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Jul 17, 2006 in Web Layout

Round Glassy Buttons

An interface would never be complete without the little buttons that appear to be made of glass. This tutorial will show you how.

Jul 14, 2006 in Text Effects

Editor's Pick in Photoshop Tutorials, July 2006
Give the headings and titles of your Web site that Superman look. This is a great tutorial that will show you everything you need to know in order to make your site just as strong and fast as the man in blue and red.

Jul 14, 2006 in Text Effects

Chrome Effect

The essential chrome effect, don't leave home without it. This works on any object, not just text.

Jul 13, 2006 in Textures & Patterns

Collaging in Photoshop

This is another highly requested tutorial. How to make wood texture in Photoshop. Well this method is totally original. At least I have never seen it anywhere before.

Jul 13, 2006 in Textures & Patterns

Brushed Metal Texture

How to create a texture that simulates brushed metal in only a few steps. This is the same metal used on Apples Panther.

Jul 12, 2006 in Textures & Patterns

Realistic Rock in Photoshop

How to create a quick rock Background in Photoshop. It's surprising how you can create stunning photorealistic rock and stone texture so easily.

Jul 12, 2006 in Text Effects

Outline Text in Photoshop

Here is a fun little tutorial that will show you how to make chrome outlines around your text. Have fun and experiment!

Jun 14, 2006 in Drawing Techniques

Paving Your Way in Photoshop

Since I am best known for my Photo realistic Photoshop techniques, I think its time for me to show you how to create something. We are going to create a realistic cobblestone path in Photoshop.

Oct 13, 2005 in Web Layout

Segmented Pipes

Here is my Version of the ever popular Segmented Pipes. A staple for interfaces.
1. Create a new layer and make a retangular selection.
2. Select the linear gradient tool and the copper gradient.
3. Drag from the top to the bottom of the selection, you now have a copper pipe....

Oct 13, 2005 in Text Effects

How to Carve Your Mark

Heres a tutorial that will how you how to carve your mark. This is so simple it should be illegal. <br/> 1. Start with the background. This is one I made using a couple of gradients. <br/> 2. Add a new layer with your type on it. <br/> 3. Duplicate your background layer. Press Ctrl/Cmd+J...

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