Watch as I turn this blue jay photo...
...into a work of art!
Treasure Hunter - Blue Jay Art By Jai Johnson
Here's the video:Resources Used:Wildlife Masterpieces 2 Scenic Background
$20.00
The Wildlife Masterpieces 2 Scenic Background offers you one painted background in 12 color tones AND 14 FREE grass overlays in PNG file format {transparent} to add a painterly feel to your photographs and painted subjects. Mask your subject's photographic background away to blend right in with these backgrounds, creating new works of art featuring your favorite subject(s). Though these were designed to be used with wildlife subjects {such as zoo animals}, they can also be used with domestic animals and even people!
Download is presented as two (2) large zip files. Backgrounds are 6000x4000 pixels in size are and large size JPG files. Overlays are PNG files and have a transparent background. Due to the large file sizes, the download may take several minutes to complete, depending on the speed of your internet connection. This resource is made available in accordance with our commercial use license. Please read the license before purchasing. Illumination Texture Collection
$80.00
The Illumination Texture Collection features 28 rich textures/backgrounds, each featuring a beautiful glow to bring light and focus to your subject. You can use these textures "as is" to add a painterly feel to your photographs. Using your transform tool in your software, you can stretch them and position them exactly where you need them for your art. You can also use these textures as overlay layers to enhance existing photos or to add unique color tones throughout your artistic images.
This collection contains a total of 28 textures, all for one low price. Download is presented as TWO (2) large zip files. Textures are 6000x4000 pixels in size and are large size JPG files. Due to the large file sizes, the download may take several minutes to complete, depending on the speed of your internet connection. This resource is made available in accordance with our commercial use license. Please read the license before purchasing.
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I often get asked the question "how do you make textures"? My first answer to that is very simple -- do a painting. :) All of my textures are paintings, designed to be used most often as backgrounds for your photo art, as well as overlays for your photos to create different effects. You can also read more about my creative process in my FAQ here on the website. I have tons of videos on my YouTube Channel on how I work with the finished textures in these methods. I suggest viewing the videos from the bottom going up, which will take you from the very first video on up through the current videos. In those beginning videos, I cover much more basic information, such as how to utilize layers and use the masking tab in Topaz Photo FX Lab software. As for how to paint -- I have over 40 years experience in painting in so many various methods. For me to teach you how to make a texture would, in essence, require me teaching you how to become a painter -- something I find impossibly overwhelming to do right now due to my schedule. There are tons of videos on Youtube, however, on how to learn to paint in various mediums. And there are many courses you can purchase to learn how to become a proficient painter in a specific medium if you decide to invest in becoming a traditional painter.  A lot of the questions I get also include people wanting a critique on their finished work. Don't get me wrong -- I love seeing everyone's finished work with the Daily Textures! It thrills me to see what amazing things you create! Unfortunately, I just don't have time to devote to giving individual critiques of art pieces. But here's the good news, there is a group on Facebook I operate called "Artistry Beyond The Camera". You are welcome to read about the group and see if it's something you would like to join. {NOTE: In order to be approved for the group, I must be able to tell from viewing your profile that you are a photographer turning your photos into art.} We have over 1400 great members, many who share their new work on a regular basis, and I invite you to join up and do the same. If you want a critique or need help with something, when you post your work, just ask. Our group of fabulous photo-artists is always willing to help and give advice when asked!  What's Coming in 2017!So what's coming up in 2017? I plan to do many more blog posts here - many of which will feature the In The Digital Studio Videos I've been creating in the later part of this year. Also coming will be many more new textures, including more in the Unleashed Watercolor Collections, which I just began a short time ago, as well as many more rich painterly texture collections, too. The blog and the Facebook page will be the place to watch for all the new goodies in the upcoming year. And don't forget to sign up for The Daily Texture newsletter, where subscribers are notified of new collections first -- plus subscribers get access to great discount coupons and other fun things throughout the year. In addition to spending more time in the studio, and in nature and with wildlife during 2017, I also am adding more photos to my stock photo website every week, and I am adding new art to my main art website every week. Last year has been FABULOUS -- and I hope to make this year EXTRAORDINARY. So, let's jump into 2017 with a new, creative spirit and expand our horizons, all while keeping a healthy balance of all the things we enjoy in life. Thanks Again For All Of Your Support and I Look Forward To A Creative 2017! Learn Why I Love Blown Out Skies in Today's In The Digital Studio!
Watch as I go from this...
...to this...in only 15 minutes!
Resource Used Is From The Scenic Mix Background Collection
Join me in my digital studio as I take a momma deer and her young buck from a late fall scene to a winter snow scene.
I go from this...
...to this.
Watch the video here:Resources Used:Winter 1 Texture Collection
$80.00
The Winter 1 Texture Collection offers you a wide variety of textures, for not just your winter subjects and scenes, but also those subjects which require a softer touch and/or cooler tones. You can use these textures "as is" to add a painterly feel to your photographs. Using your transform tool in your software, you can stretch them and position them exactly where you need them for your art. Using your soften/blur/diffusion tools in your software, you can also further soften them if needed to blend perfectly with your photo(s). You can also use these textures as overlay layers to enhance existing photos or to add unique color tones throughout your artistic images.
This collection contains a total of 20 painted textures, 8 color coordinated canvases, and 4 falling snow overlay images, all for one low price. Download is presented as one large zip file. Textures and snow layers are 6000x4000 pixels in size are and large size JPG files. Due to the large file sizes, the download may take several minutes to complete, depending on the speed of your internet connection. This resource is made available in accordance with our commercial use license. Please read the license before purchasing. Winter Impressions Texture Collection
$30.00
The Winter Impressions Texture Collection features 12 winter textures featuring vibrant winter color tones and a softness only freshly fallen snow can provide. You can use these textures "as is" to add a painterly feel to your photographs. Using your transform tool in your software, you can stretch them and position them exactly where you need them for your art. You can also use these textures as overlay layers to enhance existing photos or to add unique color tones throughout your artistic images. The textures also work well as beginning backgrounds for your original digital paintings. Pair them up with the snow overlays in the Winter 1 Texture Collection for an even better winter effect!
This collection contains a total of 12 textures, all for one low price. Download is presented as ONE (1) large zip file. Textures are 6000x4000 pixels in size and are large size JPG files. Due to the large file sizes, the download may take several minutes to complete, depending on the speed of your internet connection. This resource is made available in accordance with our commercial use license. Please read the license before purchasing.
...and Topaz Software. :)
Ok, so it's not really *everything*... :)...but I did use quite a few different elements to create this fun Hummingbird art. For the background, I used a pastel square texture...then I used Topaz Impression on several different layers of the bird photo to give him a unique look...and then, I used a couple of the new watercolors from the Unleashed Collections on top in various layer modes and opacities, with some masking on each to place the details of each where I wanted. And I came up with this:  Such a fun thing to do on a dreary Monday morning!Check out the product collections used... Unleashed 6 Watercolor Texture Collection
$14.00
The Unleashed 6 Watercolor Texture Collection features one {1} design in 12 color tones with a bonus mask to use in your art and product creation work. Use these hand painted watercolor textures "as is" to add a painterly feel to your photographs. Using your transform tool in your software, you can stretch them and position them exactly where you need them for your art. You can also use these textures as overlay layers to enhance existing photos or to add unique color tones, texture and pattern throughout your artistic images. Stack them on top of each other in different layer modes to create totally unique and interesting looks for different works of art. These also make wonderful beginning backgrounds for your digital paintings!
This collection contains a 13 files {1 design presented in 12 color tones, and 1 bonus mask}, all for one low price. Download is presented as ONE (1) large zip file. Textures are 6000x4000 pixels in size and are large size JPG files. Due to the large file size, the download may take several minutes to complete, depending on the speed of your internet connection. This resource is made available in accordance with our commercial use license. Please read the license before purchasing. Unleashed 5 Watercolor Texture Collection
$14.00
The Unleashed 5 Watercolor Texture Collection features one {1} design in 12 color tones with a bonus mask to use in your art and product creation work. Use these hand painted watercolor textures "as is" to add a painterly feel to your photographs. Using your transform tool in your software, you can stretch them and position them exactly where you need them for your art. You can also use these textures as overlay layers to enhance existing photos or to add unique color tones, texture and pattern throughout your artistic images. Stack them on top of each other in different layer modes to create totally unique and interesting looks for different works of art. These also make wonderful beginning backgrounds for your digital paintings!
This collection contains a 13 files {1 design presented in 12 color tones, and 1 bonus mask}, all for one low price. Download is presented as ONE (1) large zip file. Textures are 6000x4000 pixels in size and are large size JPG files. Due to the large file size, the download may take several minutes to complete, depending on the speed of your internet connection. This resource is made available in accordance with our commercial use license. Please read the license before purchasing. Unleashed 1 Watercolor Texture Collection
$14.00
The Unleashed 1 Watercolor Texture Collection features one {1} design in 12 color tones with a bonus mask to use in your art and product creation work. Use these hand painted watercolor textures "as is" to add a painterly feel to your photographs. Using your transform tool in your software, you can stretch them and position them exactly where you need them for your art. You can also use these textures as overlay layers to enhance existing photos or to add unique color tones, texture and pattern throughout your artistic images. Stack them on top of each other in different layer modes to create totally unique and interesting looks for different works of art. These also make wonderful beginning backgrounds for your digital paintings!
This collection contains a 13 files {1 design presented in 12 color tones, and 1 bonus mask}, all for one low price. Download is presented as ONE (1) large zip file. Textures are 6000x4000 pixels in size and are large size JPG files. Due to the large file size, the download may take several minutes to complete, depending on the speed of your internet connection. This resource is made available in accordance with our commercial use license. Please read the license before purchasing. |
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I have found a number of great video tutorials over the years on working with masking, layers and working with textures in photography. These are some of the ones I've watched which I recommend: • Blend Modes & Masking in Paint Shop Pro • Photoshop Tutorial: Layers and Layer Masks for Beginners • Layer Masking in Photoshop With Textures • A Breakdown of Blending Modes | Photoshop Tutorial by Aaron Nace Be sure to read My Workflow & Advice: Find a software & workflow which works for YOU!  Archives
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