How to Create a Cinematic Mood and Atmosphere in Photoshop

Learn to create cinematic mood and atmosphere in Photoshop through this 36-minute tutorial. Master techniques including selections, blending, flares, dust effects, curves adjustments, gradient maps, and color grading. Download provided assets and follow along as you transform a simple image into a visually striking, atmospheric scene. Explore the use of various overlays, including lens flares, practical lights, and dust effects. Gain insights into professional-level photo manipulation techniques, from cutting out backgrounds to adding dramatic lighting and fine-tuning color balance. Perfect for photographers and digital artists looking to enhance their image editing skills and create captivating, cinematic visuals.

Intro
Creating the Atmosphere
Cutting Out the Background
Making a Selection
Transforming the Selection
Building the Atmosphere
Adding the Main Light
Adding the Flare
Adding the Lantern
Color Balance
Lighting
Gradient Map
Sharpening