Photoshop Masterclasses
I'm live every Friday on AdobeLive at 9:30am PST I tackle some of the more complex subjects in Photoshop. Here's an archive of past videos since 2019. Enjoy!
Photoshop Masterclass: Seamless Surrealism - Jan 29, 2021
Surrealism is one of those terms that people associate with nonsensical imagery. But it also includes the world “real”. In this session Evangelist Paul Trani will take seemingly normal images and combine them to make something new and fantastical. Using selection tools, masks and blend modes learn how to combine images in new and unique ways.
Surrealism is one of those terms that people associate with nonsensical imagery. But it also includes the world “real”. In this session Evangelist Paul Trani will take seemingly normal images and combine them to make something new and fantastical. Using selection tools, masks and blend modes learn how to combine images in new and unique ways.
Photoshop Masterclass: Retro Futurism - Jan 22, 2021
One of the top trends for 2021 is a retro view of the future known as retro futurism. In this Photoshop Masterclass learn how to take parts of photos to make a retro futuristic poster. Using textures, layers masks, and adjustment layers to make new graphics while making them look old at the same time.
One of the top trends for 2021 is a retro view of the future known as retro futurism. In this Photoshop Masterclass learn how to take parts of photos to make a retro futuristic poster. Using textures, layers masks, and adjustment layers to make new graphics while making them look old at the same time.
Photoshop Masterclass: Abstract Psychedelia - Jan 15, 2021
One of the top trends for 2021 is using bold, blended colors with abstract blending shapes of people and things that could be called Abstract Psychedelia. Learn how to make and manipulate wild colors using gradients and warping tools like Liquify. Also learn how to blend those abstract colors with shapes from photos to make a fun, psychedelic layout.
One of the top trends for 2021 is using bold, blended colors with abstract blending shapes of people and things that could be called Abstract Psychedelia. Learn how to make and manipulate wild colors using gradients and warping tools like Liquify. Also learn how to blend those abstract colors with shapes from photos to make a fun, psychedelic layout.
Photoshop Masterclass: 20 from 2020! - Jan 8, 2021
For the final livestream from 2020, Principal Evangelist Paul Trani shows the top 20 features and tips of the year! Learn about top features like using the lasso tool with the Object Select tool. Learn tips for selecting using Channels and how to draw with symmetry using paths! So many features and tips it’s bound to be a fast moving session.
For the final livestream from 2020, Principal Evangelist Paul Trani shows the top 20 features and tips of the year! Learn about top features like using the lasso tool with the Object Select tool. Learn tips for selecting using Channels and how to draw with symmetry using paths! So many features and tips it’s bound to be a fast moving session.
Photoshop Masterclass: Winter Wonderland! - Dec 8, 2020
For the final livestream from 2020, Principal Evangelist Paul Trani as he shows how to turn an everyday scene into a winter wonderland! Learn how to create snow by using brushes and depth of field. Then see how to create ice and even frozen text using brushes, layer styles, filters and adjustment layers. Create fun text or the perfect holiday card with these pro tips and techniques!
For the final livestream from 2020, Principal Evangelist Paul Trani as he shows how to turn an everyday scene into a winter wonderland! Learn how to create snow by using brushes and depth of field. Then see how to create ice and even frozen text using brushes, layer styles, filters and adjustment layers. Create fun text or the perfect holiday card with these pro tips and techniques!
Photoshop Masterclass: Selecting and Distorting - Nov 13, 2020
At the core of any composite is selections and distorting those selections. But there’s many ways to do this. In this Masterclass Paul Trani will show how to isolate objects using various selection tools depending on the subject matter. From there Paul will composite that object into another secen using Color Matching, Curves, and distortion tools like, Distort, Puppet Warp and more. The end result will be a complete composite done in under an hour!
At the core of any composite is selections and distorting those selections. But there’s many ways to do this. In this Masterclass Paul Trani will show how to isolate objects using various selection tools depending on the subject matter. From there Paul will composite that object into another secen using Color Matching, Curves, and distortion tools like, Distort, Puppet Warp and more. The end result will be a complete composite done in under an hour!
Photoshop Masterclass: Composition - Oct 2, 2020
Layout and composition can make or break a design. In this session, join Evangelist Paul Trani as he shares the fundamentals of design and will show how to lead the eye through a composition. Learn how to ground a design, how to establish “reads” and how to use negative space effectively. Learn how to create a pleasing composition for social media using layer masks, adjustment layers to add light, and Smart Objects to keep it all non destructive. These simple tips will make a world of difference.
Layout and composition can make or break a design. In this session, join Evangelist Paul Trani as he shares the fundamentals of design and will show how to lead the eye through a composition. Learn how to ground a design, how to establish “reads” and how to use negative space effectively. Learn how to create a pleasing composition for social media using layer masks, adjustment layers to add light, and Smart Objects to keep it all non destructive. These simple tips will make a world of difference.
Photoshop Masterclass: Pro Tips Part 2 - Sep 25, 2020
Pro tips in Photoshop continues with a fresh new batch of tips! In this session, see how to optimize Photoshop for your workflow. See how to easy it is to move work between Photoshop on the iPad and desktop. Learn how to format, control, and transform images and type on the iPad. Then our presenter Paul Trani will move to the desktop and show how to master selections, masks, and adjustment layers and how to add overall looks to images.
Pro tips in Photoshop continues with a fresh new batch of tips! In this session, see how to optimize Photoshop for your workflow. See how to easy it is to move work between Photoshop on the iPad and desktop. Learn how to format, control, and transform images and type on the iPad. Then our presenter Paul Trani will move to the desktop and show how to master selections, masks, and adjustment layers and how to add overall looks to images.
Photoshop Masterclass: Pro Tips Part 1 - Sep 11, 2020
Join Paul Trani, Adobe principal evangelist, to discover how to use Photoshop on the iPad creatively and learn pro tips and new features on the desktop. In this session, see how easy it is to move work between Photoshop on the iPad and desktop. Learn how to format, control, and transform type on the iPad. Use selections, masks, and adjustment layers on the iPad and then move to the desktop to add overall looks and pro tips for completing images.
Join Paul Trani, Adobe principal evangelist, to discover how to use Photoshop on the iPad creatively and learn pro tips and new features on the desktop. In this session, see how easy it is to move work between Photoshop on the iPad and desktop. Learn how to format, control, and transform type on the iPad. Use selections, masks, and adjustment layers on the iPad and then move to the desktop to add overall looks and pro tips for completing images.
Photoshop Masterclass: Light and Shadows - Sep 4, 2020
In this episode, Paul will show how to add your own dramatic lighting to a scene. Turn day into night, and learn how to add glows and sparks to make any drab photo look magical. Using Adjustment layers, Color Lookups, layer masks, and brushes to light a scene. Also learn how to paint in shadows that look realistic to really add drama to a photo.
In this episode, Paul will show how to add your own dramatic lighting to a scene. Turn day into night, and learn how to add glows and sparks to make any drab photo look magical. Using Adjustment layers, Color Lookups, layer masks, and brushes to light a scene. Also learn how to paint in shadows that look realistic to really add drama to a photo.
Photoshop Masterclass: Steampunk - Aug 28, 2020
In this episode, Paul will show how to take ordinary items and composite them together to make a futuristic steampunk scene. Learn how to mask images and manipulate them using Warp and Distort tools. Learn how to brush on shadows and highlights and match color using Curves, Levels and layer overlays. From there tie the whole scene together using Color Lookup Tables.
In this episode, Paul will show how to take ordinary items and composite them together to make a futuristic steampunk scene. Learn how to mask images and manipulate them using Warp and Distort tools. Learn how to brush on shadows and highlights and match color using Curves, Levels and layer overlays. From there tie the whole scene together using Color Lookup Tables.
Photoshop Masterclass: Monochromatic to Electric - July 24, 2020
Color (and the lack thereof) can be one of the strongest elements in a composition. In this Masterclass Paul will create a composition and reveal how to drastically change the look by adding and removing color. Using Adjustment layers, blend modes, and brushes you will learn how to introduce both monochromatic and electric looks for the same artwork. Also learn how to add light sources to images to drastically change the look to achieve the mood you are going for.
Color (and the lack thereof) can be one of the strongest elements in a composition. In this Masterclass Paul will create a composition and reveal how to drastically change the look by adding and removing color. Using Adjustment layers, blend modes, and brushes you will learn how to introduce both monochromatic and electric looks for the same artwork. Also learn how to add light sources to images to drastically change the look to achieve the mood you are going for.
Photoshop Masterclass: Make it Pop! - July 17, 2020
We’ve heard clients and well meaning art directors say it. But what does it mean? We’ll decipher this and other commonly used phrases that are used in the design world and determine what they really mean and how designs need to be adjusted accordingly. Using adjustment layers, gradients, and the Filter Gallery Paul will show different ways to make images “pop” off the screen.
We’ve heard clients and well meaning art directors say it. But what does it mean? We’ll decipher this and other commonly used phrases that are used in the design world and determine what they really mean and how designs need to be adjusted accordingly. Using adjustment layers, gradients, and the Filter Gallery Paul will show different ways to make images “pop” off the screen.
Photoshop Masterclass: Photomanipulation - July 10, 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to take photos and manipulate their color, brightness and shape. Learn how to use Adjustment Layers to change colors and brightness, as well as how to distort photos using Puppet Warp, Distort and other transform tools. Finally Paul will show how to blend images together using selection tools, color and shape to make a fantastic collage.
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to take photos and manipulate their color, brightness and shape. Learn how to use Adjustment Layers to change colors and brightness, as well as how to distort photos using Puppet Warp, Distort and other transform tools. Finally Paul will show how to blend images together using selection tools, color and shape to make a fantastic collage.
Photoshop Masterclass: Mixing Vector with Raster - June 12, 2020
Photoshop excels at manipulating raster content (think pixels). But Photoshop can also create and manipulate vector content with the same amount of flexibility. In this episode, Paul Trani will exploit the capabilities of pixel-based content and mix those in with vector content. Paul will also show when to use one over the other, as well as the different ways to bring in vector content from other sources like Illustrator while still maintaining its editability.
Photoshop excels at manipulating raster content (think pixels). But Photoshop can also create and manipulate vector content with the same amount of flexibility. In this episode, Paul Trani will exploit the capabilities of pixel-based content and mix those in with vector content. Paul will also show when to use one over the other, as well as the different ways to bring in vector content from other sources like Illustrator while still maintaining its editability.
Photoshop Masterclass: Fictional Creatures - May 29, 2020
Griffin, centaur, pegasus, chimera. All fictional creatures that are great use cases to show the fundamentals of compositing in Photoshop. In this episode, Evangelist Paul Trani will show how to take photos of two animals and turn them into one. Using selection tools, masking and manipulation tools, Paul will bend and blend the two into one. Also using Brushes, Blend Modes, and Adjustment Layers, learn how to add shadowing and coloring to make sure this new mythical creature is believable.
Griffin, centaur, pegasus, chimera. All fictional creatures that are great use cases to show the fundamentals of compositing in Photoshop. In this episode, Evangelist Paul Trani will show how to take photos of two animals and turn them into one. Using selection tools, masking and manipulation tools, Paul will bend and blend the two into one. Also using Brushes, Blend Modes, and Adjustment Layers, learn how to add shadowing and coloring to make sure this new mythical creature is believable.
Photoshop Masterclass: Animated Retro Collage - May 22, 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to use historic, royalty free images in Photoshop to make a fun collage. Learn how to use Adjustment Layers to match colors and selection tools for removing backgrounds. Also learn how to bend layers into place using Warp, Distort, and Puppet Warp. Finally Paul will show how the collage can be animated and exported for social media.
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to use historic, royalty free images in Photoshop to make a fun collage. Learn how to use Adjustment Layers to match colors and selection tools for removing backgrounds. Also learn how to bend layers into place using Warp, Distort, and Puppet Warp. Finally Paul will show how the collage can be animated and exported for social media.
Photoshop Masterclass: Caricature Artwork - May 8, 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to take a photo and turn it into a fun caricature of yourself in Photoshop. Using selecting and masking tools Paul will show how to isolate and exaggerate layers to get a unique cartoonish caricature of yourself. Also using plenty of scaling, warping and distorting you’ll see how far you can really push a fun caricature look.
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to take a photo and turn it into a fun caricature of yourself in Photoshop. Using selecting and masking tools Paul will show how to isolate and exaggerate layers to get a unique cartoonish caricature of yourself. Also using plenty of scaling, warping and distorting you’ll see how far you can really push a fun caricature look.
Photoshop Masterclass: Manipulating Type - May 1, 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to pick the correct font for a design, and how to manipulate type like a master. Paul will show how to add type along a path, add area text, and how to distort and transform using Liquify, Warp, Puppet Warp and other manipulation tools. Master text and bend it to your will in this maserclass!
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to pick the correct font for a design, and how to manipulate type like a master. Paul will show how to add type along a path, add area text, and how to distort and transform using Liquify, Warp, Puppet Warp and other manipulation tools. Master text and bend it to your will in this maserclass!
Photoshop Masterclass: Symmetrical Artwork - April 24, 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to make a symmetrical design using vector elements, Smart Objects, and the new and very fun Symmetry options for brushes. Paul will show how to efficiently create a design that stays balanced, and when to break free from symmetry while still keeping the design balanced.
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to make a symmetrical design using vector elements, Smart Objects, and the new and very fun Symmetry options for brushes. Paul will show how to efficiently create a design that stays balanced, and when to break free from symmetry while still keeping the design balanced.
Photoshop Masterclass: Isometric Artwork - April 10, 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to take flat images and turn them into isometric and cubed designs. Using The Distort tool, Layer masks, and brushes to add lighting Paul will create gravity defying cubed landscapes and worlds.
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to take flat images and turn them into isometric and cubed designs. Using The Distort tool, Layer masks, and brushes to add lighting Paul will create gravity defying cubed landscapes and worlds.
Photoshop Masterclass: Rendering Natural & Abstract Elements - April 3, 2020
Usually Photoshop is used to manipulate images, but did you know you can use Photoshop to generate its own content as well? In this Masterclass, Evangelist Paul Trani walks through the process for rendering elements such as flames, trees, frames, clouds and more, all from within Photoshop. But Paul will go beyond using these tools so literally and show how more abstract and compelling content can be made from these same effects. The end result is a compelling abstract composition that can be created by only using a blank document.
Usually Photoshop is used to manipulate images, but did you know you can use Photoshop to generate its own content as well? In this Masterclass, Evangelist Paul Trani walks through the process for rendering elements such as flames, trees, frames, clouds and more, all from within Photoshop. But Paul will go beyond using these tools so literally and show how more abstract and compelling content can be made from these same effects. The end result is a compelling abstract composition that can be created by only using a blank document.
Photoshop Masterclass: Art with Heart - March 27, 2020
In this Photoshop Masterclass, Evangelist Paul Trani will walk through the process of creating art that tells a story while looking good! Join Paul as he composite photos together using angles, lighting and color and stick around for protips on layer masks, brushes and color. By the end, you’ll learn how to come up with an entirely new piece of art that evokes emotion and has a unique point of view.
Photoshop Masterclass: Cinemagraphs - March 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to bring parts of a photo to life with motion which is more commonly known as a cinemagraph. Paul will show how to blend images seamlessly with video by using layer masks and adjustment layers. He will then show how you can take any layer and animate its various properties. Finally Paul will jump briefly into After Effects for more robust animation.
Photoshop Masterclass: Power Shortcuts - March 13, 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will cover some of the top power shortcuts for optimizing your workflow in Photoshop. Everything from optimizing panels, to keyboard shortcuts, to seemingly hidden features for finding, organizing and navigating around files. Everyone is bound to learn a new shortcut that could save plenty of time over the course of a career.
Photoshop Masterclass: Photo Editing and Manipulation - March 6, 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will cover the fundamentals of photo editing that everyone needs to know. From local touch-ups using content-aware tools, to global brightening and color changes using Adjustment Layers. Paul will then dive into more advanced manipulation by combining photos together to create realistic scenes that lead to fantastic results.
Photoshop Masterclass: Applying Design Principles - Feb 28, 2020
Have you ever created a design or Photoshop composite that just didn’t look right but couldn’t figure out why? It is possible it might not be adhering to some basic design principles! In this Masterclass, Paul Trani will review the principles of design and apply them to a Photoshop composite. Using principles like scale, hierarchy, similarity, dominance, and color Paul will take a composite from good to great using tools like Adjustment Layers, Layer Masks, and brushes in Photoshop.
Photoshop Masterclass: Compositing on iPad and Desktop - Feb 21, 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to start a composite in Photoshop on iPad, and then move to the desktop for finishing touches. Paul will show how to bring images together, how to cut out content and do color correction to match into one scene. From there Paul will show how to use Cloud Documents to continue the work on desktop, adding finishing touchups using Refine Edge and Color Lookup Tables.
Photoshop Masterclass: Blending 3D with Images - Feb 14, 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to blend 3D objects with images for seamless results. Using Adobe Dimension and 3D tools in Photoshop Paul will show how to create, import, and render 3D objects. From there Paul will show how to use those 3D renders with 2D images in Photoshop. You will learn how to match up an images perspective, lighting and colors so your 3D is seamlessly integrated within a 2D scene.
Photoshop Masterclass: Lighting Compositions - Feb 7, 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to take a seemingly boring photo or design and bring it to life with lighting. Using Adjustment layers, gradients and brushes, Paul will show how to paint different light points and shadows for realistic results. Paul will also show how to use Adobe Dimension as a learning tool for studying light.
Photoshop Masterclass: Productivity Tips & Tricks - Jan 31, 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show productivity tips and tricks that will speed up your workflow in Photoshop. Learn how to navigate documents and the layers panel to find the content you’re looking for. Paul will also show tips to efficiently apply Adjustment Layers and Layer Styles to multiple graphics in one file, or across multiple files. Speed up your workflow with these top productivity tips in Photoshop!
Photoshop Masterclass: Distorting Type - Jan 24, 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to really master all type and font properties in Photoshop. Focusing on a graphic design, Paul will show creative ways to manipulate text to create unique looks. From mapping text onto objects using diffusion maps, to distorting shapes using filters and effects, all while keeping the text editable. Paul will also show how to use gradient layers, masks and smart objects to create more abstract approaches to text that is anything but ordinary.
Photoshop Masterclass: Filters & Effects - Jan 17, 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show the power of filters and effects in Photoshop to create some mind-bending results. Using the Filter Gallery Paul will showcase how drastic images can changet. Paul will then dive into more specific use cases like creating print effects and mapping images onto textures. Also learn how to bend pixels into different shapes, light images on fire, and overgrow text with trees. Anything is possible in Photoshop and knowing the right effects makes it easy.
Photoshop Masterclass: Selections & Masks - Jan 10, 2020
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to master two foundational tools: selections and masks. First showing how to master different selection methods and when to use each. Paul will then show how to use these selections in conjunction with Layer Masks, Clipping Masks and Alpha Masks. Using these tools to their full potential in different ways will lead to amazing results as Paul builds out a complete modern design using images and graphics.
Photoshop Masterclass: Animating Graphics - Dec 20, 2019
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how you can bring your work to life using animation in Photoshop. Paul will show how to animate different types of layers (pixel, vector and 3D) and what can be animated for each. He will also show how to export your animated artwork for video and gif formats, and when to use each. Lastly, Paul will introduce how to use After Effects in conjunction with Photoshop to really take your animation skills to the next level.
Photoshop Masterclass: Shapes, Gradients, Styles and Patterns - Dec 13, 2019
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to use the new and reorganized shapes, gradients, patterns, swatches and styles presets in Photoshop. Paul will show how to organize these new presets as well as build your own libraries of presets that work for you. He will also show make more than just radial or linear gradients and when to use which. Paul will also show how to master seamless patterns and layer styles. The end result is a more optimized Photoshop for your workflow.
Photoshop Masterclass: Blending Illustration with Photography - Dec 6, 2019
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to blend illustrations with photography using Photoshop and Adobe Fresco. Paul will show how to create illustrations in Fresco and Adobe Illustrator and blend it with photography in Photoshop using layers, blend modes, layer masks and adjustment layers. Paul will also show how to make shadows and use color and color LUTs to create a cohesive overall design.
Photoshop Masterclass: Turning Objects into Metal and Other Materials - Nov 22, 2019
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will show how to turn objects into metal and other materials. Paul will show how to make it look like skin and other organic images are made out of gold, silver, and other materials like granite using brushes, layer masks, Curves, and stacking other Adjustment Layers. This technique can be used across a number of images and text so don’t miss this special Photoshop Masterclass.
Photoshop Masterclass: New Features on Desktop and iPad - Nov 15, 2019
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will cover features in the brand new Photoshop 2020 release that matter to professional users. Paul will show new layer shortcuts, smart object conversions, fine grained distortion of pixels and vectors and the very handy Cloud Documents. Paul will also show how to extend your work to the iPad using the brand new Photoshop for the iPad.
Photoshop Masterclass: Creating Glitch Effects - Oct 18, 2019
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will cover how to create glitch and distortion effects in Photoshop. Paul will show how to add distortions to images to make it look like electronic glitches. He will show how to use masks, layer blend modes, and layer effects in unique ways, on specific layer channels to get this unique look.
Photoshop Masterclass: Advanced Selections and Masks - Oct 11, 2019
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will cover the foundation of compositing in Photoshop; selections and masks. Learn what selection tools and techniques should be used based on the subject matter, and how to apply masks to those selections. Learn how to cut out people from a background, or remove elements from a background, or the background as a whole. All using advanced selections and layer masks and clipping masks.
Photoshop Masterclass: Top Tips, Tricks, and Timesavers - Oct 4, 2019
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will cover his top tips, tricks and timesavers in Photoshop. Paul will show how to set up Photoshop’s workspace, preferences and panels for an optimum work environment and maximum speed. Paul will then get into the use of specific tools like text and glyphs, painting with brushes and special brush options, and shortcuts to make any image look good with one click!
Photoshop Masterclass: Creating 3D Content - Sep 27, 2019
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will demonstrate how to create 3D art in Photoshop. Paul will show how to create 3D elements and how to adjust the lighting and camera angle in the 3D environment. From there learn how to apply your own materials to 3D object to make something either realistic or abstract. Paul will also show how to export 3D content for use in Adobe Dimension.
Photoshop Masterclass: Creating Fantasy Worlds - Sep 20, 2019
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will demonstrate how to turn ordinary photos into fantasy worlds. By taking different images of landscapes and cities and animals Paul will show how to combine them together in interesting ways to make new worlds and places. Paul will show how to select, cut out and blend different images together using layer and clipping masks, and add light sources to make a final fantasy scene that looks realistic and cohesive, all using Photoshop.
Photoshop Masterclass: Creating Double and Triple Exposure Effects - Sep 13, 2019
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will demonstrate how to create stunning art by combining images to create double and even triple exposures. By using overlooked layer options Paul will show how to separate color channels to make new artwork. Paul will also show how to use layer masks, clipping masks and blend modes in Photoshop to create even more unique designs.
Photoshop Masterclass: Making Images Pop with Creative Gradients and Color - Sep 6, 2019
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will demonstrate how to make images really stand out by using colors and gradients creatively. Today, Paul will show how to colorize images using gradients and gradient maps, as well as highlighting certain parts of an image for a pop of color. Paul will also show how to make and morph gradient shapes to give any image a contemporary style using Photoshop.
Photoshop Masterclass: How to Add Dramatic Lighting Effects - Aug 30 2019
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode, Paul will demonstrate how to add dramatic lighting to any image in Photoshop. Today, Paul will show how to take any image that might lack color or depth and bring it to life using adjustment layers, blend modes, and brush settings you might not be aware of. Get an understanding of how light interacts in the real world and how to replicate those same properties in any image using Photoshop
Photoshop Masterclass: Typography Manipulation - Aug 28 2019
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this episode Paul will demonstrate how to use and manipulate typography in Photoshop. Today, Paul will show you how to pick the right font, use alternate glyphs and integrate text creatively into images to create amazing type-based graphics.
Photoshop Masterclass: Creating Visually Stunning Posters Using Text and Graphics - Aug 16 2019
Photoshop Masterclass with Paul Trani! In this first episode Paul will demonstrate how to make visually stunning posters in Photoshop by layering text and graphics. Today, Paul will show you how to pick a font and integrate text into photos and graphics using different types of masks, coloring methods, and other Photoshop techniques. The end result will be a graphical poster ready for print or social media!
