Graphic Design

Since I added the

LittleLines.com

website to my Featured Sites list, I’ve had a few of you ask for a lesson on creating a similar website navigation concept in Photoshop, so In this tutorial I’ll show you how to create a clean navigation layout based on the...

Graphic Design

In this second installment we’ll take the pattern created in

Complex Repeating Patterns Part I

and use it to create a heavy damask fabric by adding layer styles and a few unique layers.

Step 1

If you didn’t download the source file for Part I and...

Graphic Design

I received an overwhelming response to the

Creating Custom Patterns

and

Hero Header Part I

tutorials asking for a comprehensive tutorial on creating complex repeating patterns, especially the heavy damask style that I have such an obvious affinity for. This one is...

Graphic Design

It seems like everywhere I look these days designers are using more and more handmade objects in their work. From pencil sketches and fabric scans to paper scraps and household odds and ends these items are making their way into our work. In this Photoshop tutorial...

Photo Effects

In this Photoshop tutorial I’ll show you how to create an Alpha Channel using the Calculations dialog and we’ll use it to get a really great abstract photo effect.

Step 1

Lets get started by taking a quick look at the photo we’ll be applying this...

Graphic Design

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In this Photoshop tutorial you’ll learn to add depth to a two dimensional layout using simple shadows and highlights.

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Step 1

Lets jump right in and...

Graphic Design

In this Photoshop tutorial I’ll show you how to create Windows Vista icons using a few basic layers, creative layer styles and some web 2.0 gradients.

I’ve had a few requests for icons like this, so here you go folks!

Step 1

Lets first take a look at...

Graphic Design

In this Photoshop tutorial we’ll be creating a highway sign and post using custom shapes, selections, layer styles and a little creative gradient work.

To begin, let me say this tutorial will move a little quicker than some of the previous ones with a little less...

Graphic Design

In this Photoshop tutorial we will be creating a Levi’s style copper rivet while learning a little bit about creating compound bevel Layer Styles. I’m sure there are probably some cool digital scrapbooking ideas this can be used with, or perhaps a website concept...

Graphic Design

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In this Photoshop tutorial we will explore the wonderful world of repeating patterns while creating one from scratch using a Photoshop Custom Shape.

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Those of you who’ve been here before have probably noticed my affinity for elaborate...