Text Effects in Photoshop

When it comes to creating jaw-dropping text effects, Photoshop is the go-to program for most graphic artists. Photoshop's wide range of tools, intuitive interface, and huge community of helpful tutorials set it miles apart from its nearest competitor. Text effects vary from easy to complicated, but the results of the following effects are always professional-quality. (See Resources for tutorials on each effect mentioned.)

Grass

Create a realistic grass effect using a stock image and the pen tool. This effect is appropriate for a website or brochure about nature.

Diamonds

This text effect sparkles like diamond jewelry. Use this effect sparingly for fun and flashy design.

Gold

Utilizing Photoshop's layer styles, you can create a text that looks like it was dipped in gold. This effect is perfect for website headers.

Neon

If you'd like to recreate the popular neon signs in shop windows, follow this tutorial. It's one of the easiest tutorials and can be altered to fit your color needs.

Chocolate

Create a text that looks good enough to eat. Use a thick font, and try not to get too hungry when following the tutorial.

Resources

• Grass Tutorial
• Diamonds Tutorial
• Gold Tutorial
• Neon Tutorial
• Chocolate Tutorial