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19 Photoshop Tutorials for Advanced Graphic Designers Khurram Alvi 20th July 2011 Graphic Design, Tutorials 2 Comments Publishing Policy Many people out there can use Photoshop but only a few can call themselves gurus. If you learn all the tricks, techniques and methods given in the tutorials below, you’ll definitely be well on your way to becoming a guru. Rather than focusing on levels, for instance tuts for beginners, intermediates or advanced users, we’ve solely concentrated on the ones which produce amazing, jaw dropping effects. The tutorials are useful and easy to follow, but require a little bit of prior experience and knowledge. 1. Stretch 3D Effect This tutorial has taken things one step further. Stretching a line of pixel creates a tried-and-tested and a very impressive visual effect. It introduces an exciting 3D element. This tutorial can be categorized as “Simple but yet Effective”. 2. Manipulate Simple Image Into a Flooded City Scene This tutorial is about manipulating a simple image into a torrentially flooded wasteland. The 15 simple but very detailed and effective steps are very nicely explained and the end result is nothing short of amazing. 3. Beautiful Plexi Text Effect The tutorial is about creating an amazingly beautiful, multi-layered and semi transparent text effect with Perspex like quality. No files are required for this tutorial; you just need to follow the guidelines and instructions. 4. Different Light &amp; Glow Effects This Photoshop tutorial is covering the multiple different light and glow effects. There are several different effects that can be learned, each one better than the last. Become the guru of light and glow effect on Photoshop <a href="http://www.bootsuksale.com"><strong>timberland boots uk</strong></a> via this very effective tutorial. 5. Mastering 3D Text Effects Due to the latest release of Photoshop extended, the 3D effects are going to get even more popular. This tutorial is about using masking gradients, lines, layers and tools to turn any 3D text piece into something more colorful and commercial. 6. Realistic Water Reflection If the methods in this tutorial are mastered, you’ll be able to employ the tricks and techniques learned into number of different projects. A very versatile and useful tutorial. The method used to create the ripples effect is “filtered and displacement map”. 7. Aging a Woman’s Face This tutorial is basically about showing you how to go about aging a woman’s face in Photoshop. Yes, it can be a lot of fun, but more often than not, you will just end up with a saggy version of the original photo. Follow the well explained steps in this tutorial for a very realistic end result. 8. Artistic Watercolor Effect Menu This tutorial is about creating an artistic and creative CSS list menu. 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Graffiti There are many tutorials going around presenting ways to produce “wackiest” graffiti effects, but do not produce authentic results. Here is a tutorial with the desired end result. It is illegal to spray graffiti on walls, but not when it’s done on Photoshop. 12. A Slow Motion Bullet Shot Effect It is a detailed and lengthy tutorial consisting of 47 steps, not easy to master by any means, but it definitely has to be one of the best. It’s about how to make bullet shot effect. As long as you are aware of liquefier and know how to select an area with the pen tool, you should be all right. 13. Abstract Watercolor In this tutorial we will be making use of layer masking as it is the best way to get a watercolor effect. This tut will properly teach you the technique on how to transform an image into an abstract watermark. 14. Glass Ball In this tutorial we will go through 9 steps on how to create an impressive looking glass ball. 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Mold a Paint Splatter to a Face This tutorial is about splattering paint brushes in Photoshop and applying them to a face. It is very satisfying splattering paint on to somebody’s face, but it is very likely to get punched as a result. You’ll find this effect pop up in all types of ads. 18. Super Cool Watercolor Effect In this tutorial you will be utilizing water color brushes and masks to produce an eye catching image. You will be pleasantly surprised by what you can achieve in this small and useful tutorial of just 10 steps. 19. 3D Text Photo Manipulation If you really want to learn how to superimpose a 3D object of any type in to natural surroundings, then follow this tutorial. Using 3D text is not imperative but it looks great when used.