Cover image / Photoshop tutorial on how to incorporate metallic inks using MetalFX plug-ins. This was a collaboration with Mike Campau from Seventhstreet www.seventhstreetstudio.com. Mike created the 3D render and I added the special metallic print effects.
This Photoshop tutorial demonstrates how to create a Pop art masterpiece using images from vintage magazines. Junk shops, car boot sales or even your own attic can be an Aladdin's cave of material for this style of working.
This tutorial show you how to senselessly blend 3D models into 2D composites using Photoshop Extended. View the complete tutorial online at Digital Arts magazine
Another Pop art tutorial; this one shows a different technique combining Illustrator and Photoshop for distinctive, tongue-in-cheek style. View the complete tutorial online at Digital Arts magazine
This Illustrator CS2 tutorial explains how to take a two dimensional map into the third dimension using a perspective grid. Adobe's development team contacted me to expalin my techniques further, and sure enough Illustrator CS5 now has a Perspective Grid tool! View the complete tutorial online at Computer Arts Magazine
This tutorial covers the basics of Daz Studio, such as how to load a figure, apply injection morphs and adds props, then recreate a stylised poster from a bygone era using Photoshop. View the complete tutorial online at Digital Arts magazine
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This tutorial demonstrates how to illustrate a sensetive subject such as mental illness. The 3D scene was assembled with Poser and Cinema 4D, then polished off in Photoshop to add texture and depth. Premium subscribers can download the full tutorial at Psdtuts+
Fantasy maps are used extensively in role playing games. This tutorial uses Poser, Cinema 4D and Photoshop to conjure up the magical Kingdom of Nyan!. Premium subscribers can download the full tutorial at Psdtuts+
Photoshop cannot replicate the spontaneity of a paint splash or an ink splatter; and you won't find a happy accident tool – well not yet anyway! This tutorial combines real-world textures with digital techniques to create a mixed-medium illustration. Premium subscribers can download the full tutorial at Psdtuts+
Photoshop's Glass filter is often overlooked, but when used creatively, it's capable of creating some powerful and impressive visual effects. View the complete tutorial online at Digital Arts magazine
This Photoshop tutorial focuses on cinematic film poster techniques.
This tutorial uses stock images to create a mother earth inspired photo manipulation. Attention to detail and observing how light reacts in the real-world are the key factors when combing multiple photographs – all of which have different degrees of light, shadow and colour. Premium subscribers can download the full tutorial at Psdtuts+
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