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3D Ribbon Wrapped Photoshop Text Effect

Timothy — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 +0000

This tutorial will explain how to use the Opacity texture map to create a ribbon-wrapped 3D text effect in Photoshop CS5 environment. Then, it will explain how to create the confetti brush and its layer styles.

How to Illustrate a great 3D Email Sign

Timothy — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0000

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This work is a common project together with Iaroslav Lazunov and Oleksandr Iegupov. This tutorial is for intermediate Illustrator users. you’ll use 3D-modeling, gradients, blending modes, blends, gradient meshes for creating the picture.

Quick Tip: How to Create a Fun 3D Plastic Text Effect

Timothy — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 23:00:24 +0000

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In this tutorial you will learn how to create colorful 3D plastic letters using the 3D Extrude & Bevel effect and also an all purpose plastic look that you can save in the Graphic Styles and use it in other projects.

Create Easy 3D Globe Illustration in Photoshop

Timothy — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 23:00:19 +0000

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So in this tutorial It will show you how to create a nice 3D globe in Photoshop using basic tools and the Spherize filter. This whole tutorial won’t take more than 30 minutes but the technique is really useful especially for icons and logos.

Create A Cube With Text Embossed On Each Side

Timothy — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 23:06:23 +0000

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n this week’s tutorial I will show you how to create a nice cube with some embossed letters on each side. First, you’ll learn to create some simple symbols then using the 3D Extrude&Bevel effect you’ll create the rough cube shape. Next, using basic tools, effect and options you will reach the final result.

How to Create a Paper Style Alphabet using Illustrator 3D

Timothy — Thu, 19 May 2011 23:00:33 +0000

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In this tutorial we will learn how to create letters of the alphabet and the shadows of them using 3D modeling. The created style, as I see it, is perfect for creating logos, but you may also like to use it for a custom font or illustration.

Give a 3D, Vector Robot a Realistic Feel in Photoshop

Timothy — Tue, 03 May 2011 23:00:13 +0000

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In this tutorial you are going to learn how to combine different methods from Illustrator and Photoshop to enhance your 3D vector art. Through the process you will learn how to use the appearance panel, 3D extrude and 3D revolve. You will also create a custom art brush, and your own symbol. I am going to show you how to create masks using Channels and Layers, as well as creating Clipping Masks in Photoshop.

Create an Ornate 3D Gift Box using Illustrator

Timothy — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 23:00:02 +0000

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In this illustration/drawing tutorial, I will show you how to create a fancy gift box using Adobe Illustrator. We will use color gradients, vector shadows and blending in order to achieve a nice and semi-realistic look. For beginners, this tutorial will also be a practical, hands-on lesson on the Blend Tool, one of Illustrator’s most powerful tools.

Create This Dazzling 3D Text Effect in Photoshop

Timothy — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 23:00:08 +0000

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In this tutorial, you will learn how to create 3D text in Illustrator then transfer it to Photoshop to apply the effects. You’ll learn how to apply styles to regular 3D text to create a stunning design.

Create a Variety of 3D Lettering Effects for Poster Design

Timothy — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 23:00:40 +0000

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In this tutorial I will showcase three different approaches for creating simple 3D lettering effects in the context of poster design.