Thursday, September 1, 2011

Psdtuts+ Updates - Photoshop World 2011 in Las Vegas

Psdtuts+ Updates - Photoshop World 2011 in Las Vegas

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Photoshop World 2011 in Las Vegas

Posted: 31 Aug 2011 06:23 PM PDT

As a graphic designer, it’s important to constantly learn new things. That’s one of the great things about this website. We are always sharing new tips and tricks so that you can become better designers. I’ve always found that conferences are a great way to learn new techniques. That is why next week I’ll be headed to Las Vegas for Photoshop World, the world’s largest Photoshop-related conference.

While I am there I’ll do my best to pass on what I’ve learned about the world of Photoshop. If you would like to get the most up-to-date information on my travels make sure to follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

If you’re attending Photoshop World, feel free to stop me and say hello. I’d love to meet you! I may also have some Psdtuts t-shirts to give away so make sure to flag me down.


A Call for Authors: Web UI and Photo Retouching Tutorials

Also, a bit of news… One of my most important jobs, as editor is recruiting new authors. If you would like to get paid to write tutorials for us, we would love to hear what you have in mind. Visit our Write for Us page for more information.

We recently decided to start posting Web Design/Web UI-related content. So if you would like to get paid to write a tutorial demonstrating how to create a web design, button, icon, navigation item, or something else feel free to pitch a concept.

We are also looking for some new authors to write photo retouching, photo effect, and photo manipulation tutorials. So please let us know if you have an idea that you would like to share. Thanks guys!


Best of the Web – August 2011

Posted: 31 Aug 2011 06:00 AM PDT

As you know, each month, we round up some of the best Photoshop-related content from around the web. This month, there were some excellent Photoshop tutorials and articles to choose from so please take a moment to review our favorites from August 2011.


Photoshop Tutorials

  • Captain America Shield in Photoshop

    In this tutorial, Abduzeedo will demonstrate how to create Captain America’s shield in Photoshop.

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  • How to Make a Car Advertisement Poster Design

    In this tutorial, Creative Fan will show how to create a cool off-road auto advertisement.

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  • How Many Layers?

    In this video tutorial, Ctrl+Paint will explain how many layers you will need in your digital painting.

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  • Photoshop Tutorial: Create a Feathery Shoe from Scratch

    This tutorial from Pxleyes will show how to create a feathery shoe from scratching using Photoshop.

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  • Cold Beer Glass Illustration

    This tutorial from Alfoart will explain how to illustrate a cold beer mug in Photoshop.

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  • Hidden Gems: Quickly Remove Power Lines With Photoshop CS5

    In this tutorial, Photoshop Sr. Product Manager Bryan O’Neil Hughes will show how to remove power lines using Photoshop CS5 and the path tool.

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  • Landscape Photography Editing – Gradients & Adjustments

    In this tutorial from Psdbox you will learn how to use adjustments to improve your photos.

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  • Create a Detailed Vintage TV from Scratch in Photoshop

    In this tutorial from WeGraphics you will learn how to create a detailed vintage television in Photoshop from scratch.

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Articles, Inspiration, and Freebies

  • The Grid: Special Grill Bryan Episode

    In this video interview, Photoshop Sr. Product Manager Bryan O’Neil Hughes makes a second appearance in our round up and answers some tough questions from the cast of The Grid.

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  • Stunningly Creative and Unforgettable Print Ads

    This showcase of creative and unforgettable print ads includes some excellent examples for inspiration.

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  • 30 Designs and Illustrations with Great Masking Techniques

    This round up from Design Instruct includes 30 inspiring examples of illustrations that use masking techniques.

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  • Design Trend: Ribbons, Badges and Banners

    Ribbons with a 3D look are especially popular right now. In this post Vandelay Design will showcase 30 websites using these types of elements.

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  • Tips for Designing With Multiple Photos

    Photography can be a powerful resource for a designer. This post from Design Shack will take a look at some clever and unique ways to create photo-centric designs using multiple images.

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  • 30 Examples of Amazing Character Design

    In Vandelay Design’s second appearance in this round up they will present some amazing character designs for you to enjoy!

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  • Protecting Yourself as a Designer

    As a designer and a businessperson it is important to protect yourself. This article from Web Designer Depot explains some ways that you can protect yourself and business.

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  • Lion UI Kit Preview

    This post on Dribble includes some fantastic OSX Lion UI elements that you can use in your mockups.

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