Archive for April, 2008
Design a Cartoon Grunge Web site Layout
in Interface by Chan Kai LoonLearn how to add a worn look that works well with cartoon-style graphics. Different flavors of grunge styles are popular all over the Web right now. Learn a unique approach to wear and tear that you can incorporate into your next Web site design.
Part II: How to Add Flaming Decals to a Modern Car Design
in Photo Effects by Kyle PeroThis tutorial will explain the steps needed to turn this boring Prius into an awesome street racer. This tutorial is aimed at intermediate users of Photoshop, those who know most of its basic tools and how to use them. This is Part II of a two-part series. Get situated comfortably in your chair, as we pick this series up from where we left off.
Part I: How to Add Flaming Decals to a Modern Car Design
in Photo Effects by Kyle PeroThis tutorial will explain the steps needed to turn this boring Prius into an awesome street racer. This tutorial is aimed at intermediate users of Photoshop, those who know most of its basic tools and how to use them. This is Part I of a two-part series.
Inspiration: Stars, Planets, and Galaxies
in Inspiration by Sean HodgeWe’ve gathered some resources that will inspire you to look to the sky and beyond. This article will have you grabbing a telescope or heading over to NASA. Learn about the recent rage in space-style effects in design. Take a look at artists that have been working in this field long before Apple branded Leopard with such cool space imagery and lighting effects.
Create a Powerful Mental Wave Explosion Effect
in Effects by FabioIn this tutorial, I will show you how to create a crazy explosion, like a mix of Magneto’s ability with Peter Petrelli’s power. We will use images and filters to produce this wave explosion effect. Even though it may look like a difficult tutorial, it’s really not that hard.
7 Principles of Effective Icon Design
in Articles by Sean HodgeBefore approaching icon design, there are some guidelines and principles that are worth studying. If you want to create effective icon designs, then you should take a holistic approach to issues such as audience, size, simplicity, lighting, perspective, and style. This article gives you a good starting place for creating icons that work well together and fit seamlessly within your designs.
Enhance Your Ad Designs with 3D Splashes
in Photo Effects by Alessandro GiglioIn this tutorial, I’ll show you a creative process that gets you using your crazy brain. The workflow for creating the splashes involves taking photographs of thrown paint. Through photography you can capture amazing 3D images without the need for 3D software. Learn to make a splash in your next design.
Web Ads via BuySellAds.com
in News by CollisA quick announcement today: we’re switching our advertising over to a new system via the recently-launched BuySellAds.com. Previously, I’d been running a little ad network between four of our sites—FlashDen, FreelanceSwitch, FaveUp and PSDTUTS. But now thanks to this new service, it’s all fully automated. Continue Reading
Create a High-Gloss Graduation Hat Icon Design
in Designing by Constantin PotoracPhotoshop is great to use for creating quality icon designs. In this tutorial, I will teach you how to make a professional, shiny, clean graduation hat icon. The techniques in this tutorial will help you graduate to the next level in icon design.
Tools & Tips: Photoshop Brushes
in Tools & Tips by Sean HodgeEver wanted to understand the details of creating and using Photoshop brushes, but didn’t know where to begin? Then look no further! This article has a combination of both creative and practical resources on Photoshop brushes. Get started with learning the ins and outs of Photoshop brushes.
