Texture With Layer Modes
In this tut we are going to learn how to texture with layer modes by using clipping masks to constrain the visibility of one layer to that of the layer beneath.

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Star Sign Symbols
Star Sign Symbols - AQUARIUS: Start by applying a solid color to the background layer. Double click this layer in layer window to unflatten it. Double click the layer to open layer style window. Apply layer style with the settings shown. Using custom shape tool create a preset 5 point star shape.

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Techno Metallic Web Button
Techno Metallic Web Button: Create a rectangle using rectangular shape tool. Double click the layer to open layer style window. Apply settings as shown. Duplicate the layer twice. Scale down and place one on top and another on bottom as shown. Move these layers below all the layers in layer order in layer palette.

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Layer Styles Explained
Back in the old days, a cool effect like a drop shadow or glow was worthy of a 4 or 5 step tutorial. Then along came layer effects, and later layer styles.

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Star Sign Symbols - GEMINI
Star Sign Symbols - GEMINI, Start by applying a solid color to the background layer. Double click this layer in layer window to unflatten it. Double click the layer to open layer style window. Apply layer style with the settings shown. Using custom shape tool create a preset 5 pont star shape. Populate the background with stars ...

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Save And Reuse Layer Styles
Tired of creating effects with layer styles in Photoshop and then forgetting how you made them? Learn how to save your layer style creations so you can re-apply them instantly with just the click of a button!

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More Layers
In this tutorial we will walk you through even more of the Layer options. In the first tutorial called Learning Layers With Ease we showed you the basics of Layers and now it is time to expand your knowledge by explaining how to create a new blank layer (2 different methods) to attaching a color identifier to a layer.

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Drawing a Cute Cartoon Cat in a Basket
Drawing a Cute Cartoon Cat in a Basket: Create an ellipse using elliptical shape tool. Double click the layer to open layer style window. Apply settings as shown. Well apply this layer style to every layer

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Discover Layer Effects
This tutorial will give you a basic introduction to layer styles and what you can do with them.

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A Simple Layer Mask
This is a very basic tutorial on layer masks.

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All about Layer Mask
This tutorial about layer masks and all the fun things they can do for you.

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Baddass Bling Effect in Photoshop
This tutorial will show you step by step on how to create a “Badass Bling Effect” using layer styles in Photoshop. Once you create the layer style, you can easily “blingify” any layer. There is also a video tutorial as well.

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Layer Blending Mode Guide
Layer blending modes are a key part of the Photoshop program. When you have more than 1 layer, than you can blend the layers together. The blending modes are broken into 6 main areas. 1). Basic, 2). Darken, 3). Lighten, 4). Contrast, 5). Comparative, and 6). Composite. Instead of this being a tutorial, this is going to be more of a reference guide. Keep our website as a favorite and refer back to this document whenever you are trying to blend layers.

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Image Blending
Collaging - Merging 2 images with a layer mask. You will learn how to seamlessly blend 2 images together, using the layer masks.

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Quick and Effective Facial Photo Retouching
In this tutorial I will lay down the basics of retouching and take you through the entire process, applied, layer by layer.

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Displacement Map Text
This tutorial will teach you how to apply text, or some other layer shape, displaced on background layer.

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Layer Palette
This is a must-see for every newbie in Photoshop. This tutorial will teach you all the buttons, actions and benefits of the precious layer-palette.

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Using Layer Masks
In this tutorial I will show you different ways to use layer masks to add some extra flare to your photos.

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HDR using layer masks
How to achieve High Dynamic Range images using just layer masks.

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Layer Masks
Learn guide to layer masks: techniques, examples, shortcuts, and tips.

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Working with Layer Sets: Part I
Learn how to work with layer sets in Photoshop CS.

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Improved Layer Mask Tool for Photoshop Elements 7
The free layer mask tool for Photoshop Elements 7 has been improved. Paul created the XML file necessary to put the layer mask...

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Introduction to Layer Masks
This tutorial will show you the basics of layer masks including what a mask is, how to use masks, and 3 different methods of implementation.

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Working with Layer Styles - understanding Bevel and Emboss
This versatile effect help create a feeling of depth by adding highlight and shadow to layer shapes. Depending on where these highlights and shadows are placed, a 3D effect can be quickly generated

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Color Variations
In this tutorial we will practice some of PS's layer styles and color variations. I was asked to do something shinny and colorful, so this is it. We will just make a design using basic line elements with combination with layer stiles.

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Working with Layer Styles - understanding Outer and Inner Glow
We continuing our look at the Layer Style window, especially how Outer and Inner Glow work

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Saving Layer Style
How to save your own created layer style and re-use it.

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Discover the Layer Mask
Learn how to use the Photoshop layer mask.

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Layer mask for beginners
Step by step photoshop tutorial for beginners explaining how Layer masks work.

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Layer Mask In Photoshop CS3
A brief example of how to use a layer mask in PhotoShop to obtain interesting effects.

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Working with Layer Styles - understanding Drop Shadows
Adobe Photoshop includes Layer Styles, a number of automated effects that you can apply to layers, including drop shadows, glows, beveling, and embossing, as well as a color fill effect.

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Adobe Photoshop Layer Tips
This tutorial will show you some photoshop layer tips.

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Sound system design
In this tutorial we will learn how to create a cool music design. We will use vector shapes and layer styles use vector shapes and layer styles

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Adjusting The Adjustment Layer
Adjustment Layers are created to allow you to make the correct adjustments (curves, levels, etc.) to an image without actually applying the changes permanently. Through this course we will show you how you add, delete, or change adjustment layers. We will also walk you through how you can use the layer mask with adjustment layers. Finally, we will give you important tips and tricks which will allow you to make your photos look like they were professionally taken.

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Layer Masks
This tutorial is for people who are just starting out Photoshop or for the people who have been using Photoshop but dont know how to use Layer Masks .

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Abstract Square Pattern Text Effect
Abstract Square Pattern Text Effect: Start by typing your text using a bold font. Double click the layer to open layer style window. Apply settings as shown.

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Free Action Set for Scaling Layer Effects
The scale effects command is a bit difficult to access since it is buried in a sub-menu. I've created an action set for scaling layer effects by various percentages. I find it much quicker run these actions compared to accessing the command and plugging in numbers.

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Turn a Day into Evening using Layer Styles with Photoshop
Today, we are going to make day turn into evening in this image using the amazing Layer Styles and Color Effects they provide in Photoshop.

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Texture / Layer blending
Texture blending in Photoshop is when you use the layer blending modes to give an image or part of an image a texture. In this tutorial I will show you how to create the bellow image to give a person a stony/cracked appearance. This is a very clever technique to learn and it opened a lot of doors for me in my digital art.

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How To Create A Fantasy Flower Creature
In this tutorial we are going to create a cool fantasy flower creature. A few of the tools/techniques we will need to use throughout this tutorial: radial gradient layer effects, adjustment layers, dodge, burn, sharpen, gradient tool, layer masks, warp, and clone.

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