There are several ways to smooth skin in Photoshop. All to often, however, skin can appear too smooth, fake, and synthetic. Today we will demonstrate a straightforward technique to help you smooth skin fairly quickly while preserving the texture of the pores. Let’s get started!

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Hi guys!

In this tutorial we are going to show you to create a dark grunge style portfolio. We will be using a few simple techniques to get the desired effect. We will go through the process how with just few stocks create very professional designing layout. Of course our main stock will be grunge texture that will add grungy effect to template.

As a result, we will get layered Psd file that can be easy coded to WordPress theme and lets you run your own unique portfolio blog. However, prior to the start, let’s see what we require for this layout.

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In this icon design tutorial we will learn how to make a sweet and tasty donut icon from an initial sketch. So let’s begin, and remember: don’t try to bite the screen!

Tutorial Details

* Program: Adobe Photoshop CS5
* Difficulty: Intermediate
* Estimated Completion Time: 3 Hours



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So, you’re about to have a public speech and need to support it with good-looking presentation slides? Today we’re going to learn how to do this by designing a PowerPoint presentation in Photoshop. The purpose of a presentation is to present information in best possible way.

Before you start with the design you need to know if your presentation is meant to entertain, inform, persuade or sell. In today’s tutorial I will show you how to design a PowerPoint presentation that needs to inform (of course) and show presenters creativity and diversity.

Tutorial Details

* Program: Adobe Photoshop
* Difficulty: Beginner
* Estimated Completion Time: 1 Hour

Let’s get started!



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Whether you are a seasoned veteran or are new to Photoshop, you are bound to come across swatches at some point. Swatches allow you to save and select colors so that you can quickly use them again in your workflow.

In today’s tutorial, we will demonstrate how to use swatches quickly and effectively in Photoshop.

Tutorial Details

* Program: Adobe Photoshop
* Difficulty: Beginner
* Estimated Completion Time: 10 Minutes

Let’s get started!



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Tilt-shift pictures are one of the neatest things you can do with a photograph. We know a lot of people that feel that way, but tilt-shift lenses can cost thousands of dollars.

Lucky enough for us, Photoshop comes with the capacity to execute this effect very well. The best part? It’s simple! With just a few adjustment layers and the all-important Lens Blur you can turn any photo into a miniaturized, highly stylized photograph.

Tutorial Details

* Program: Adobe Photoshop
* Difficulty: Beginner
* Estimated Completion Time: 20 Minutes

Let’s get started!



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In this tutorial, we will create a Polaroid camera icon. We will use lots of layer styles and draw manually with the brush tool to achieve a realistic appearance.

Tutorial Details

* Program: Adobe Photoshop
* Difficulty: Intermediate
* Estimated Completion Time: 2 Hours

Let’s get started!



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In this tutorial we are going to show you how to create a nice and clean 3D download button in Photoshop.

Along the way, we'll use different tools and apply unique styles to layers, in order to obtain a good-looking finished product. 3D buttons are a new trend in web design, made accessible by CSS3. There's no need to use pictures when coding a button, but only pure CSS, which is really awesome.

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In this tutorial we will show you the methods used to Create Abstract Shining Text Effect with Groovy Font in Photoshop. This is a beginner level tutorial with lots of tips and tricks about effective text manipulation.

Along the way we will show you a number of methods we use to create nice abstract effect to make the overall design look cool, as well as the use of slice tool to create your own stripe brush.

When you need postcard printing for a client, these skills can assist with the creative process.

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In this tutorial, we will show you the methods I use frequently in Quick and Effective Lighting and Decoration Tips for Photo Manipulation in Photoshop. This is a beginner level tutorial with lots of tips and tricks about effective photo manipulation.

Along the way, we will introduce how you can quickly add lighting effect, plus using Pen Tool to draw some basic lines for decoration (beginner proof), and some image adjustment techniques.

Professional printing services can turn these designs into effective marketing materials.

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