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How to Make a Mixtape CD Cover - Photoshop Tutorial

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Overview

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Learn to create a road trip-themed mixtape CD cover in this 20-minute Photoshop tutorial. Master techniques like image reflection, blending, shape manipulation, layering, and texturing. Utilize Design Cuts resources including high-resolution photos, textures, fonts, and a CD mockup. Practice essential Photoshop skills such as using the Marquee Tool, merging and blending layers, adjusting hue and saturation, working with textures and blend modes, painting, typography, and smart objects. Apply these techniques to design a visually appealing CD cover that captures the essence of a road trip adventure.

Syllabus

Introduction
Photoshop Techniques
Marquee Tool
Merge Layers
Blend Layers
Add Lights
HueSaturation
Texture Image
Blend Mode
Painting
Border
Center Tool
Blend Tool
Type
Glyph
Glyph Panel
Move Tool
Save
Open CD Mockup
Open Smart Object
Make Changes to Smart Object
Conclusion

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