Retro Strikes Back: How the 80s Still Influences Graphic Design
By Dave Clayton
This issue, we’re going to look at one of my favorite styles of graphic effects, retro type!...
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Author: Jessica Maldonado
Tip Tuesday: Replicate Your Text
Choosing the exact font and size for a project is an art and a test of patience. Once you’ve...
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Layer Styles: A Tiny Universe of Endless Possibilities
by Corey Barker
In the 20 plus years I’ve been using Photoshop, I’ve seen many features come and go, but few have had the staying power of layer styles. Their popularity stems from their versatility and the wide range of design and photographic effects that they offer. I remember life before layer styles, and if you know what went into just getting a simple bevel effect back then, you definitely appreciate the power and convenience of them. In fact, my top three favorite features in Photoshop are brushes, 3D, and layer styles.
Read More Tip Tuesday: Resize Layer Styles
Layer styles are resolution dependent, which means that if you copy a layer style to another...
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Searching for the Aurora in Frosty Alaska
by Tom Bol
“Wait a second—I think I see it!” I mumble to my wife, Cree, as our midnight Delta flight approaches Fairbanks. “Are you sure? The KP index is only .6 tonight,” Cree responds. “Oh wow, look at that curtain. Aurora for sure,” I proclaim loud enough for the entire front of the plane to hear. Now everyone’s looking out the window.
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