Want to learn Photoshop? Or hone your skills in the photo
editing software? Then check out these top online resources.The web is a wonderful thing, brimming with resources and tutorials for people wanting to learn the art of Photoshop CS6
(and previous versions). But, sometimes, too much choice can be
confusing, so we've picked 10 top sites that will really help you get to
grips with the photo editing software.
If you haven't got to know Lynda Weinman and Bruce Heavin's extensive tutorial video library then you should. Lynda
doesn't deal exclusively with Photoshop but the site offers a wealth of
training in the software for the beginner to intermediate user. Some of
the training is free but to access the majority of it you will need to
subscribe to the site, which starts at $25 per month.
PSD Learning
started back in 2008. It is owned and edited by designer Ross Aitken,
who has an avid interest in computer graphics and shares his knowledge
through easy to follow tutorials. It has a clean layout and is organised
into different categories for easy navigation. Learn everything from
Photoshop scripting to creating a dramatic movie poster here.
Pixel2life
is a huge tutorial search engine on the internet, which caters for
graphic designers and programmers. It has an extensive section on
Photoshop training with literally thousands of tutorials to choose from.
The site also features a really useful sidebar of sub categories in
order for you to find lessons in the effects you want to achieve.
If you're a newbie to Photoshop, then head over to Photoshop Essentials,
which has easy to follow, step-by-step style training. They have
lessons on everything from Photoshop basics to photo editing and
retouching, text effects and more. And it's all written with beginners
in mind. The site is clean, tidy and easy to navigate. It also has
helpful side bars featuring the latest and most popular tutorials.
Photoshop tutorials
has a brilliant range of learning material on online community for
artist and art enthusiasts Deviant Art. Divided into seven different
categories, including a beginner and web design section, it is easy to
find the specific tutorials you're after. This site isn't just for
people wanting to learn though, you can submit tutorials too. See the
site for terms and conditions.
Phlearn is a
fantastic, free online resource offering lots of high quality
photography and Photoshop instructions. Owner and creative director
Aaron Nace also aims to make the training interesting and dynamic,
keeping the viewers attention by throwing in the occasional joke or
singing and dancing on screen. Informative and entertaining: what more
could you want?
Psdtuts+ is a
blog that offers some of the best Photoshop tutorials around. The site
has an extensive library of tutorials covering many different areas,
including 3D, illustration and text effects to name but a few. It also
has a Basix
section for beginners so users of all skill levels can learn the art of
photo manipulation, retouching, icon design, text effects, and much
more.
Monthly magazine Practical Photoshop
features a wealth of brilliant tutorials amongst its pages, many of
which make it on to its equally good website. There's pages of training
to work through and something for users of all levels and, best of all,
it's free!
Tutorial9
is a fantastic resource for Photoshop tutorials, all of which are
entirely free. There are currently 30 pages of training available so you
are sure to find something of interest here. There is also a search
option so you can filter your options to find the newest tutorials
submitted by either Tutorial9 themselves or submitted by other users.
PS Hero is a
brilliant Photoshop resource run by Hero - a surfer, photographer and
graphic designer based in Southern California. With a large selection of
free tutorials, this site offers training in the areas of graphic
design, photo and text effects. It also features an inspiration gallery and goodies section where you can take advantage of free PSD files, custom shapes and more.
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