We received a lot of e-mails about how you can open AI and EPS files with Photoshop and how to use them without losing the quality of the vector in the process. Whether you are using a PC or a Mac, the process is similar; the only difference is you will use "Cmd" instead of "CTRL." Thus said, let's get straight to the point! Open Photoshop, then go to File > Open... and … [Read more...] about How to open vector AI or EPS files in Photoshop
Tutorials
How to Create 3D Text Without The Use of Any 3D Tools
When you saw the title, you probably said "Impossible, you can't create 3D text with Photoshop!” Not entirely accurate. We can create extrusions even if the command isn’t available, adjust the depth and direction of the extrusion path or use shading and all we need is a different point of view on things. Sounds pretty good so far, huh? Difficulty: beginner Completion time: … [Read more...] about How to Create 3D Text Without The Use of Any 3D Tools
Quick Tip: How to Easily Remove the White Background From Scanned Paper Drawings with Photoshop
In this tutorial, you will learn how to quickly remove the white areas around your scanned paper drawings. It works for watercolor paintings, sketches, ink drawings and handwritten text alike. Here's what the final result will look like. Difficulty: Beginner to Intermediate Completion time: ~10 minutes Tools: Adobe Photoshop CS3 or newer STEP 1 Open … [Read more...] about Quick Tip: How to Easily Remove the White Background From Scanned Paper Drawings with Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator Tutorial: How to Draw Characters
In this tutorial, you can follow the step by step process of creating a female character. We'll guide you through everything from rough sketch to finished vector illustration. You can find out, which are the important things when creating a memorable and an easy to recognize character. Difficulty: Intermediate Tools: Adobe Illustrator CS6, Wacom graphic tablet, and … [Read more...] about Adobe Illustrator Tutorial: How to Draw Characters
How to Draw Evil Vector Skulls in Illustrator
Skull drawing is a quite simple task at a glance, but once you start sketching, it probably looks different from your reference (you are using a reference, right?). Then it begins to go out of proportions, looks deformed and has no expression whatsoever. But this is OK, it is a part of the learning process - please do not let this get to you! I, myself have gone through this … [Read more...] about How to Draw Evil Vector Skulls in Illustrator
