Create a Leather-Textured, Realistic Briefcase Icon

Learn to create a photorealistic leather briefcase icon from scratch using Adobe Photoshop. Master advanced techniques for crafting textured leather, convincing stitches, and gold-plated locks through expert guidance on layer styles and brush engine utilization. Follow step-by-step instructions to design the briefcase outline, apply textures, create soft lighting effects, and add intricate details like stitching and buckles. Develop skills in using layer styles, creating custom brushes, and manipulating shapes to achieve a highly detailed and professional-looking icon.