Archive for April, 2008
Create a Glowing Light Painting Effect
in Effects by FabioA few weeks ago a friend of mine had published an article on my blog about Light painting. I was really impressed by all the effects these guys can create taking photos with long exposures. Then I thought it would be a nice idea to do that in Photoshop. So in this tutorial I will show you an easy, and very fast way, to create a light painting in Photoshop.
Sergio Ordóñez Suánez Interview
in Inspiration by Sean HodgeSergio Ordóñez Suánez is an illustrator and artist who creates great characters, logos, mascots, and other designs, done predominately in Photoshop. He took his self-honed skills and turned them into a successful professional career. He has some great advice to share with us about developing as an artist, working with clients, and pursuing your passions. Let’s jump into the interview.
PSDTUTS is Looking for Another Regular Tutorial Writer
in News by Sean HodgeYes, we’re looking for another great regular writer. Do you posses the artistic talent to create outstanding Photoshop designs, while having the ability to explain all the steps that got you to that final image? If that sounds like you, then we would like to hear from you.
Create a Sleek, High-End Web Design from Scratch
in Interface by CollisIn this tutorial, we’ll put together a high-end Web design using a crisp, thin font, gorgeous background images, and clever use of space and layout. You can easily use the technique to create your own unique designs.
Then when you’re finished reading this tutorial, you can cross over to our sister site NETTUTS and follow along as we build the design into clean and simple HTML. OK let’s rock’n'roll!
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Working Within Limitations to Achieve Great Designs
in Designing by Sean HodgeLike haiku poets, we can embrace limitations and in so doing create beautiful designs. We can choose to understand the limitations of the mediums we work within. We can also impose artificial limitations by placing structured restrictions on our work in order to create unified successful designs. Let’s review some minimalist strategies for improving both: your design work and your bottom line.
The First PSDTUTS Contest Launches!
in News by Sean HodgeWe are launching the first contest here on PSDTUTS. We have some great submissions coming in regularly to the PSDTUTS Flickr Group. We’d like to honor some of these top submitters by showcasing their work on the PSDTUTS Web site and give a prize away to the entry that stands out from the crowd.
Creating X-Ray Style Images From Mechanical Objects
in Photo Effects by Johannes HenselerIn this tutorial, you will learn how to make an X-Ray image—you know, like you see in airport scanners. You’ll discover how these techniques could be applied to any mechanical object, or electronic device, like a digital camera. Additionally, you’ll learn about a nondestructive Camera Raw workflow.
2 Big Announcements!
in News by CollisThis week brings two big announcements for the site. First, I’m happy to welcome Sean Hodge officially as the site’s new editor. And secondly, I’m also pleased to tell you that PSDTUTS now has a sister-site at NETTUTS.com. Continue Reading
New Plus Tutorial - Designing a Family of Websites
in News by CollisI’ve added a new Plus Members–only tutorial today on designing Web sites, written by myself! The tutorial takes you through the process I went through to design a set of blog templates to build into WordPress. Continue Reading
The Role of Sketching in the Design Process
in Drawing by Sean HodgeAs a tool or skill, sketching has its role in the design process. That role will vary depending on the end-product being created, the size and scope of the project, the individual designer’s style, experience, and workflow, and the client’s expectations. Find out more about how sketching is used in the design process within multiple design disciplines.
