Sammy The Seal

How I Did It  “Sammy the Seal” Tutorial by Michelle Johnson Learn how to create a soft, dreamy effect for your photos using some fun techniques, blending modes and a texture.       Preparation: Before we begin, you will need to download the photo and texture. Tutorial Materials: Reading Time Photo – Download   Let’s Get Started! Step One – Open your picture and create a... [Read more]

Pretty Sharp

Pretty Sharp! Tutorial by Michelle Johnson In this tutorial, we’ll learn about a quick and easy way to sharpen your photos.         Preparation: Before we begin, you will need to download the photo. Tutorial Materials: Pink Autumn Photo – Download   Let’s Get Started! Step One – Open your picture and duplicate the background layer by pressing Control + J or right click on the layer... [Read more]

Grunge and Desaturation in a Frame

Grunge and Desaturation In a Frame Tutorial by Michelle Johnson We’re going to have some fun with textures and blending modes to create a grungy, vintage effect in this tutorial.       Preparation: Before we begin, you will need to download the photo and textures. Tutorial Materials: Pink Lily Set – Download   Let’s Get Started! Step One – We’re going to use several textures in... [Read more]

Simple Yet Sophisticated Sepia

Simple, Yet Sophisticated Sepia Tutorial by Michelle Johnson Learn how to create a gorgeous sepia toned photo with this simple technique using adjustment layers and blending modes.       Preparation: Before we begin, you will need to download the photo. Tutorial Materials: Pink Poppy Photo – Download   Let’s Get Started! Step One – Open your picture and duplicate the background layer... [Read more]

Heritage Sepia

Heritage Sepia Tutorial by Michelle Johnson Give your photos an aged, old-fashioned look with this take on the sepia look. We’ll play with adjustment layers and blending modes.       Preparation: Before we begin, you will need to download the photo. Tutorial Materials: Wind Mill Photo - Download   Let’s Get Started! Step One – Open your picture and duplicate the background layer by pressing... [Read more]