Master the Painterly Effect and Add Wings in Photoshop

Discover how to create stunning painterly portraits with angel wings in this comprehensive Photoshop tutorial. Learn step-by-step techniques for compositing wings, crafting shadows, and generating dramatic lighting effects. Master the art of adding complex textures and warm colors to achieve a painterly aesthetic. Explore advanced techniques using Curves adjustments, Masking, and Blending Modes to stack effects and overlays, enhancing contrast and grunge while seamlessly blending all elements. Follow along as the instructor guides you through finding suitable wings, separating the subject, matching wing colors, creating realistic shadows, enhancing hair and eyes, and adding multiple textures and backdrops. Gain insights into problem-solving techniques and witness the final result with a quick recap of the entire process.

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Find the Wings
Separate the Subject
Place the Wings
Match the Wings
Create the Shadows
Add Backdrop Lights
Enhance Hair and Eyes
Add First Texture
Create a Spotlight
Add Painterly Backdrop
Add Contrast Layers
Add Final Texture
How to Figure Out the Steps?
Special Thanks
Final Result & Quick Recap