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5 Reasons to Use Layer Groups in Photoshop - 10 Minute Video
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
In this episode of The Complete Picture, Julieanne Kost demonstrates 5 ways to use Layer Groups to create special effects in Photoshop.
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Adobe Brings Photoshop Touch to Mobile Phones
FEBRUARY 27, 2013
Adobe today announced the immediate availability of a new version of Adobe Photoshop Touch, optimized for iPhone, iPod touch, and Android smart phones.
Inspired by the highly successful Photoshop Touch for tablets, the phone app brings core features of Photoshop desktop software to mobile devices and offers similar intuitive, touch-based gestures and features. Photoshop Touch for phone offers powerful new capabilities for smartphone users:
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Enhance images using popular Photoshop features such as layers, selection tools, filters, tonal and color adjustments
— Apply effects and add graphical text for endless creative possibilities
— Edit images as large as 12 megapixels with layers
— Combine images together quickly using the Scribble Selection feature, and easily refine your selection with the Refine Edge tool
— Automatically sync images to Adobe Creative Cloud with free 2GB of storage
Photoshop Touch for phone is integrated with Adobe Creative Cloud and includes access to 2GB of Creative Cloud storage with a free account. Users can sync photos and projects to Creative Cloud, and then continue working with the files from a tablet or Photoshop desktop software. Creative Cloud is a radical rethinking of the entire creative process and an industry-defining shift in creative expression and inspiration, where members can explore, create, publish and share their work across devices, the desktop and the Web. Visit Adobe Creative Cloud for more information.
Photoshop Touch for phone is immediately available in the Apple App Store and Google Play for US$4.99. For iOS devices, the app requires iOS 5, iPhone 4S and iPod touch 5th generation; Android phones must run Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or later.
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Deke’s Techniques: Creating a Pattern of Unique Inset Circles - Video Illustrator Tutorial
FEBRUARY 27, 2013
Deke shows you how to create a pattern of morphing, color-changing inset circles inside Adobe Illustrator. We’ll do this by blending multiple groups of circles. Then we’ll blend and re-blend those groups to get a couple of different iterations of the effect. To get started, follow along with Deke in this week’s free video.
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Lightroom 4.4 RC and Camera Raw 7.4 RC Now Available
FEBRUARY 27, 2013
Here's the latest release news: Lightroom 4.4 and Camera Raw 7.4 Release Candidates are now available on Adobe labs.
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How To Create A Surreal Image - Step-by-Step Photoshop Tutorial
FEBRUARY 22, 2013
From Photoshop Daily: How to create a surreal Photoshopped image. Recreate this breathtaking surreal image using Photoshop. Before starting this project, try finding an assortment of stocks and resources. The aim here is to create something fantastical while maintaining a level of realism.
But don’t be afraid to deviate or experiment with your own ideas. This tutorial is for intermediate users with excellent knowledge of using the tools provided in Photoshop. We recommend using a graphics tablet to speed up workflow.
Build the basic layout
Our model is from Dreamstime (image no: 13151452). Begin by clipping the model with your preferred extraction method, before pasting her into your background (we are using a pre-composited background from Dreasmtime, image no: 9324588). Cut out the mushroom to use later. Using a graphics tablet, paint over the moon and mushroom by selecting similar tones.
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Assembling Multiple Variations Into A Single Comp - Photoshop Video And Step-by-Step Tutorial
FEBRUARY 21, 2013
This week, Deke shows you how to assemble a single Adobe Photoshop composition, or comp, from the six Warhol–like image treatments we created with the last two techniques. Learn how to precisely align each image so that not a single pixel is clipped or singed. To get started, follow along with Deke in this week’s free video and use the companion text below to help with each step. Use the portraits you’ve assembled over the last two tutorials, use your own images, or work with the exercise files included with the course.
1. Start in Adobe Bridge by Shift-click-selecting all of your images. Choose Tools > Photoshop > Load Files into Photoshop Layers.
This method flattens each of the files and assigns it to an independent layer in Photoshop.
2. To give yourself more room to work, choose Image > Canvas Size. Deselect the Relative check box. Since there are six images and the plan is to place three of them in each row, you need to enlarge the image by 300 percent horizontally and 200 percent vertically. If you’re using a different number of images, you’ll need to adjust accordingly. Also make sure to click in the upper-left corner of the Anchor Matrix to expand the canvas in the correct direction.
3. Select the second image layer and choose the Move tool (V). This enables the Align menu in the panel options bar.
4. Click Align Bottom and then Align Horizontal.
5. Select the next image layer. Alternatively, press the Alt+ (Windows) or Option+ (Mac) shortcut to move down the layer stack. Use the Align horizontal centers for this layer.
6. Select both of the last two images and choose Align Right Edges from the options bar.
7. Press Ctrl+D (Windows) or Cmd+D (Mac) to deselect all layers and save your work.
This technique is good for combining any number of images, as long as they are the exact same size. Just remember to scale your canvas size by the number of photos you want to place vertically and horizontally.
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FEBRUARY 18, 2013
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Lightroom to Photoshop Workflow - Video Tutorial
FEBRUARY 18, 2013
In this episode of The Complete Picture, Julieanne reveals her Lightroom to Photoshop workflow used to create the still life “Cyclical”. Watch video.
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Download Free Edge Reflow, Responsive-Web Design Tool
FEBRUARY 16, 2013
Here is Edge Reflow. From John Nack: "Photoshop speaks a fundamentally different language from the web,” writes PM Jacob Surber. That’s great for many things, but Adobe’s new Edge Reflow—available to download now, for free—takes a different approach, creating designs that present themselves differently depending on device (phone, tablet, desktop).
Honesty in design: Edge Reflow itself is built using HTML, CSS and JavaScript, with the goal of helping web designers design for HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Our intention is to remove layers of abstractions, so designers can create for the web using the web.
Focus on standards: Edge Reflow will ONLY enable designers to create experiences that are compatible with the web. In some situations this can be limiting, but as the capabilities of the web changes, Reflow will evolve as well. Adobe has committed to contributing and advancing web standards. Our goal is to integrate that work, as experimental features, in our web tools such as Reflow.
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Free Creative Suite 6 Superguide From PhotoshopCafe
FEBRUARY 16, 2013
Following the huge success of the free CS4 and CS5 Superguide, PhotoshopCafe have just released the free 77-page CS6 Superguide eZine. All you need to do is sign up for their newsletter. The new features of most of the CS6 Products are covered in depth, with articles from industry leaders such as Jack Davis, Colin Smith, David Blatner, Janine Warner, Stephen Burns, Chana Messer, Weston Maggio and more. Everything is available in a single PDF that you can take with you. View on your laptop, iPad or iPhone, print it or store it online.
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Creating a series of Warhol-style variations - Video Tutorial And Step-by-Step
FEBRUARY 14, 2013
In this week’s installment of Deke’s Techniques, Deke shows you how to build a Warhol-style serigraph portrait of your valentine, whether it’s your main squeeze, your best bud, or your favorite furry friend. This technique combines last week’s effect with a new high-contrast color palette and luminescent highlights in Adobe Photoshop. Follow along with Deke in this week’s free video and use the companion text below to help with each step.
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Using The Repousse Tool In Photoshop - Step-by-Step Tutorial
FEBRUARY 12, 2013
From Photoshop Daily: Create 3D type in Photoshop using Repousse. The Repoussé Tool is super-effective at producing 3D lettering. We’ll show you how to operate options and mimics the look of glossy helium balloons. The bloated effect produced by the Inflate option within Repoussé, combined with the advanced reflections the 3D system enables, work together perfectly to achieve this cool effect.
The end result is something that couldn’t be achieved at the same level of refinement without using this Photoshop 3D option set. A decent level of understanding of Photoshop’s basic functions, such as layers and selections will also be needed to complete this tutorial.
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FEBRUARY 13, 2013
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Photoshop Extended integrates the state-of-the-art editing, compositing, and graphic design capabilities of Adobe Photoshop, and features advanced tools for 3D design, image and video editing.
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Using The Content-Aware Tools In Photoshop - Step-by-Step Tutorial
FEBRUARY 11, 2013
From Photoshop Daily: Leverage the power of Content-Aware technology to speed up your photo retouching. ( Download the image used in this tutorial to experiment with techniques learned.)
Bench removal
The goal in this project is to clean up the scene by removing the benches from the pier and the boats from the water. Begin by creating a copy of the background layer to work on. Roughly select the pier pavement and add a layer mask, this will ensure that only the pavement pixels are resampled. Create a new selection around one of the benches, being careful to include the shadows and bench edges. Then go to Edit>Fill and select Content-Aware for the use. Repeat the process for the other benches.
A little filter help
Delete the layer mask and evaluate the new bench-less pavement. The Content-Aware algorithm struggles to match the perspective pattern of the bricks on the pier. To help things match up, go to Filter>Vanishing Point. Draw out a plane to match up with the pier, then grab the Clone tool within the vanishing point window. Hold down Opt/Alt to set a source point and watch the cursor overlay to help align the Clone brush. Use this to clone out the pavement areas that are obviously out of perspective.
Boats be gone
Zoom in on the background area to get a close look at the boats and buoys. The small buoys are an easy task for the Spot Healing brush when set to Content-Aware. Use a brush radius slightly larger than the dark dots and a single click will remove each of them. The boats can be easily removed using the Patch tool with its Content-Aware option. Select a boat outline and then drag the selection to another area of the horizon to define a sample point. When released, the boat will seamlessly disappear.
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Adobe Edge Tools and Services in 5 Minutes - Video Tutorial
FEBRUARY 08, 2013
Want to learn more about Adobe Edge tools? Watch this quick 5 minute video: Adobe Edge Tools and Services in 5 Minutes, which includes info on Edge Animate.
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Photoshop Extended integrates the state-of-the-art editing, compositing, and graphic design capabilities of Adobe Photoshop, and features advanced tools for 3D design, image and video editing. Photoshop and Photoshop Extended can be purchased as stand-alone applications, as components of the Adobe Creative Suite family, or as part of Adobe's new Creative Cloud offering. Upgrade pricing is also available to eligible customers.
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25 Photoshop Secrets To Improve Your Skills - 25 Tips and Tricks
FEBRUARY 07, 2013
Here's a good bunch of helpful tips from Creative Bloq: 25 Photoshop secrets to improve your skills. Photoshop is an amazing bit of software that many designers use on a daily basis. It's such a flexible bit of kit that you could spend a week learning new features, and still have only scratched the surface of what's possible.
Once you've overcome the beginners' learning curve, however, there are some real gems hidden inside Photoshop that can help you speed up your work and get more out for less effort. Here we've rounded up 25 of the best Photoshop secrets to help sharpen your skills and improve your productivity.
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Creating a Warhol-style Silkscreen Effect - Video and Step-by-Step Tutorial
FEBRUARY 06, 2013
Warhol became famous in part for his brilliant, high-contrast and high-color renderings of famous figures like Marilyn Monroe, Elvis, and even Mao Zedong. In this week’s Deke’s Techniques video, learn how to add an Andy Warhol-like treatment to your favorite portrait.
Deke shows you how to avoid inferior automated effects by building your own in Adobe Photoshop, complete with canvas texture and midtones. Follow along with Deke in this week’s free video and use the companion text below to help with each step.
1. Start by converting your image to a high-contrast black-and-white version by applying a Black & White adjustment layer. Choose the High Contrast Red Filter from the Black & White presets.
2. Increase the contrast of the image by applying a Levels adjustment. Increase the black-and-white points using the histogram.
3. Add texture to the image using a new layer filled with an image like plain-woven fabric or crumpled paper, or use the exercise files provided by Deke.
4. Make the texture appear more organic by choosing Edit > Free Transform and entering Warp mode. Use the handles provided to change the angles of the texture.
5. Change the blend mode of the texture layer to Overlay.
6. Select the Brush tool to start painting in the color. Choose a variety of different vivid colors to paint the eyelids, lips, hair, and so on. And here’s a pro tip: reduce the Spacing value to make sure the brush strokes are applied smoothly.
7. Select the image layer and change the blend mode to Multiply to merge the layer effects.
8. Finally, add a border to your image to make it a bit more authentic.
To learn about a whole other set of Warhol-style treatments (six, in fact), tune in next week. And as always, members of lynda.com can view the entire Deke’s Techniques collection in our library. You can get a free 7-day trial to the lynda.com Online Training Library. The trial membership entitles you to 7 days of access to all 986 courses in the lynda.com Online Training Library for free. Click sign up on the subscription plan of your choice to get started.
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Viewing And Zooming Images In Photoshop CS6 - 2 Video Tutorials
FEBRUARY 05, 2013
Here are two Photoshop CS6 (free trial) video tutorials, Changing the Photoshop view and Working with the Zoom tool.
Changing the Photoshop view
The best way to work on your images in Adobe Photoshop is to work in the best view, and this video will show how to get the best view for the job at hand.
Working with the Zoom tool
Have you ever worked on an image, and wished it were a bit bigger? Well, that's what the Zoom tool is for, and this video will show you some creative touches to this standard Photoshop tool.
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FEBRUARY 05, 2013
Current Creative Suite users - Save 40% off the first year on Adobe Creative Cloud.
Offer available to all registered users of individual products and suites, CS3 or later. Not available for education or volume licensing customers.
With Adobe Creative Cloud, a simple monthly membership gives you the entire collection of CS6 tools and more. Love print? Interested in websites and iPad apps? Ready to edit video? You can do it all. Plus, Creative Cloud members automatically get access to new products and exclusive updates as soon as they’re released. And, with cloud storage and the ability to sync to any device, your files are always right where you need them. Creative Cloud is available for individuals or teams.
Download A 30-day Free Trial Of Any Adobe Creative Suite
Photoshop Extended integrates the state-of-the-art editing, compositing, and graphic design capabilities of Adobe Photoshop, and features advanced tools for 3D design, image and video editing.
Photoshop and Photoshop Extended can be purchased as stand-alone applications, as components of the Adobe Creative Suite family, or as part of Adobe's new Creative Cloud offering. Upgrade pricing is also available to eligible customers.
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Photoshop CS6 Video Tutorial - Background Save And Autorecover
FEBRUARY 04, 2013
Photoshop CS6 (free trial) now includes powerful features in backup and autorecovery. From changing the frequency between background saving to working while you save an image, these tools will prove to be invaluable and time efficient for creative artists. Watch video.
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Photoshop Extended integrates the state-of-the-art editing, compositing, and graphic design capabilities of Adobe Photoshop, and features advanced tools for 3D design, image and video editing.
Photoshop and Photoshop Extended can be purchased as stand-alone applications, as components of the Adobe Creative Suite family, or as part of Adobe's new Creative Cloud offering. Upgrade pricing is also available to eligible customers.
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Photoshop CS6 Video Tutorial - Creating Custom Workspaces
FEBRUARY 02, 2013
Adobe Photoshop boasts tons of panels and features... But do you really need them all open at the same time? This video tutorial shows you how to create workspaces that reduce the clutter, and help you get the job done. (Free trial of PS CS6)
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the 30-day Photoshop free trial, or a trial of any Adobe product, including the Master Collection. See our Photoshop CS6 Tutorials Page for a collection of free tutorials and videos. Visit the Adobe Coupons & Special Offers Page to see the latest deals from Adobe. Get up to 80% off at the Adobe Education Store.
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Perfect Photo Suite 7 Premium Edition Upgrade for Nik Customers - $149.95
FEBRUARY 01, 2013
The Perfect Photo Suite 7 Premium Edition Upgrade for Nik Customers is now available from onOne Software. Customers who own Color Efex Pro, Silver Efex Pro, HDR Efex Pro, Dfine, Viveza, Sharpener Pro, or the Nik Software Complete Collection may purchase the Perfect Photo Suite 7 Premium Edition for only $149.95.
This upgrade offer is only available for the purchase of the Perfect Photo Suite 7 Premium Edition. Customers will be asked to verify the Nik Software product they have upon purchase. This offer will be valid for a limited time and may not be combined with any other offer or discount.
Download A 30-day Free Trial Of Any Adobe Creative Suite
Photoshop Extended integrates the state-of-the-art editing, compositing, and graphic design capabilities of Adobe Photoshop, and features advanced tools for 3D design, image and video editing.
Photoshop and Photoshop Extended can be purchased as stand-alone applications, as components of the Adobe Creative Suite family, or as part of Adobe's new Creative Cloud offering. Upgrade pricing is also available to eligible customers.
Download
the 30-day Photoshop free trial, or a trial of any Adobe product, including the Master Collection. See our Photoshop CS6 Tutorials Page for a collection of free tutorials and videos. Visit the Adobe Coupons & Special Offers Page to see the latest deals from Adobe. Get up to 80% off at the Adobe Education Store.
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Photoshop Video Tutorial - Organizing Photoshop CS6 Panels
FEBRUARY 01, 2013
With all the panels in Adobe Photoshop (30-day free trial), it's sometimes difficult to quickly get to where you want to go. Infinite Skills author Andy Anderson shows you how to organize your panels to get the best mix for the job at hand.
Download A 30-day Free Trial Of Any Adobe Creative Suite
Photoshop Extended integrates the state-of-the-art editing, compositing, and graphic design capabilities of Adobe Photoshop, and features advanced tools for 3D design, image and video editing.
Photoshop and Photoshop Extended can be purchased as stand-alone applications, as components of the Adobe Creative Suite family, or as part of Adobe's new Creative Cloud offering. Upgrade pricing is also available to eligible customers.
Download
the 30-day Photoshop free trial, or a trial of any Adobe product, including the Master Collection. See our Photoshop CS6 Tutorials Page for a collection of free tutorials and videos. Visit the Adobe Coupons & Special Offers Page to see the latest deals from Adobe. Get up to 80% off at the Adobe Education Store.
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onOne Software Announces Availability of New Standard Editions of Perfect B&W, Perfect Effects, Perfect Mask, and Perfect Portrait
JANUARY 31, 2013
onOne has released Standard Editions of Perfect B&W, Perfect Effects 4, Perfect Portrait 2, and Perfect Mask 5.2. Designed for photographers of all skill levels to enhance, stylize, and improve images, these Standard Editions work as standalone applications and allow for direct photo editing without the need for additional software such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, or Apple Aperture.
All Standard Editions of Perfect B&W, Perfect Effects 4, Perfect Mask 5.2, and Perfect Portrait 2 are now available from onOne Software. Each of these Standard Editions may be purchased for $29.95 and delivered via download. Complimentary email and online technical support are available with purchase, along with 90 days of live phone technical support. Free 30-day trials of each Standard Edition are also currently available.
Photos open directly through the Standard Edition browser. One-click effects, presets, or automated adjustments may be applied to create new looks, solve problems, or act as starting points for creative inspiration. Designed by professional photographers, each product includes the best tools that address specific digital photography needs and assist with the creation of the most popular and sought-after looks seen today. With these powerful tools, photographers of all skill levels can enhance and stylize all of their photos quickly, solve today’s most common digital photography problems, and get professional level results easily.
Perfect B&W converts images to black and white and offers dozens of expertly crafted presets that replicate both traditional and contemporary processing techniques. Additional tools are also available to adjust tone, contrast, and more.
Perfect Effects 4 includes instant-click and paint-in photographic effects that allow users to create unique new looks—from subtle to dramatic—for their images. The Standard Edition includes a library of more than 295 effects that can be browsed through and previewed on the image being worked on, offering inspiration on what stylistic path to take.
Perfect Mask 5.2 removes and replaces backgrounds. Powerful tools make selecting subjects and isolating backgrounds for removal extraordinarily accurate—even around tough subjects like hair, tree branches, and glass.
Perfect Portrait 2 makes portrait retouching fast and easy. With Perfect Portrait 2, users can improve skin texture, remove blemishes, even out skin tones, and enhance eyes and teeth with natural and realistic results.
The Standard Editions of Perfect B&W, Perfect Effects 4, Perfect Mask 5.2, and Perfect Portrait 2, work as standalone applications on Macintosh and Windows computers. Delivery method is via download only.
Download A 30-day Free Trial Of Any Adobe Creative Suite
Photoshop Extended integrates the state-of-the-art editing, compositing, and graphic design capabilities of Adobe Photoshop, and features advanced tools for 3D design, image and video editing.
Photoshop and Photoshop Extended can be purchased as stand-alone applications, as components of the Adobe Creative Suite family, or as part of Adobe's new Creative Cloud offering. Upgrade pricing is also available to eligible customers.
Download
the 30-day Photoshop free trial, or a trial of any Adobe product, including the Master Collection. See our Photoshop CS6 Tutorials Page for a collection of free tutorials and videos. Visit the Adobe Coupons & Special Offers Page to see the latest deals from Adobe. Get up to 80% off at the Adobe Education Store.
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Using 3D Tools in Photoshop CS6 Extended - Video Tutorial
JANUARY 30, 2013
Photoshop expert Howard Pinsky gives an overview of the 3D tools in Photoshop CS6 Extended (30-day free trial of PSCS6 Extended), showing how to extrude live text, apply textures, and control lighting effects.
If you're new to working in 3D, the wealth of tools, panels, and options might be a bit overwhelming at first. You probably wouldn't want to jump in without and expert to guide you. So Photoshop expert Howard Pinsky is here to show you the ropes and give a sample of what you can do with 3D in Photoshop CS6 Extended.
Download A 30-day Free Trial Of Any Adobe Creative Suite
Photoshop Extended integrates the state-of-the-art editing, compositing, and graphic design capabilities of Adobe Photoshop, and features advanced tools for 3D design, image and video editing.
Photoshop and Photoshop Extended can be purchased as stand-alone applications, as components of the Adobe Creative Suite family, or as part of Adobe's new Creative Cloud offering. Upgrade pricing is also available to eligible customers.
Download
the 30-day Photoshop free trial, or a trial of any Adobe product, including the Master Collection. See our Photoshop CS6 Tutorials Page for a collection of free tutorials and videos. Visit the Adobe Coupons & Special Offers Page to see the latest deals from Adobe. Get up to 80% off at the Adobe Education Store.
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The Photoshop Blog - Earlier Posts
SEE OUR JANUARY 2013 BLOG INDEX for all the January posts on one page, or pick the individual news stories from the links below. The Photoshop Blog offers the latest Photoshop news and software updates, Photoshop tips and tutorials, and random thoughts from graphic artist and Photoshop expert Jennifer Apple.
PHOTOSHOP NEWS — JANUARY 2013
25- Using 3D Tools in Photoshop CS6 Extended - Video Tutorial
24- Drawing An ISOTYPE Couple In Love - Video Tutorial
23- Photoshop CS6 Creative Cloud: New Features Workshop - 4 Free Clips
22- Photoshop Artist in Action: Tim Grey's "Abandoned Farmhouse" Learn How to Produce - 3 Free Clips
21- Adobe’s Touch Apps Are Dead? Replacing Adobe Touch Apps
20- Photoshop Tutorial - Applying Smart Objects to Multiple Filters in Photoshop
19- How To Create An Optical Illusion - Video Tutorial
18- Photoshop 13.0.4 Update For CS6 - MAC Retina Display Update
17- Photoshop CS6 Text Workshop - 4 Free Clips
16- 30 Free Retro And Vintage Effect Photoshop Actions
15- Creating Composites in Photoshop - Consistently Produce Top-Quality Images - 6 Free Clips
14- Displaying A Photograph Within A Shape In Photoshop - Tutorial
13- Photoshop Levels Tool - 6 Pro Tricks - Tutorial
12- Free Textures - Noisy Blocks
11- How to Create a Transparent Logo for Watermarks in Overlays - Video Tutorial
06- Create A 2013 Hexagonal Calendar In Illustrator
05- Fluid Mask Pro Cutout Plugin Updated - Plus 33% Off All Versions
04- How To Add Custom Keyboard Shortcuts to Workspaces in Photoshop
03- Create Colorful Collages In Photoshop Tutorial: Part 2
02- Create Colorful Collages In Photoshop Tutorial: Part 1
01- January 2013 Newsletter
See Earlier Posts From The Photoshop Blog - JANUARY 2013.
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Photoshop Masking Plugin Fluid Mask 3 - Price Drop And Exclusive $20 Instant Discount - Now Only $129
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