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[kitconnor]

recently, a lot of people have been losing their gifs to reposters, whether that be a whole set stolen or just one gif taken for a textpost. which leads to a lot of us turning towards watermarks to not lose our work. it's not everyone's first choice, particularly because of aesthetics, but it's the best way to keep what you own.

of course, it might seem silly to do a whole "tutorial" on watermarks, but there's a lot of different ways to watermark in a subtle way that still protects your work. i've also seen a lot of people incredibly hesitant to move to watermarks because they believe it marrs their work, which may be true, but there are definitely ways around that. anyway, let's begin !

WATERMARK 1: URL/TRACKED TAG

the most common watermark for people is usually 'thisismyurl.tumblr.com', 'thisismyurl | tumblr', 'thisismyurl' - at least, this is assumed for most people as the best way to watermark.

but if you're like me and constantly want to change your url, you know that there's a good chance a watermark on a gif 3 months ago could be completely different to one now. this is why people are turning to tracking tags.

tracked tags change less frequently, if at all. it's smaller, which makes it more subtle. if you want to go the extra mile like me, you can create a blog under your tracked tag (eg. i track tuserlucie) which means you can reblog anything with your watermark to the blog, showing that it is yours.

placement is key though ! here's 3 different ways you can place it.

NOTE: opacity has not been altered on any of these. depending on how it looks with your gif, opacity looks best at 10-30%.

Font settings: Momcake, thin, 10pt, #ededed.

each of these placements have different advantages.

the first placement (top left) is the one i personally use. it's centered right on the middle but not too high up.

the second placement (top right) is probably the most popular. corners mean people can kind of tuck the watermark away where it doesn't seem obvious. the fourth (bottom right) effectively does the same.

the third placement (bottom left) is 100% the most effective. it sits in a point exactly where it's noticeable, making it less desirable for reposters. on the right opacity too, you hardly notice it.

WATERMARK 2: ICONS/SIGILS

this is an idea that i've seen used mostly by nik @cal-kestis , but is a great and creative way to do it !

an icon or sigil makes your gif totally unique to you. and it's something cute on there which is different to having to put text on there.

(i've put it in orange for the purpose of seeing it)

but you can see here, it doesn't need to be anything special. i've just used an oval shape plus the initials of my url and that's it !

but a sigil can be anything. it doesn't need to have text; it could just be an image. it could just be your icon. either way, it's a cute little alternative to using text.

here's the different options that i preference in action.

SIGIL - bottom right corner

URL - bottom middle

TRACKED TAG - face/body

RESOURCES

here's some resources to use if you want to start watermarking !

FONTS:

Momcake (this one was used throughout all the text watermarks !) Cocogoose Lemon milk Bebas Quicksand PSD

you can access a psd of editable watermarks here.

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GIFFING THE ERAS TOUR: TUTORIAL, RESOURCES, AND ACTION

intermediate editing skill level required. this took hours to throw together, so please like and reblog if you use this in any way - or just to show support. video

RESOURCES NEEDED:

photoshop, obviously - i pay for it, so i have the most current version

i suggest vapoursynth - i will elaborate on this more in the tutorial

tour footage - personally i use tiktok, which i'll elaborate on too

my coloring action - linked in the tutorial

basic understanding of editing coloring layers - will elaborate

rizz's action pack for saving - also linked in the tutorial

YOU CAN FIND THE FULL TUTORIAL HERE - TUMBLR TEXT EDITOR SUCKS !

[zresources]

yet another gif coloring tutorial

Okay, so, I posted a coloring tutorial for one of my moots a few years ago on my main, @zackmartin (I believe I've since deleted it) but that was the technique I was using when I started making gifs 7ish years ago, and I’ve since updated my routine so I decided to post a new tutorial with my new technique.

I'm going to show you how I achieved this:

I'm using Photoshop for this. I'll try to make this as detailed as possible so it's beginner-friendly, but you do at least need to know how to make and export a gif. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out! just be aware, this tutorial really image-heavy

A few notes before I begin: 1) this is like, the bare minimum most basic way to color a gif. This is what I’d be doing if I was giffing a scene and that’s it. If you’re interested in different coloring styles (like my suite life episode series) then let me know! 2) When coloring gifs with POC, you need to make sure not to change their skin color by making them too light, too orange, too yellow etc. The JATP source blog posted a masterpost of different tutorials to teach you how to color gifs in different ways (like with the pastel coloring for instance) without whitewashing/orangewashing POC. But, honestly there’s a ton of tutorials out there that show you how to avoid this if you do a little digging. NO EXCUSES! 

Anyway, let's get started! Before I do the coloring, I ofc make my gif, crop it, set the frame rate, resize, and sharpen. (you can find my sharpening tutorial HERE)

I. BRIGHTENING

(as a quick note, I don't focus much on London's skin tone during this stage, because I'm going to fix it during later steps)

The first thing I do is white balance using a curves layer. To do this, I click the little circle thing in the toolbar below the layers, and then click curves like so (you'll do this every time you want to add a new layer):

And then I click the bottom eyedropper tool on the left-hand side:

Then I click the lightest white part of the gif. (I’m not sure how to explain this well, but it basically white balances that spot to make it pure white. Like, if I clicked on the gold part of London's bracelet, then the whole gif would turn out really blue because it would be trying to white balance the gold) (hopefully that makes at least a little bit of sense)

Anyway, there’s a trick I use to find the lightest part of the gif; hold down the option key (or alt if you’re on windows) and while you’re holding down the option key, drag the little white arrow on the right-hand side:

(i apologize for the quality of the screenshots, tumblr keeps destroying them :/ let me know if I need to clarify anything)

Then I use another curves layer to do the same thing with but with the blacks. So, I add another curves layer, and then click the eyedropper tool at the top this time:

And then I click the darkest, black part of the gif. You can use the same trick by holding the option/alt key and dragging the triangle on the left-hand side:

Next, I add a levels layer. I drag the middle lever thing to the left, and the left lever to the right. (I don’t usually touch the little lever thing on the far-right, but it’s really up to personal preference. I learned to color gifs by basically messing around with settings, so I’d recommend doing the same and just seeing what you like best):

Finally, if I want to go even brighter, I usually add a brightness/contrast layer. I typically turn up the brightness a bit, and turn down the contrast. But, since I brightened a lot with the curves and levels, I usually don’t go that far. These were the settings I used for this particular gif (even though I'm going to share most of the settings that I used, I wouldn't recommend using the exact same ones on your own gif as it'll really depend on the scene you're using):

II. VIBRANCE

Now I add a vibrance layer. I like my gifs to be bright and vibrant, so I usually turn up the vibrance, and turn down the saturation a bit. These are the settings I used for this particular gif:

And this is what the gif looks like so far with just brightening it up a bit and adding vibrance (it might look a bit too bright right now, but I'm going to fix that in later steps):

III. SELECTIVE COLOR

Now, I add a selective color layer. The reds and yellows typically affect skin tones, so this is where I'll start to fix London's. These are the settings I used for this gif (I usually wouldn't change all of the colors, but this is just one of those situations where they happened to be present in the scene I'm giffing):

IV. HUE/SATURATION

now I add a hue/saturation layer. I typically turn up the master saturation to +10 and the lightness between +3 - +5 regardless of the gif. Then if I still need to fix skin tones, I'll mess around with the reds and yellows. These are the settings I used:

V. PHOTO FILTER

Next, I add a photo filter. I usually stick with the default one, I keep the layer set to normal, and I turn the opacity down to 25%:

VI. B&W GRADIENT MAP

finally, I add a black & white gradient map, and I click the little box to reverse it:

Then I set the layer to soft light and I turn the opacity down, between 10% - 20% depending on the gif:

A lot of times, I'll stop here. If I'm satisfied with the way the gif looks, and London's skin isn't too pale/orange/yellow etc, then I could just add my watermark, export and be done. But, there a few other optional steps I might take if I'm still not quite happy with it.

VII. OPTIONAL

Usually the next thing I'll add if I've decided to keep going is a color balance layer. It obviously does as it says, helps balance out the colors, but some gifmakers also like their gifs to have like, a reddish tint or a bluish tint or what have you, so this can help with that too. I wanted to balance out the reddish/yellowish tint, so these are the settings I used:

and this was the gif before the color balance:

and after:

And if I want to play around with the colors a bit more, or fix the skin tones further, I might add another selective color layer or a hue/saturation layer (or both, depending).

Rarely, I might add an exposure layer. (I added one to this gif for the purposes of this tutorial). These are the settings I used for that:

And if the gif came out a bit too bright, I might add another brightness/contrast layer, except this time I would turn down the brightness and turn up the contrast (again, I did that with this gif for the purposes of this tutorial).

And, that's pretty much it! This is my finished gif!

Like I said earlier, I pretty much learned how to color by messing around in photoshop, so I would really recommend playing with the different layers and settings for yourself, as well as checking out other coloring tutorials and other gifmakers methods and see what you like and what you don't. And finally, the best thing you can do is just,,, practice. I've been gifmaking for about seven years, but I feel like I didn't really become decent at it until this year

Again, If you have any questions let me know! and feel free to tag me in your creations! #userzackmartin 💕

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[manjotphotography]

HOW TO CREATE BOKEH IN STUDIO

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[whatintheope]

Maybe I'm showing my age here, but whatever happened to the days of fandom Photoshop Edits? I'm talking these hella detailed, multi-layer, 10741234 textures and cool ass fonts kind of edits/graphics. You used to be able to search for "Photoshop Edit Tutorials" on tumblr and see SO. MUCH. creativity and now, it's just a fuck ton of tutorials on how to gif (which honestly, does it really require 134134134 tutorials on the same program??)

RPC/RPA/RPH blogs, wya???

[grafixdesigngoodies]

TEXT STROKE EFFECT in Photoshop | Photoshop Tutorial

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Transforming Images with Photoshop: A Comprehensive Tutorial

Introduction:

In the realm of digital artistry and graphic design, Adobe Photoshop stands as a powerful tool, offering a myriad of features that allow users to unleash their creativity. Whether you're a seasoned designer or a novice eager to learn, this comprehensive tutorial will guide you through the transformative journey of image editing using Photoshop.

Understanding the Basics:

Before diving into the world of Photoshop transformation tools, let's establish a solid foundation. Photoshop Tutorial, a term synonymous with creativity and precision, serves as the perfect starting point for anyone looking to enhance their image editing skills.

Exploring Photoshop Transformation Tools:

1. Understanding the Essentials:

Begin your Photoshop journey by grasping the basics. Familiarize yourself with essential transformation tools like the Move Tool, Crop Tool, and Selection Tools. Mastering these tools lays the groundwork for more advanced transformations.

2. Leveraging Layer Styles:

Photoshop's layer styles play a pivotal role in transforming the overall look of an image. Learn how to use layer effects to add depth, shadows, and highlights, creating a visually appealing composition.

3. Unleashing the Power of Filters:

Delve into the realm of filters to take your transformations to the next level. Explore the myriad of options available, from basic blurs to artistic filters, to give your images a unique and captivating appearance.

4. Manipulating Perspective with Puppet Warp:

The Puppet Warp tool allows you to manipulate the perspective of objects within your images. This powerful feature is particularly useful for adjusting the positioning of elements in a photo, providing a realistic touch to your edits.

5. M0agical Transformations with Liquify:

Photoshop's Liquify tool opens up a realm of creative possibilities. Sculpt and reshape elements in your image with precision, making it an ideal tool for retouching and artistic transformations.

Photoshop Tutorial: A Guiding Light:

As you explore these Photoshop transformation tools, keep in mind the importance of continuous learning. A Photoshop tutorial serves as a guiding light, offering step-by-step instructions and insights into the latest features and updates. Stay updated with the latest Photoshop tutorials to stay at the forefront of the ever-evolving digital design landscape.

Conclusion:

In the realm of graphic design, mastering Photoshop's transformation tools is a journey of continuous learning and creative exploration. This comprehensive tutorial aimed at both beginners and experienced users showcases the diverse ways you can elevate your images using Photoshop. Remember, a Photoshop transformation tools is not just a set of instructions; it's a roadmap to unlocking your creative potential. Embrace the transformative power of Photoshop, and let your imagination soar. Happy editing!

[news4nose]

How to Cancel Photoshop Subscription 

Are you here as you don’t want to retain your Adobe Photoshop subscription anymore? Oh yes, you can cancel it seamlessly!!

Do you know that even after you cancel your Adobe Creative Cloud subscription, you can still access your Adobe account.

[imgfixer]

Photoshop tutorial - Photo Manipulation in photoshop

In this Photoshop tutorial, we'll be working on Photo Manipulation in Photoshop. We'll be using various techniques to create amazing effects, including text effects and image effects. If you're looking to improve your Photoshop skills, then this tutorial is for you! By the end of this video, you'll have learned some powerful Photo Manipulation techniques that you can apply to your photos straight away!

Video : click here

[pinkverge]

How to Make a Vintage Effect in Photoshop

I am pretty sure that you have heard the mighty phrase “old is gold” which is definitely true with 90s fashion trends! Of course, artists like me were striving to recreate their 90s memories back in their projects!

In this tutorial, we take a look at how to create a vintage effect in Photoshop. In general, old photos look different from modern ones. Vintage photo effects can be used to produce a wide range of looks. Yes, we can recreate vintage black and white photography or recreate a ’90s era back in time.

How to Add a Vintage Effect in Photoshop?

Usually, applying these effects is a time consuming process. But don’t worry, I’ll show you the quick version today! It is important to keep in mind that every image is unique, so the settings I demonstrate here should be used as a basis for all images, but it may require some slight variations depending on the image.

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[zaions]

10 Essential Photoshop Tools for Beginner Designers

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[manjotphotography]

How to Capture Stunning Product Photos in 2023

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the verdict is in

Edit: Now on Redbubble, see my other reblog for more info.

[grafixdesigngoodies]

Large Format Illustrations in Photoshop: How High of Resolution Do You Need?

This video is about using Photoshop for Large Format Illustrations and Murals. When illustrating for large formats in raster based apps like Photoshop or Procreate, how high of resolution do you need to use? Do you need to work in 300 dpi? How big are the files for large format illustrations? Are they giant?