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Video Tutorials for Learning Graphics Software

Watch these video tutorials to learn how to use graphics software. Through live screencasts, experts will show you how you can edit and touch up your photos, design original art work, and create a variety of effects using several popular graphics programs. A full transcript is provided so you can follow the tutorials on your own.
Wrap Text Effect in Photoshop - Video
Wrapping text in creative ways adds a fun and playful quality to a picture. Learn how to wrap text around an object using three different effects in Adobe Photoshop.
Back Up Photos in Photoshop Elements Organizer - Video
If you take a lot of digital pictures, then you probably don't print them all at once. Be safe, not sorry, and back up your photos using these simple methods.
Use the Pattern Stamp Tool in Adobe Photoshop - Video
Photoshop's pattern stamp tool lets you paint with a pattern in one of the Photoshop libraries or with a pattern that you create. Learn how to use the pattern stamp tool to edit your photos.
Remove Photography Grain or Noise in Adobe Photoshop - Video
Do you have digital pictures that would be perfect except for a bit of distortion, photography grain, or noise? Learn how to remove unwanted grain in Adobe Photoshop.
Picasa Effects and Tuning - Video
Everyone has a few digital photos that could stand a touch-up or two. You can alter your photos in Picasa, a free Google program. Learn how to use Picasa effects and tuning.
How to Share Pictures in Picasa - Video
It's easy to share digital photos, artwork, or pictures with family and friends when you know how to organize them in Picasa! See how to organize and share pictures in Picasa.
Basic Drawing in Illustrator - Video
Illustrator CS allows you to draw vector-based images with ease. But before you start your next masterpiece, you need to know the basics. Learn several ways to draw a simple heart shape.
Photo Tags in Photoshop Elements - Video
Want to make sorting through your photos a little bit easier? Learn how to search using tags in Photoshop Elements.
Live Trace in Illustrator - Video
The live trace tool enables you to change photos into vector-based drawings, allowing you to resize any image without losing quality. Learn how to use live trace in Adobe Illustrator.
Create Color Sketch From a Photo in Elements - Video
Are you trying out cool effects in Photoshop Elements? Try creating a color sketch from a photo with these easy steps.
Import Photos into Photoshop Elements - Video Tutorial
Learn how to get started in Photoshop Elements by importing digital photo files from your files and folders or off of CDs.
How to Create a Rainbow in Adobe Photoshop - Video
Want to splash a colorful rainbow across a party invitation or on stationery? Learn how to create one in Adobe Photoshop.
Restore a Discolored Photo in Photoshop Elements - Video
Need to adjust the lighting and color in some of your favorite photos? Try restoring your pictures using Photoshop Elements.
Turn Digital Photos Into Polaroids With Photoshop Elements - Video
Love the look of a Polaroid picture? Using Photoshop Elements, you can make your digital photo look like a Polaroid.
Convert Color Photos to Black and White with Photoshop - Video
There's something special about the classic look of black and white photos. Learn how to convert your color pictures into black and white using Adobe Photoshop.
How to Add a Text Watermark in Adobe Photoshop - Video
You can protect photos that you distribute by adding a simple watermark to them. Learn how to create watermarks in Adobe Photoshop and give professional branding to your pictures.
Replace a Dull Sky in Photoshop Elements - Video Tutorial
Don't let a dull and boring sky ruin the background of your photo. Learn how to replace the skies using Photoshop Elements.
Tags and Collections in Photoshop Elements - Video Tutorial
Do you have hundreds of digital pictures but no way to organize them? Whip your photo collection into shape with tags and collections from Photoshop Elements.
Adobe Photoshop Sand Effect - Video Tutorial
[Video Tutorial] Use Adobe Photoshop to create text with a sand-like texture, using the same displacement effect design pros use to blend text or objects seamlessly into picture backgrounds.
Adobe Photoshop Text Reflection - Video Tutorial
[Video Tutorial] Create a text reflection effect in Adobe Photoshop and make text contents pop from their background.
Adobe Photoshop Photo Frame - Video
[Video Tutorial] Make your favorite photo look polished and elegant- learn how to add a tasteful faux frame to the image itself with Adobe Photoshop.
Adobe Photoshop Fire Text Effect
Make your text distinctive and exciting with Photoshop text effects- learn how to make your words appear to be on fire.
Add Blog Images with Picasa
Want to spice-up your blogging? This video demonstrates how to add images to your blog with Picasa.
Adobe Photoshop Brightening a Photo
Are some of your most precious memories stored on pictures that look too dark? This video demonstrates how to brighten digital pictures and photos using Adobe Photoshop.
Adobe Photoshop Dodge Tool Brightening
Are some of your most precious memories stored on pictures that look too dark? Brighten or highlight parts of your digital pictures using the Adobe Photoshop Dodge Tool.
Adobe Photoshop Ice Effect
Make truly distinctive and exciting text in your Adobe Photoshop images with this Ice Effect.
Adobe Photoshop Layers
Try light graphic work or picture re-touching without any worry of damaging your original images by using Layers in Adobe Photoshop.
Adobe Photoshop Lighting Filter
Learn how to use the Adobe Photoshop lighting filter, so you can get creative with lighting effects in your digital photos.
Adobe Photoshop Magic Eraser Tool
Adobe Photoshop's Magic Eraser Tool provides you with a quick and easy way to change a picture's background or other color area with just a few clicks.
Adobe Photoshop Marquee Tool Background
Use the marquee tool in Photoshop to create backgrounds that can make any image or photo look professional or transform it into the perfect gift.
Adobe Photoshop Patch Tool
Would your pictures be perfect if you could just remove one or two obtrusive objects from the frame? Use Adobe Photoshop's Patch Tool to re-touch your digital pictures and photos in just a few steps.
Adobe Photoshop Pattern Maker
Use the Adobe Photoshop pattern maker tool to create patterns out of graphics and photos. Generate original designs and special effects for your projects.
Adobe Photoshop Pet Eye Fix
You probably have some cute digital pictures of your pets that are perfect but for a common problem known as red eye, or in this case pet eye. Use Adobe Photoshop to fix pet eye and make your photos look professional.
Adobe Photoshop Photo Filter
It's all too common for our photos to seem great if not for an unflattering yellow, green, or other tint. With Adobe Photoshop's Photo Filter, you can adjust the color of your digital pictures, reconciling them with the memories they document.
Adobe Photoshop Red Eye Fix
You probably have some digital pictures that are perfect but for a common problem known as red eye. Use Adobe Photoshop to fix red eye and make your photos look professional.
Adobe Photoshop Sepia Effect
There's a quaint and beautiful look to older, black-and-white photos. With Adobe Photoshop, you can mimic that sepia-toned, antiqued appearance for your images in just a few easy steps.
Adobe Photoshop Shortcuts
Whether you're a professional graphic artist or you just want to re-touch your favorite photos, Adobe Photoshop Shortcuts can make your Photoshop workflow a great deal more efficient in just a few easy steps.
Adobe Photoshop Web Button
You don't have to be a graphic designer to make your Website look professional. Use Adobe Photoshop tools to create custom buttons that differentiate your site from its competition and encourage user interaction.
Capture and Save a Screen Shot in Windows XP
See how to capture and save a screenshot in Windows XP.
Create a Black and White Effect in Photoshop Elements
Customize your digital images and graphics - you can create a partial black and white effect in Photoshop Elements with these simple steps.
Fix Picture Imperfections with Adobe Photoshop Clone Tool
Would your pictures be perfect if you could just remove one or two blemishes? Well, with the Clone Tool in Adobe Photoshop, you can be your own professional air-brusher in just a few steps.
Fix Picture Imperfections with Adobe Photoshop Healing Brush
Would your pictures be perfect if you could just remove one or two blemishes? Well, with the Healing Brush in Adobe Photoshop, you can be your own professional air-brusher in just a few steps.
Make a Skewed Picture Straight in Adobe Photoshop
Do some of your pictures appear just a little bit lopsided or skewed? Learn how you can make a skewed horizon or other line straight with Adobe Photoshop.
Optimize a Picture for Email in Windows XP
Digital photos can be large and cumbersome to share with friends via email. Learn how you can reduce your image's filesize and optimize it for easy emailing.
Turning Pictures into a Coloring Book with Photoshop
How to turn digital pictures into a coloring book using Adobe Photoshop.
Using the Magic Extractor feature in Photoshop Elements
Learn how to use the Magic Extractor feature to isolate an object from the background in Photoshop Elements.
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