Free Photo Manipulation Tutorials and Courses

Transform your photos into works of art. Follow our photo manipulation tutorials and get detailed step-by-step instructions on creative compositing.

All Photo Manipulation content:

  1. How to Create a Photoshop Action to Turn a Photo Into a Drawing

    How to Create a Photoshop Action to Turn a Photo Into a Drawing

    Tutorial Beginner

    In this tutorial, you'll learn how to create a Photoshop action to turn a photo into a drawing, creating a cool photo effect of a transition between a photo...

  2. How to Create a Wintry Deer Portrait Photo Manipulation in Photoshop

    How to Create a Wintry Deer Portrait Photo Manipulation in Photoshop

    Tutorial Intermediate

    Create a wintry, Photoshop portrait from scratch! Learn how to make this deer-inspired photo manipulation in Adobe Photoshop.

  3. How to Create a Glowing Winter Night Photo Manipulation in Adobe Photoshop

    How to Create a Glowing Winter Night Photo Manipulation in Adobe Photoshop

    Tutorial Intermediate

    Learn how to use Adobe Photoshop to create a fantasy photo manipulation featuring a winter night with glowing lanterns. First we'll build the base scene...

  4. How to Create an Action in Photoshop

    How to Create an Action in Photoshop

    Tutorial Beginner

    Learn how to create an action in Photoshop so that you can design your own effects for pictures.

  5. How to Create a Neon Rainbow Photoshop Portrait Effect

    How to Create a Neon Rainbow Photoshop Portrait Effect

    Tutorial Intermediate

    Learn to create a neon rainbow portrait effect in Adobe Photoshop by inverting layers to create the perfect "glow from within" look!

  6. A Beginner's Guide to Photo Manipulations in Adobe Photoshop

    A Beginner's Guide to Photo Manipulations in Adobe Photoshop

    Tutorial Beginner

    Create beautiful photo manipulations for your portfolio or Instagram! Learn how to get started as a beginner with these tricks and tips for Adobe Photoshop.

  7. How to Create an Abstract Diamond Lens Effect in Photoshop

    How to Create an Abstract Diamond Lens Effect in Photoshop

    Tutorial Intermediate

    Learn how to apply several different quick but effective lens flare techniques and effects in Adobe Photoshop.

  8. Different Image File Types and Formats

    Different Image File Types and Formats

    Tutorial Beginner

    From file type to file format, we're going to explore the meaning of these notions and learn what are the most common images that are used right now.

  9. How to Use Photoshop Adjustment Layers to Create a Fantasy Photo Manipulation

    How to Use Photoshop Adjustment Layers to Create a Fantasy Photo Manipulation

    Tutorial Intermediate

    Learn how to use Photoshop adjustment layers to create a fantasy photo manipulation featuring a rock goddess. First we'll build the base scene using several...

  10. How to Create a Galaxy-Themed Wanderlust Composite in Affinity Photo

    How to Create a Galaxy-Themed Wanderlust Composite in Affinity Photo

    Tutorial Intermediate

    Today we will be creating a wanderlust-inspired galaxy image using Affinity Photo—perfect for those of you out there who crave adventure!

  11. How to Create an Animated Ghost Effect Action in Photoshop

    How to Create an Animated Ghost Effect Action in Photoshop

    Tutorial Intermediate

    Learn how to create an animated Photoshop ghost effect for Halloween. Ghosting an image with Photoshop can be done in just a few simple steps.

  12. How to Create a Mental Health Themed Photo Manipulation in Adobe Photoshop

    How to Create a Mental Health Themed Photo Manipulation in Adobe Photoshop

    Tutorial Intermediate

    Art can be a great way to share your feelings with others. In this tutorial, we'll tackle the dark feelings that some of us struggle with every day.