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3D Spiral Abstract
Learn how to create this controllable, versatile, 3D Spiral Abstract using tools such as the pen, perspective, and actions.

Vector Using Shapes
Learn how to create and use patterns in order to create a TV scanline effect on any image you want.

Focal Point
Learn the fundamentals of this important and essential aspect of art forgotten by many artists today: the focal point.

Interface Cracked Metal
Not your average crack, learn to make one where the metal is actually peeling back.

Reflective Water
Learn how to use Levels to create a mystical and reflective illusion of water.

Fluffy Realistic Clouds
So soft and real you can almost hear the peaceful sigh of the wind.

Water Drops
So simple, and realistic, these water drops (and optional ice drops) are also simple to do anywhere, anytime.

Ice Wall
Create this seemingly frozen wall in four easy steps.

Mutant Amoeba
Create this mutating amoebe effect.

Urban Decay
Learn how to create a 3d birds-eye view of a decaying city.

Planetary Collapse
Use masks and blurs in conjunction with the Extrude Filter to create the illusion of a planetary collapse.

Hidden Image
Do you see a logo where the girl's face is? Select the image. How about now? Learn how to create a hidden image in this tutorial.

Electric Plasma Gel
Create what looks to be gel with both plasma and electricity running through it.

Metallic Discs
Create metallic and hypnotic discs through fun experimentation with the Polar Coordinates filter and patterns.

Splattered Metal
This effect looks like someone spilt mercury all over the place.

Solar Surface
Harness the thermal energy of the sun.

Trippy Wave
Create an almost 3D looking swirly effect for backgrounds and signatures.

Organic Raw Flesh
This slimy and stressed flesh looks like it came from an ulcerated stomach.

Energy Warp
Create a simple lighted warp effect using various filters such as the Color Halftone Filter.

3D Spike Ball
Easily create a spikey ball that could be used both as an object or a background.