Tutorial: An Easy Introduction to Layer Masks
Learn what layer masks are and how easy they are to use. This tutorial will give you an eyeful!
Inspiration: Photomanipulation Artistry by Louvre89
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
Combining filters allows you to create unique effects. This tutorial shows you how.
Review: Topaz Remask 2
A review of a cheap, fast, accurate masking tool. You’ll be amazed.
Review: Painterly Faces DVD by Richard Ramsey
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
A short tutorial showing how to use layers to create a stunning background for your portraits.
Book Review: Beyond Digital Photography
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
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
A review of Susan Ruddick Bloom’s new book, Digital Painting in Photoshop, from Focal Press.
Tutorial: Correcting Lens Distortion in Your Reference Photos
Perhaps the camera never lies, but sometimes it does stretch the truth. Learn how to identify and correct lens distortion.
