Tabla de contenidos para No. 160 en Photoshop Creative

It’s easy to take a good artwork and ruin it with a garish overapplication of a filter. However, you can also turn a good image into a great one with just the right filter. This issue, our mission is to show you exactly how you can use filters to your advantage and make your image stand out from the crowd, whether it’s a digital illustration or a nature photo. Our panel of experts should inspire you to try out their master techniques, using their excellent guidance. We also have some really exciting tutorials for you, including a majestic, colourful character portrait (p38), otherworldly sci-fi scenes (p48), using filters in a waterlogged world (p22) and applying layers to take a herd of animals to another world (p28). We also feature a…

There’s nothing more inspiring than surfing the internet and seeing what other artists are creating, and we encourage you to do so. Here are some of our favourite pictures that caught our attention recently, created by some of the world’s most exciting artists and designers. AnanoMiminoshvili https://dribbble.com/Anano To create a beautiful texture and colour palette for my illustration, I used Photoshop’s default soft round brush in Dissolve mode while experimenting with Color Lookup, Curves and different blend modes. Sebastian Onufszak http://www.onufszak.com/ This is one of a series of abstract graphic posters. The experimental typography is mixed with expressive patterns, and was completely designed in Photoshop with a Wacom Intuos tablet, using diverse brush presets to create a handmade, artistic look. Peter Olschinsky http://www.olschinsky.at/ After starting with 3D software, a black-and-white…

ArtPrize NineArtPrize Nine is about celebrating the individual creative act, and the courage it takes to make a mark – to move from thought to expression. The identity is comprised of a series of colourful paint swashes, geometric patterns, and small, illustrative glyphs. UICA Live Coverage: The Urban Institute of Contemporary Art hosts an annual fundraising event that brings onlookers into the studio to watch artists at work and bid on finished pieces. Conduit has designed the event’s poster series since its inception. Runway for Charity: For the third annual Runway for Charity, the fashion event was a couture take on the circus. To capture the theme in a modern way, Conduit designed materials inspired by funhouse mirrors. Distorted typography and reflective mirrored paper with holographic foils creates a fun…

Adjustment layers 01 Use the Levels or Curves to adjust the tones and colours. Press Cmd/ Ctrl+L or Cmd/Ctrl+M respectively. Tweak the settings or use the Presets to enhance the image. Clip to layers 02 When you’re applying an adjustment or shadows and highlights to an image, create a clipping mask (Cmd/Ctrl+Opt/Alt+G). The effect will interact exclusively with the base layer. Groups 03 The best way to keep your layers organised is using groups. Hold Shift, select the layers you want to group and then press Cmd/Ctrl+G. Shadows and highlights 04 Create a new layer on top of the images and clip the layers. Change the blend mode to Soft Light and use the Brush tool to paint in some shadows and highlights.…

The artist Pierre Kleinhouse I’m an award-winning painter, illustrator and designer based in Tel Aviv. These days I work as an illustrator for Makomagazine, and also as a freelancer on projects such as gig posters, artwork for animation, branding, advertising, package design and more. I also make artwork for exhibitions and run my own studio shop, selling prints and T-shirts. Please see pierre-kleinhouse.com When the Museum of Communism in Prague contacted Pierre Kleinhouse about creating artwork, the project didn’t just require Pierre’s textbook vibrant colours, big, blocked shapes and attention to detail: there was a lot of research to be done. “All the artworks I created for the museum were inspired by old Communist poster designs,” Pierre explains. “I researched a lot of illustrations and famous communism icons such as…

Place Embedded 01 In CC, you can place an object as embedded or linked. Which is best? Using File> Place Embedded imports the asset as an embedded Smart Object. Place Linked 02 For assets that may be edited further, keep them linked via File> Place Linked. When the original assets are updated, so will the placed instances. Changing and relinking 03 If you want to change up, Ctrl/ right-click on the layer. In the contextual pop-up, you’ll see options such as Relink to File and Embed Linked. Merged effects 04 If you’re editing or relinking a layer below a merged layer, be sure to toggle visibility of the merged layer (and layers above), make the edits, then remerge/apply merged effects.…

About the artist Ngoc Do www.behance.net/dongocarc I was born and raised in Da Nang City, Vietnam. I graduated with a bachelor degree in architecture from Da Nang University of Science and Technology. I spent a few years challenging myself in different types of work, and currently I am an architectural visualisation artist at a branding company. I have a huge passion for art and aesthetics, especially visualisation since university. Name of the project Sydney Opera House: Full CGI “I was quite good at fine art when I was in high school,” says Vietnam-based Ngoc Do. “It provoked my curiosity in architecture, which requires a good command of aesthetics related knowledge.” Since then, Ngoc has created 3D renders of houses, gardens, and even his dream kitchen, but this Sydney-based render remains…

Nature is always moving, so it’s important to add elements that give the impression it is alive. Thinking about that, add ‘leaf.png’, use Free Transform (Cmd/Ctrl+T) to rotate it and apply the High Pass filter (step 4) at 2px. Link a Brightness/ Contrast adjustment layer (step 6), set at 5, 10. To give more depth, apply Gaussian Blur (step 18) at 30px and Motion Blur (Filter> Blur> Motion Blur) with Angle: -55 and Distance: 170px. Finally, duplicate it and place as the final image shows.…

EMBELLISHMENTS EVERYWHERE As a general rule, make sure that each letter has something on top of it, whether it’s a tree, some rope or even stairs. CONNECT EVERY LETTER Connecting each of the letters makes the composition as a whole look a lot more cohesive and complete. Isometric projection is something that might sound like you need a degree in graphic design to understand; it’s the visual representation of three-dimensional objects on a two-dimensional background. But the rules of isometric design are actually fairly simple. It all revolves around creating 3D-looking objects by following a simple guide layer. Don’t worry: we’re going to create the guide layer, and it’s easy. And so long as you follow the lines, it’s difficult to create something that doesn’t fit into your composition. Often…

Creating art inspired by other art is an art in itself, and music posters are considered by many to be an art genre all of their very own. Jokin Fernández is a Photoshop artist who’s certainly inspired by other forms of expression, and it shows in his artwork. We caught up with him to discover how he creates music posters and who his biggest influences are. When did you first realise that you wanted to be an artist? Since I was little I have been into art. I have always been drawing and painting and I have always had a great interest for other branches of art, such as music, cinema and theatre. I’m lucky to have had a cultural education from my parents! They taught me to enjoy these…

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DanSawford https://www.photoshopcreative.co.uk/user/batdan94 Image of the issue I used a bulb with a layer mask with which I could then add the scenery. Using the Multiply blend mode to make the image appear 3D, I then copied the grouped image and flipped it to create a reflection with a shadow created using Gaussian Blur. Shaun Ryken https://www.photoshopcreative.co.uk/user/ShaunRyken I started off with the elephant image, then added the gears to his body, giving it a machine vibe. Then came assembling the tree; this tree consists of 15 different images blended together, making it look like one. ElissandroPinto https://www.photoshopcreative.co.uk/user/Elissandro I did this piece inspired by artists Stefano & Luna and Mpaolo Almeida. Lens flares were important in creating the science-fiction theme in this image, and adjustments helped to bring this composition together. Marcio…

Meet the experts… ANDRE VILLANUEVA From the utilitarian to the outlandish, the varied filter effects are always within easy reach to enhance or shake up your image – just as I shook up a simple portrait image on p17. DANIEL SINOCA Filters are among my favourite features in Photoshop. With them, I can create a variety of effects from scratch, like the water reflection on the elephant scene on this page, which was created digitally. JúLIO CESAR RIZZOTTI I’ve always enjoyed sci-fi movies. Blade Runner has some incredible visuals and still inspires me – it’s possible to recreate these effects with filters, such as in my picture on p18. ÓLAFUR ÞÓRISSON Filters are vital when I’m working on photos. Preferably, I choose a filter that is…

Essentials Works with What you’ll learn Use brushes and colours to turn a sketch into a vibrant portrait Time taken 15 hours Expert Ladislas Chachignot I’m passionate about colour saturation and wanted to experiment with that topic in this tutorial. I’ve played with brushes, layer styles and also a few tricks to achieve painterly and colourful effects in the illustration. I’m a freelance digital artist who’s mainly working on portraits and pop culture related artworks. The goal through this tutorial is to experiment and create a colourful illustrative portrait of a fictional character. Our muse is Zoltar, who you may recognise from classic fortune-telling machines. We’ll be using a graphics tablet to help achieve a very painterly look, although you don’t absolutely need to use one. Brushes will play a…

On the FileSilo Download your free resources at www.filesilo.co.uk/photoshopcreative Essentials Works with What you’ll learn How to use clipping and layer masks to create an abstract scene Time taken 2 hours Expert Andre Villanueva I’m always trying to improve my skills with foundational tools while scouring menus for new options. I discovered Photoshop while studying web design. After graduating, I taught in the media arts department. I’m now art director for a tech company, soothing my inner instructor by sharing techniques with readers. Taking an excursion into fantasy can be just the ticket for joggling a creative block or test-driving techniques without being restrained by the dictates of realism. In this tutorial you’ll practise some of the main features and concepts in Photoshop. Clipping masks and layer masks are indispensable…

On the FileSilo Download your free resources at www.filesilo.co.uk/photoshopcreative Essentials Works with What you’ll learn How to create a deep, dark composition and master lighting Time taken 4 hours Expert Mark White Deer are some of my favourite animals to work with in Photoshop. There’s something majestic and elegant about them, from the antlers to the eyes, and this project wouldn’t look the same without them. As senior staff writer on Photoshop Creative, I’ve learned all kinds of quick tips to help with even the most impressive-looking photos. Brushes are traditionally the tool of a digital artist: a weapon to generate something from nothing in Photoshop. But brushes aren’t just reserved for those who want to draw and paint, they’re a feature that can be used in any kind of…

On the FileSilo Download your free resources at www.filesilo.co.uk/photoshopcreative Essentials Time taken 3-5 hours Expert Emi Haze I’m an Italian digital artist and illustrator. My artworks mix painting, digital art and photography. I have worked for several clients and big agencies like Adobe, Apple, Wacom, and Random House. You can check out more of my work at www.emihaze.http://www.emihaze.comcomand follow me on Behance at www.behance.net/endalaust. Double exposure or multiple exposure is a photographic technique that combines two or more different images into a single one. Traditionally, this is a technique in which the camera shutter is opened more than once to expose the film multiple times, usually on different images. Nowadays we can recreate a similar effect in Photoshop with the help of blend modes – Screen, Overlay and Lighten –…

Molten Gold Usefully, Elements also enables default options when it comes to layer styles; just click on Styles in the right-hand corner just on from the Layers icon. The Molten Gold option under the Complex menu is a truly regal option that looks fantastic and can make your text stand out nicely. Paintbrush Strokes Just like the Molten Gold option, Paintbrush Strokes can also be found under the Complex menu. This one is great for a more subdued effect, and can be applied to objects in digital paintings for an arty final effect. It’s also a classy option for text. Neon The Wow Neon menu is the perfect place to go if you’re seeking something a bit bolder and brighter when it comes to layer styles. There are plenty of…

WORKSPACE The main workspace of Luminar is located in the centre of the interface and can be split between a before and after view. PRESETS Find all the presets you might want to use in your work along the bottom of your window. TOOLS All the tools for editing photos are located on the right-hand side of the program, including layers and filters. Price £64 / $69 US Web https://macphun.com/ Mention Macphun to photo editors, and you’ll find that there are a fair few things that people associate with its software. There’s the expectation that all of the programs are only for Macs, which isn’t actually true anymore. The company is also known for presets, something it has always embraced in its software; though these days in the likes of…

Adjust Exposure and Contrast 01 A good general edit to apply as a first step is to adjust the Exposure and Contrast sliders in Lightroom. More nuance 02 Just by adjusting a few sliders, you can radically alter an image. Here, adjusting the Black and Clarity sliders gives this image drama. Add vignetting 03 Many images benefit from some subtle vignetting. Adjust the various sliders and try Highlight Priority mode first. Adjustment Brush 04 One of the best things about Lightroom is the fact that you can make localised adjustments via brushes. Range Mask 05 This enables you to make enhancements to a mask that you have already prepared via one of the brushes or filters.…

Add fog 01 Add ‘smoke_01_02.jpg’, link a Hue/ Saturation adjustment layer (step 1) set to 0, -100, 0 and a Brightness/Contrast set to -40, 100, then change the blend mode to Screen. Combine filter with mask 02 As most parts of the meteors are falling down near to the back horses, make a mask (step 3) to erase the fire effect on the horses at the front. Adjust the opacity setting 03 To adjust the colour tone of the scene, set the opacity from Color Lookup - FallColors to 20%, Color Lookup - TealOrangePlusContrast.3DL to 40% and the Brightness/Contrast to 50%. Paint highlights 04 Finally, create a new layer, set the foreground colour to white, change the blend mode to Soft Light, select the Brush tool and paint close to…

On the FileSilo Download your free resources at www.filesilo.co.uk/photoshopcreative Essentials Works with What you’ll learn Vital techniques to imbue a grungy look and feel to a sports image Time taken 1.5 hours Expert Andre Villanueva I’m a texture fanatic. Whether a campaign calls for subtle atmospherics or an intense avalanche of flavour, I love the process of hunting down textures and then unceremoniously tossing them into the Photoshop fray and seeing what sticks. I’ve probably attracted curious glances while carefully taking pictures of random wall cracks and sidewalk defects. Need to scrape off a bit of sheen from your sports image and inject it with a dose of street cred? Perhaps you want to display an athlete’s gritty determination, and their indomitable will to win. A grungy edginess could be…

Select layers 01 Sometimes you’ll have multiple layers that need to be moved and edited as one. Here, the model layers should be kept together. Cmd/Ctrl-click to select the layers. Link layers 02 Once you have the layers selected, Ctrl/right-click within the selected layers and choose Link Layers. In Photoshop, you can also click the Link Layers button in the Layers panel. Move/transform layers 03 Now when you move one of the linked layers, you’ll move the other layers as well. You can also Free Transform (Cmd/Ctrl+T) them as a unit. Unlink layers 04 Need to break free from the linkage? No problem. Select one or more of the linked layers, then Ctrl/ right-click within the selected layers and choose Unlink Layers.…

One of the biggest issues in editing photography is trying to keep the subtlety of realism. This is a project that combines two deer photos that could well have been shot together; the background looks real, and we’re going to go to a lot of effort to blend the effect together. So don’t spoil it with a final shot where the contrast is clearly too much! Keep coming back to your final image and decide what looks good after seeing it with new eyes. This is the best way to ensure that you don’t rush into any decisions when it comes to the overall brightness and tone of the project. Brightness and Contrast can be tweaked with the adjustment, or Curves or Levels, should you prefer.…

Link adjustment layer 01 After downloading the image from the Shutterstock plug-in, go to the Adjustment menu, choose Color Balance, link it with the base_01 layer (step 3) and set it to 0, 24, -15. Create highlights 02 Create a new layer, set the foreground colour to white, change blend mode to Soft Light, use the Brush tool, set opacity to 50% and then make the highlights. Set up a group with masks 03 Activate the woman’s selection, create a layer group (Cmd/Ctrl+G) and press Add Layer Mask. Follow step 2 (above), create highlights around the woman layer and place it inside the group. Establish the tone 04 Create a new layer, set the foreground colour to #bfb094, pick a Soft Round Brush (B), change the blend mode to Color…

Crop and cut 01 Go to the Guided tab, click on Fun Edits and select Double Exposure. From there, the first thing to do will be to crop the image and select the subject using either Auto or Quick Selection. This helps to frame your image. Choose an overlay 02 Pick between the three options for picture overlays – Forest, City or Cloud – or import your own image. You can change the intensity by using the corresponding slider and you can use the Move Tool to adjust the positioning. Effects 03 Use the Effects panel to choose a colour style to blend into the image; again, use the Intensity slider to tone down the effect you’re applying to the composition for a subtler finishing touch. This step is, of…

A few of the features that separate the EX3200R from the pack Sleek design 01 The first thing that hits you is the design. It looks and feels relevant, with a beautiful finish and well-built stand. Buttons 02 The buttons used to control the device are perfect, and located in the bottom-right corner, making them easy to get to. Ports 03 There aren’t too many ports with this monitor; the HDMI and USB options, however, mean that it comes with the essentials. Monitor curve 04 The curve of the monitor is beautiful, and should you use it as a second monitor, the bend means it will look great. Screen 05 The screen is huge. Despite the somewhat limited resolution on the actual display, it’s big, bright and well-coloured.…

Publisher Phaidon Price £45.00 / $59.95 US Author John Pawson Release date Out now John Pawson has risen to fame as one of the world’s most celebrated minimalist architects, but he has a (not-so) secret talent too: photography. Pawson, who designed London’s Design Museum, to name but one of his many achievements, has published a number of photography books in his career, and in his latest, Spectrum, Pawson embarks on an exploration of colour in his own unique way. Following a short introduction, the book is simply a collection of photographs Pawson has taken in the last few years, all across the world. The photographs are cleverly organised in the order of the colour spectrum, starting with an entirely white photo before crossing the rainbow, so to speak, to finish…

Build the background I started by combining fiery stock photos to create an intriguing background that would look great, but not distract too much from the main subject who I added to the image next. Adding the subject Once the subject was placed onto the background, she was cut out with the Pen tool around the sides, and also Selective Color around the edges of the hair. Rose and effects The rose was added next, in addition to some more fire effects around the subject, before some worn textures were applied along the arms as well as down one side of the face. Camera Raw The Camera Raw filter was then applied to give more sharpness, clarity and tone to the finished image. It helps to give the picture a…