Sharpen and Blur Selectively in Photoshop
Think locally, not globally. Learn how to selectively blur the background of an image while keeping the subject in focus by using a layer mask.
Halftone Dots in Adobe Illustrator
Learn an quick, easy method for making a gradated dot pattern that can be used as an art brush to create backgrounds, effects, etc.
The Mystery of the Disappearing Lines
I recently got a call from a student who was having a big problem drawing lines with the Line tool (\). He clicked-and-dragged with the ...
Improving Landscape Photographs with Lightroom
Lightroom lets us fix problems in our photos in the RAW file conversion process by using fine-tuned controls for color and tone mapping.
Customizing Text with the Pen Tool in Photoshop
There’s an entire universe of typefaces available for your design and typographical needs, but some projects call for a letterform that’s a bit more customized ...
Using the Paragraph Palatte in Illustrator
Most people know Illustrator for its drawing abilities, but it’s also a powerhouse when it comes to working with text.
Creating a Title Sequence with After Effects 7
Using a combination of type, 3D layers, repetitive expressions, parenting, and masking, a very striking title sequence can be created from a very few elements.