Textures can be extremely useful resources for web and graphic designers. They can be used to create backgrounds, add grit and texture to any element within a design, and they can also be used to create various photo effects. Photoshop allows for all kinds of possibilities with textures. In some cases you may be creating your own texture from scratch in Photoshop, but in most cases youll be using a texture from a photo, whether it is your own photo or one that you acquired somewhere.
Here well featured 35 different tutorials that teach various aspects of created and working with textures.
Enhancing Your Portraits with Textures
Textures can also be used to give a different look and feel to your photos, and its easy to implement.
5 Simple Tricks to Enhance Your Textures in Photoshop
This tutorial shows how you can get the most out of texture photographs.
Creating an Embedded Concrete Effect Using Only Layer Styles
Here youll learn how to create this beautiful textured effect.
How to Make an Awesome Grungy Paper Texture from Scratch
Bittbox shows how to make this standard paper texture much more awesome.
Unique Textures without Using Brushes
This tutorial from Bittbox shows how you can easily create awesome textures of your own. You can then use these textures for all different purposes in your own designs.
How to Give Your Photos a Lo-Fi Retro Look in Photoshop
Use textures to give your photos a vintage or retro feel by following this tutorial.
Quickly Build an Abstract Background of Colored Bars
Abstract backgrounds can be useful in a wide variety of settings. This Psdtuts tutorial shows how you can create an attention-grabbing background in just a few minutes.
Texturing of Old Paper
Paper textures are so incredibly versatile. This tutorials is definitely worth following.
The Ultimate Wood Texture Tutorial
Want to create your own wood texture from scratch? Its possible with the help of Photoshop and you can learn the process in this tutorial.
Creating a Mac-Type Background in Photoshop
With this tutorial youll learn how to create an awesome abstract background that you can use for wallpapers, websites, and other projects.
Windows Vista Aurora Effect Photoshop Tutorial
Another awesome abstract background effect.
Textured Crumpled Paper
With this tutorial youll work with textures to create this realistic look.
Grungy Metal Texture
Creating a stunning grungy background can be quite simple, and this tutorial shows how you can do it.
Use Texture Effects to Create Beautiful Compositions
This tutorial shows how to use texture to compliment a beautiful design.
Waves Background
Another awesome and abstract background can be created by following this tutorial.
Creating Colorful Disco Lines Effect
This tutorial from 10steps shows how to create a colorful abstract background that will certainly get attention.
Create Smoke Effect on Grungy Wallpaper
This smokey effect has a nice texture to it.
5 Awesome Techniques for Using Textures in Your Designs
Learn how to apply texture to this colorful retro design.
Guide to Creating Bokeh Textures
Another approach to creating a bokeh background.
Reverse Grunge: Easy Texture Technique in Photoshop
Using the eraser tool you can create interesting and unique textures.
Create Bright Abstract Diagonal Lines Background
Yet another abstract background option.
Create a Photo Composite with Filter Forge and Photoshop
Youll need the Filter Forge plugin for this tutorial, but its a great resource for working with textures.
Apply Texture, Age, and Weathering Effects in Photoshop Using Machine Wash Deluxe 2
This tutorial also uses a plugin that you will need to follow along.
How to Create a Geometric Background Effect in Photoshop
This geometric background can be used for a wide variety of purposes in web and graphic design.
Manipulate a Portrait Photo to Create a Splatter Paint Effect
The paint splatter effect on this photo manipulation gives it an awesome textured look.
Create a Chilling Abstract Using Photos and Textures
This tutorial shows you how to create a heavily-textured poster design.
Take My Soul Away
This textured background is perfect for a wide variety of purposes.
Snow and Dust Particle Effects in Photoshop
The snow and dust particles created in this tutorial can add some texture to your designs or photos.
Antique a Photo Using Textures in 3 Quick Steps
Learn how to create an antique vintage effect with the help of a texture.
Create a Surreal Photo Manipulation Using Ice and Fire Textures
This is another photo manipulation tutorial that shows the possibilities of using and applying textures in your own design work.
Easily Create Seamless Photo Textures You Can Tile
Tileable textures can be extremely useful, and this tutorials shows how you can make your own from a photo.
How to Create an Amazing Watercolor Artwork in Photoshop
The watercolor effects used in this tutorial give it an awesome textured look.
Create a Colorful Grunge Portrait in Seconds
Learn how to use texture to grunge up a portrait.
Create an Abstract Photomanipulation with Tree Bark Textures and Brush Elements
Learn how to use simple textures to create a beautiful design.
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