Based on PSD Vault tutorial: Leafy Face Photo manipulation
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A really fun tutorial where composition is in focus. Links to the resources used in the tutorial are provided.
Based on Photoshop Training Channel Tutorial "Compositing 3D Models Into Photographs Using Photoshop"
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The Photoshop Training Channel tutorials are really, really good. They have all the necessary details and are explained very well. Jesús Ramirez gives general tips here and there also. He just doesn't say "do this, then do this". He explains why and this makes these tutorials so educational.
This is the introduction to the video tutorial, which outlines what the tutorial covers:
In today’s tutorial I’m going to show you how you can use Photoshop CC’s 3D features to create a realistic composite between a 3D model and a Photograph.
You’ll learn how to place the 3D model in the right perspective and how to apply materials to the various pieces of geometry. Then you’ll learn to use IBLs (Image Based Lights) to help illuminate the scene and create reflections.
We’ll finish off the tutorial by using adjustment layers to adjust the brightness and color of the 3D model, and to create lights to further enhance this image.
After watching this tutorial, you will be well equipped with the knowledge to import 3D models into Photoshop and composite them in into your own Photographs.
Based on Blue Lightning Video Tutorial: Dynamic, Retro, Constructivist-style, Text Poster
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This was an interesting and well-explained tutorial that incorporates Wordle, an online tool for generating “word clouds” from text that you provide. You also learn how to create and use displacement maps so that text conforms to the surface.
I chose the lyrics from Carry on Wayword Son by Kansas, which is one of my favorite bands and songs. When writing this post I learned that Carry on Wayword Son was used on the series Supernatural, and according to some, nobody would have heard of this song if it weren't for Supernatural. I, however, dare to differ!
Based on tutorial by Jeya posted at mediamilitia.com: Create an Awesome Grunge Poster in Photoshop
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All materials are provided. Note however that the extra video is not accessible. I liked the composition of this tutorial but didn't like the text, so I changed the text and added some text effects not included in the tutorial. Also made some other minor adjustments to get the image to look like I wanted it to look. :) This tutorial is not for beginners to image editing but as a noobie to Photoshop I had no problems following the tutorial.
Based on PSD Dude’s Secret Place Fantasy Photoshop Manipulation Tutorial
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This was another interesting tutorial where I learned how to use the lighting effect and adjustment layers to create realistic lighting.
Based on Photoshop Training Channel tut: Bourne Legacy Movie Poster
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This was a very good tutorial. It was easy to follow and all of the steps were well-explained. The tutorial is a 47-minute tutorial where you learn the following (taken from the introduction to the tutorial):
03:34 – Extract foreground from background using the quick selection tool.
04:20 – Use the quick mask mode to refine your selection.
05:44 – Use the “refine mask” panel.
06:20 – Add a “movie look” to your image.
09:25 – Create a smokey background using the “clouds” filter
09:58 – Use the warp transform tool to shape the smokey background.
13:40 – Add film grain to your image.
17:00 – Use vector masks to create black bars.
24:03 – Add a slogan to your movie poster.
33:57 – Create the Bourne Legacy logo.
40:55 – Add the actor credits to your poster.
Based on PSD Vault tutorial: "Thinker" Photo manipulation
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Links to materials are provided. If you have a VIP membership you can download the tutorial writer's final psd. I would consider this an intermediate tutorial. It took some playing around to get the final image like I wanted it. I added text and grunge edges based on the tutorial "Photo Grunge Edges" at pshero.
Based on tutorial by Ciursă Ionuţ: Design a Surreal Desert Scene in Photoshop
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Links to materials are provided but some of the links are "dead". A link to the author's final psd is also provided. In my opinion, the final composition is eye-catching and inspires reflection. This tutorial is not for beginners to image editing but as a noobie to Photoshop I had no problems following the tutorial.