Here we will create some thin flowing lines that look as if they emit light. This technique is fairly simple and is a great way to create an abstract wallpaper or looks good integrated into another image. This tutorial will mainly explore the brush engine and you will also learn how to create custom brushes and use them effectively, combined with some interesting layer styles.

Abstract 3D objects is something that we are seeing more and more in graphic design so I thought it would be good to learn how to create a cool looking design using an abstract render and let you see how simple it is to create a full piece of art in this way. I’ll be using lots of simple techniques so anyone should be able to follow it.

This tutorial will be showing you how to design a snowboard deck. We’re going to start with a template then use tech styles and 3D renders to make a design that really stands out. If you’re into snowboarding you can even make this into a full size design and get it printed.

I wanted to write a tutorial showing how to reproduce some of the really common elements, regularly found in graphic design these days, almost cliche elements. In doing so you’ll produce a stunning piece of art. This will be a two part tutorial and part two will be up within the next few weeks. This is a useful tutorial for users of all levels.

Create this simple poster created with layers of photos and brushes. In this Photoshop tutorial, you will learn how to use a combination of Photoshop brushes, stock images and some really cool adjustments to create this contemporary poster. Go and give it a try!

It’s fair enough learning some good Photoshop skills but putting them into practice to create good designs is what is important. Through this tutorial I’ll be teaching you how to create this cool looking poster design using some real simple techniques. We’ll be learning how to use different types of brushes effectively and also stock images.

In this tutorial, we’ll be creating an iPhone app promotional site in Adobe Photoshop. This tutorial will cover techniques such as adding color, texture, images, and effects to polish off this design in Photoshop. We’ll use some interesting elements, like iPhone imagery and a stylish aurora vector background illustration. We’ll finish up with a professional site design ready to get coded! Let’s get to it!

In this tutorial we learn some original Photoshop techniques through the creation of a CD cover. Some useful methods of enhancing workflow and efficiency are shown like using smart objects. The image we are creating will be in the style of some of the Ministry of Sound CD’s. We will explore a creative use of the displace filter in order to distort some of the image.

You’ve probably all seen the new Photoshop CS5 splash screen; it almost looks like bright folded blue paper with text overlayed onto it. In this tutorial I’ll teach you how to create a similar type of effect using a letter or number. You’ll learn some awesome techniques. Give it a go!

When you create a print advertisement, it’s important that all the elements of your composition are geared towards selling a product and promoting a brand. This tutorial will demonstrate how to create a refreshing beer themed poster design in Photoshop. Let’s get to it!

Here we’ll learn how to create an abstract photo manipulation that looks like you’ve just painted the subject, I’ve included lots of useful techniques for creating impressive abstract pieces. I’ve tried to keep this simple but if you don’t understand any steps then just skip it as not all of them are compulsory.

In this great Adobe Photoshop tutorial you will learn how to make a clean and simple watercolor design studio layout for a blog. You will learn some great tips about general web design, some watercolor effect techniques and how to implement some subtle transparency into your layouts.

The Warp feature in Photoshop can be a powerful tool if you know how to use it correctly. In this tutorial the author will demonstrate how to combine a few stock images to create a magical flaming heart illustration that looks so impressive. Let’s get started!

In this graphic design tutorial, it’ll show you how to create a poster with light grunge features centered around a Nike shoe. Graphics designers are often asked to work on advertisement campaigns, small firms generally contract out a single graphic designer and give them detailed instructions on how create their ad poster design. Anyway let’s get going!

For whatever reason it is always fun to create composite images that use star fields as a backdrop. Star fields have a unique ability to make a composition look mysterious and even magical. In this tutorial it will demonstrate how to create a 4-piece stardust composition using textures and masks. Let us get started!

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to combine the power of the pen tool with some patterns and shapes to create an awesome illustration. Designer Bram Vanhaeren will walk you through his technique for working at print quality, using various compositional techniques to achieve a creative result. You’ll also learn some great tips for workflow, along with learning a variety of skills that you can apply in your own design works.

In this tutorial, you’ll learn the steps and techniques involved in creating a brilliant product advertisement. You’ll start with a stock image of an Adidas shoe, extract it from the background, then combine it with various photostocks to create a liquifying product advertisement. You’ll learn how to build around a given product, and how to integrate branding into the design work. Let’s get started!

In this tutorial, Joe Moore will teach you step by step how to render beautiful and visually sharp 3d text in 3D Studio Max, render it using Mental Ray, and then combine it with additional visual elements to create an atmospheric, nature inspired 3D text composition using Photoshop. If you don’t have 3D Studio Max, fear not, for a beautiful PNG render is included so you can still follow the Photoshop section. This tutorial is definitely worth reading!

Sometimes, all it takes to create a stunning piece of art is a stock photo, a bit of creativity, a great idea, and some time. This tutorial will demonstrate how to create a piece of art titled; “Beauty of Gold.” Let’s get started!

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to take a line art sketch of text and turn it into a 3D graffiti style text effect using some simple techniques and stock images. You’ll learn how to take a concept, add the initial coloring, then use some well placed images to achieve a 3D effect, then finally use some brushes to add awesome extra effects.