Photoshop
Welcome to Scrappers’ Workshop Photoshop Tutorials
Here’s one that is exclusive to Photoshop CS3
Change to B&W
Change your photos to Black and White the SMART way! Get the best
look for each photo by using this method. This is a tool exclusively in Photoshop CS3.
Click here
or the preview to open the PDF file.
These tutorials require the use of tools or menu items not available in Elements.
They should be good for Photoshop CS2/CS3, and likely for lower versions also.
Using a Grid
Great for quick, multi-photo layouts, grids are a fun way to scrap! Click
here
or the preview to open the PDF file.
Create a Panoramic
Learn how to make beautiful panoramic photos quickly and easily
with PSCS2/3. Perfect for landscapes, large crowds, special places! Click
here
or the preview to open the PDF file. (Elements users – see the Elements section for your own tutorial)
These tutorials include instructions for use in Photoshop or Photoshop Elements – they may vary
by version, but you should be able to follow them with most versions of
either program.
Add Spot Color to B&W
Add some zip to your Black and White photos with SPOT
COLOR! We will show you how to turn your color photo black and white, then add in spots
of color to make the details pop! Click here
or the preview to open the PDF file.
Make Your Text Match a Shape
Want to make your text conform to a shape? It’s easy
in PSCS2/3! We’ll show you how to use the custom shape tool to draw a path, then how
to put your text inside!! Click here
or the preview to open the PDF file.
How to Make a Cast Shadow
Don’t rely on the usual drop shadows –
use this tutorial to make realistic shadows that make your elements stand up off the page! Click
here
or the preview to open the PDF file.
How to Go Out of Bounds
Taking your photos out of their frames is the latest cool effect!
Learn a simple technique to make your images POP out of your layouts. Click
here
or the preview to open the PDF file.
How to Hang Things on Ribbons
Whether you want to hang a charm, or thread a ribbon through
the hole on a tag, this tutorial will show you how to do it quickly and realistically. Click
here
or the preview to open the PDF file.
How to Pop-Up a Photo
Have a busy photo whose subject is lost in the clutter? Here’s one way to
point out the important part of your image.. Click
here
or the preview to open the PDF file.
How to Use Layout Templates
Templates can save you time and spark your creativity! Learn how to
use both layered and un-layered templates to scrap quickly. Click
here
or the preview to open the PDF file.
How to Change a Gradient
Sometimes you want something different than what is available in the PS/PSE
gradient palettes – here’s how to get what you want! Click
here
or the preview to open the PDF file.
How to Make See-Thru Type
Can’t find the right alpha? Try this technique for see-through type, sure to
get attention for your layout! Click
here
or the preview to open the PDF file.
Every tutorial on our site is copyrighted by Scrappers’ Workshop or
another hard-working designer, and we appreciate your respect for our efforts
by not sharing these files. When you want to share your new knowledge with
your newsgroup or friends, please send them a link to this page, or to the tutorial
itself.
Happy Scrapping!
