist by creating graffiti in Photoshop. If anyone asks just say the local council came and cleaned it off and it's a good thing you took a picture of your art, isn't it?
How To: Convert images to grayscale correctly in Photoshop
This is the correct way to convert in Photoshop any color photo to grayscale without losing any information.
How To: Use the background eraser tool in Photoshop
If you find yourself needing to quickly remove the background from an image in Photoshop, take a moment to play with the background eraser tool.
How To: Trace a picture in Photoshop with the path tool
This tutorial shows you how to use the path-tool to trace a picture in Photoshop.
How To: Create a wavy flag in Photoshop
This video shows you a creative way to get a waving flag effect using distortion in Photoshop. This method also gives some depth with shadows and highlights.
How To: Restore photos in Photoshop
This tutorial shows you how to use the clone tool in Photoshop to do photo restoration. Restore photos in Photoshop.
How To: Create artistic effects in Photoshop
Create cool backgrounds and effects using various Photoshop filters and layers.
How To: Create a web photo gallery using Photoshop CS3
This video will show you how to create a simple and quick web photo gallery in Adobe Photoshop. Create a web photo gallery using Photoshop CS3.
How To: Change hair color in Photoshop with a few selections
Learn how to make a few selections in Photoshop and change the color of someone's hair in a picture. Change hair color in Photoshop with a few selections.
How To: Create a snapshot effect in an image using Photoshop
This tutorial gives a Photoshop technique for creating a snapshot picture within another image. Create a snapshot effect in an image using Photoshop.
How To: Use Photoshop to create fractal art patterns
Create a cool fractal art pattern using Adobe Photoshop. Use Photoshop to create fractal art patterns.
How To: Use Photoshop to add snow to an image
A quick and easy tutorial on how to simulate snow in a picture using Photoshop. Use Photoshop to add snow to an image.
How To: Add a glass effect to any shape in Photoshop
Using Photoshop, learn to create a glass effect for any shape you want. Add a glass effect to any shape in Photoshop.
How To: Use the Smart Guides tool in Photoshop CS2
Learn the basics of using the Smart Guides tool in Adobe Photoshop CS2. Use the Smart Guides tool in Photoshop CS2.
How To: Use the vanishing point filter in Photoshop CS2
This tutorial shows you how to use the Vanishing Point filter within Photoshop CS2 to modify an image.
How To: Create a fade in animation with Photoshop & ImageReady
Learn how to create a cool fade in animation using Photoshop and ImageReady. Create a fade in animation with Photoshop & ImageReady.
How To: Apply any shape to a Photoshop layer mask
This video tutorial shows you how to expand your knowledge of the new Artistic Actions Kit in Photoshop CS3 by teaching you how to apply any shape you want to a layer mask. Don't forget to check the palette menu for more mask ideas and options.
How To: Organize the actions palette in Photoshop
This 3 part tutorial will help you organize your Photoshop actions. In part 1, you will learn how to move and save action sets and organize the action palette. Don't forget to back them up! Part 2 shows you how to create your own mini-actions set and how to organize the actions kits into the palette menu. Part 3 will show you how to create action combos from your existing actions and improve your workflow even more.
How To: Create a 500px resize action in Photoshop
Why would you want to have an action just for creating a 500px size image? Well, that's the perfect size for posting images on a forum, and if you create an action in Photoshop to do this, you'll never have to manually resize an image for the web again! Learn how to create, and customize this action.
How To: Convert RAW to jpeg using actions in Photoshop
This Photoshop tutorial uses a combo set of actions to process RAW images to jpeg and is a great tool for batch processing. A multi-step process, that may sound confusing, but won't be once you watch this tutorial.
How To: Create Star Wars text in Photoshop
Create text that resembles the Star Wars scrolling type from the intro using Photoshop. Create Star Wars text in Photoshop.
How To: Use the liquify filter in Photoshop CS2
A video from Total Training demonstrating some of the capabilities of the liquify tool in Photoshop CS2. Use the liquify filter in Photoshop CS2.
How To: Create a flaming text effect in Photoshop
Learn how to create amazing text with a fire pattern in Photoshop. Create a flaming text effect in Photoshop.
How To: Use Photoshop to create stencil type graffiti
This tutorial shows you how to create stencil type graffiti in Photoshop. It starts by explaining how stencils work. Use Photoshop to create stencil type graffiti.
How To: Use the extract filter tool in Photoshop
Learn how to use the extract command in Photoshop to remove parts of images. This is great for images with complicated edges like fur or hair that you can't get easily by hand with the selection tool. Use the extract filter tool in Photoshop.
How To: Use the shear filter in Photoshop
This tutorial shows you how to use the shear filter and eraser tool in Photoshop to increase a woman's bustline. Use the shear filter in Photoshop.
How To: Use Photoshop brushes with a stylus
A few simple tips on learning to use brushes in Photoshop if you have a pressure sensitive tablet (like Wacom) and stylus pen. Use Photoshop brushes with a stylus.
How To: Use smart objects in Photoshop CS2
This tutorial explains how smart objects work and how to use them to maintain resolutions of your images when resizing them in Photoshop CS2. Use smart objects in Photoshop CS2.
How To: Use the magic eraser tool in Photoshop
This tutorial covers the basics of using the magic eraser tool in Photoshop. It is similar to the magic wand or paint button, except it erases instead of selecting or filling. Use the magic eraser tool in Photoshop.
How To: Use Photoshop to remove an object from an image
This is a Photoshop tutorial to show you how to remove a person or object from a photo. Use Photoshop to remove an object from an image.
How To: Create an authentic lomographic effect in Photoshop
This tutorial is a guide to creating authentic looking lomographic effects on your images in Photoshop. Remember, it's artistic so you'll need to experiment and find the right vintage look for yourself. Photoshop CS3 is used in the video, but it should be almost exactly the same since version 7 (with the exception of the Shadow/Highlight tool, but that's an optional step).
How To: Reduce flash in an image using Photoshop
Use Photoshop to reduce the unwanted shine and flash in your photo images. This video shows you how. Reduce flash in an image using Photoshop.