Behind the type

Well, it's not your typical tutorial, my dear friends. Just on a roll with the Photoshop oil painting technique. This time around, I'll be painting everything from scratch, only using reference material for colors and such. I chose Benedict Cumberbatch because, in my humble opinion, he bore a striking resemblance to Vincent Van Gogh himself. Scroll down to see the video and still image. Little did I know before I painted this that Benedict Cumberbatch has already played Vincent Van Gogh, Dam! I should have searched the internet before I started. Painting Benedict in Photoshop I'm still learning how to...

A step-by-step look at creating a realistic oil-painting portrait in Photoshop using colour matching, blending, cracked-paint texture and a modern portrait photograph.

I initially joined Behance as a backup for my portfolio. My idea was that if my hard drive ever crashed, I'd have a backup to keep everything safe. Initially, I only uploaded one piece of web design work. However, my plan was to eventually upload my entire portfolio. So, I had to get organized, resize the work, and write descriptions for each piece. What is Behance? Good question. Behance is a popular online platform and social network that focuses on showcasing and discovering creative work. It's primarily used by artists, designers, photographers, and other creative professionals to display their portfolios,...

Create an oil painting in Photoshop without dreadful art filters. My straightforward method uses a strong photo, light, shadow and patient editing.

Hello there! Just a quick note about this blog post – it's a bit outdated. Since writing this, I've made some significant changes. I've left my job to fully focus on creating fonts, and I've also migrated from WordPress to Shopify. With all these changes and a lot on my plate, I won't be able to keep this post updated. I appreciate your understanding! Exploring Cinemagraphs Cinemagraphs have been in the spotlight for a while now. If you're not familiar with them, you can head over to HuffPost where creators discuss what they actually are. In my own words, they're...

If you've ever considered crafting your own font, you're probably aware of the significant time investment it typically takes. Drawing each character, scanning, cleaning up scans, and converting them into a font creation tool might sound simple, but trust me, it's a time-consuming process. I've wanted to create my own handwritten font for a long time. The mere thought of scanning over a hundred characters used to give me nightmares. However, if you happen to own an iPad, I've got fantastic news for you! With an iPad, you can craft your very own font in about 5 minutes. Yes, you read...

Before Breakfast is a hand-drawn slab display font with over 300 glyphs, drawn on an iPad in under ten minutes. How it was made, where it works, and why the finishing took far longer than the drawing.

Before we dive into the world of creating your own typeface, a quick note – this blog post might seem a bit outdated. However, I've left it here for the sake of Google's vast knowledge. Designing your very own typeface can be quite the adventure. You draw, you scan, you meticulously refine those scans, and then comes the inevitable question: What's next? Well, you'll need a software package that can transform your creative sketches into a fully-fledged typeface. Mastering such software can be quite the challenge, so selecting the right one is of utmost importance. Here, I've compiled a list...

Hey there, quick heads up about this blog post – it's a bit outdated. I've made some changes since this was published. I've left my job to focus entirely on creating fonts. Because of this shift, the font mentioned here is no longer available for free. Plus, I've moved from WordPress to Shopify, and I'm juggling a lot right now, so I won't be able to keep this post updated. Thanks for understanding! The Distractor font is now available for download! This unique font draws its inspiration from the captivating styles of old letterpress printing and meticulously handcrafted lettering. It's...

If you're a user of Twitter, Facebook, or other social media platforms, you're already aware of their potential for promoting your work. However, you've likely experienced how they can also be significant time-drains. You start scrolling, and before you know it, your stomach thinks your throat's gone on vacation. They can hijack your time from what truly matters – eating, creating, and making a living. So, how can you navigate this dilemma while maintaining a balanced life? Some opt to skip social media promotion altogether, but there's a smarter way. Others try to limit their usage to, say, one hour...