Tutorial: An Easy Introduction to Layer Masks
March 9th, 2010 | by Bob Nolin | published in Featured, Tutorials
Learn what layer masks are and how easy they are to use. This tutorial will give you an eyeful!
Inspiration: Photomanipulation Artistry by Louvre89
January 5th, 2010 | by Bob Nolin | published in Featured, Inspiration
The best way to learn how to create a fantasy photomanipulation is to study a master’s work.
Tutorial: Combining Filter Effects for Dramatic Portraits
December 22nd, 2009 | by Bob Nolin | published in Featured, Tutorials
Combining filters allows you to create unique effects. This tutorial shows you how.
Review: Topaz Remask 2
December 8th, 2009 | by Bob Nolin | published in Featured, Reviews
A review of a cheap, fast, accurate masking tool. You’ll be amazed.
Review: Painterly Faces DVD by Richard Ramsey
November 17th, 2009 | by Bob Nolin | published in Featured, Reviews
Halloween may be over, but faces are still scary for the newbie Painter artist. Richard Ramsey offers some great training to help you face your fears.
Tutorial: Create Colorful Backgrounds for Your Portraits
October 20th, 2009 | by Bob Nolin | published in Featured, Tutorials
A short tutorial showing how to use layers to create a stunning background for your portraits.
Book Review: Beyond Digital Photography
September 15th, 2009 | by Bob Nolin | published in Featured, Reviews
Finally, a book that shows how to work with Photoshop and Painter together, by the author of the Painter Wow books.
Tutorial: How to Use Photoshop Brushes in Corel Painter
September 1st, 2009 | by Bob Nolin | published in Featured, Tutorials
Image brushes are a standard part of the Photoshop toolbox. This tutorial shows how to import Photoshop brushes into Painter.
Book Review: Digital Painting in Photoshop
August 4th, 2009 | by Bob Nolin | published in Featured, Reviews
A review of Susan Ruddick Bloom’s new book, Digital Painting in Photoshop, from Focal Press.
Tutorial: Correcting Lens Distortion in Your Reference Photos
July 27th, 2009 | by Bob Nolin | published in Featured, Tutorials
Perhaps the camera never lies, but sometimes it does stretch the truth. Learn how to identify and correct lens distortion.
