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I recently took the time to learn how to use Photoshop’s powerful 3D tools that are now included in versions CS6 Extended and CC. I found a bunch of online tutorials really useful that taught me how to extrude shapes, create environments, add materials and render the scene. The 3D interface is really daunting at first, but with these written and video tutorials you’ll be creating cool three dimensional designs with realistic lighting and reflections in no time! 3D Layers Text Effect in Photoshop CS6 3D type tutorial: Create 3D type using Photoshop CS6 Inflated Text Using 3D in Photoshop CC Composite True 3D Text Into A Scene With Photoshop CS6 3D Layered Blocks Text Effect in Photoshop CC 2014 Create a Glowing 3D Text Effect With Filter Forge and Photoshop Create Rich, Detailed 3D Typography With Photoshop CS6 Create a 1980s Inspired 3D Text Effect in Photoshop Create an Elegant 3D Text Effect in Photoshop CS6 Playing with 3D in Photoshop CS6 ...

Final Image Preview Let’s take a look at the image we’ll be creating. Click the screenshot below to view the full-size image. As always, the layered Photoshop file is available via our Psdtuts+ Plus membership. Step 1 Before we start we need to find our inspiration. For this tutorial, I used this photograph I found at Stockvault . After downloading the image, open it in Photoshop. Step 2 You’ll be using many layers to create this artwork, so try to keep everything organized. Create a new layer over the image and name it "Head." Then grab your Pen Tool (P), and make sure it’s set to Paths. Step 3 Hold Ctrl + Space to select your Zoom Tool. Then zoom into the model’s face. Trace the outline of her face. Don’t worry about the parts covered by the hair. They’ll be taken care of soon. After finishing, select the color #decfb8 and fill the shape. Step 4 Create a new layer over the "Head" layer and name it "Hair." Repeat the same...