Tutorial: Creating Stunning Glowing Effects in Photoshop

Introduction

• Learn how to add glowing effects to any image using Photoshop.
• Download resources linked below to begin.

Steps to Create Glowing Effects

1. Selecting the Butterflies

• Use the object selection tool to select all butterflies.
• Hold down Shift to add to your selections.
• Clean up selections using a white brush (to add) and black brush (to remove).

2. Applying Glow Effects

• Duplicate selections and change blend mode to "linear Dodge add" for brightness.
• Lower the fill to adjust intensity.
• Use Smart Object and apply "Gaussian Blur".
  • Gradual blur settings: 5, 20, 50, and 90 for desired glow.

3. Adjusting Colors and Effects

• Group butterfly layers.
• Apply Hue and Saturation adjustment for color customization.
• Add glow to the subject’s skin for realism using brush technique.
• Use Smart Objects to adjust color and brightness for better glow integration.

4. Enhancing Image with Filters

• Convert image to Smart Object.
• Apply vibrancy and curves adjustments for more vivid glow.

5. Adding Magical Dust Particles

• Download and crop dust particles from the resource pack.
• Adjust blend mode to screen and apply "Gaussian Blur".
• Group and duplicate particles for depth and effect.

6. Final Touches

• Use Smart Objects and masks to strategically place glow and particles.
• Adjust blur and color lookup for final image refinement.

Conclusion

• Tutorial provides step-by-step guidance to achieve glowing effects.
• Experiment with settings for personalized results.
• Engage in comments for more Photoshop effect suggestions.

Note

• Enjoy the creative process and keep experimenting with adjustments for best results.