Original image
step 1 of 8
the first step was to separate the turtle from the background using the pen tool.
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step 2 of 8
Instead of using a second source img. I decided to try and make my own sand.
I created an empty layer then used the gradient tool.
I created an empty layer then used the gradient tool.
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step 3 of 8
I then copied the layer and used the grain filter on the sprinkle setting with med.high contrast
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step 4 of 8
then I tried different blend modes and hue and saturation adjustments to get my working sand
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step 5 of 8
the next step was to change the turtle. First I made a copy then I used the emboss filter and I'll use this layer to bring out the details when change the turtle to sand
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step 6 of 8
now I'm ready to change the background and the turtle to sand. by changing them both together I can adjust the color so the turtle doesnt get lost in the background but still has the proper hue
I combined the layers from the previous steps to get the look I wanted
I combined the layers from the previous steps to get the look I wanted
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step 7 of 8
Next created two empty layers then used the burn tool to scuff the sand up around the turtle
step 8 of 8
The final step was to add shadows and use the burn tool to increase detail on the turtle
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Final result
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