Photoshop for Fashion Design: 2 Rendering Techniques

Introduction

• Fashion design basics in Photoshop

1. Adding Texture with Filters and Clipping Masks

• Adding shading for filters
• Wool and flannel using Noise
• Working with denim
• Pony or cow spots
• Adding camouflage
• Creating leather
• Overdying and aging

2. Adding Faces to Your Illustration

• Rendering faces
• Creating a sketch from a photo
• Attaching your head to the body

3. The Magic of Brushes

• Brush basics
• Bead brush
• Fur brush
• Making your own brush tip: Texture brush
• Hair brush
• Sketch brush
• Trim brush
• Embroidery or top-stitch brush
• Sparkle brush
• Magical brush
• Brush from photo: Texture
• Brush from photo: Trim
• Chain brush
• Saving, loading, and organizing brushes

4. Rendering Styles and Techniques

• Rendering styles using Photoshop
• Marker style
• Watercolor speed painting
• Watercolor painting
• Overlay to add lace
• Sequins and lamé
• Drop shadows vs. cast shadows
• Neutralizing photographic backgrounds
• Adding flats to your layout
• Using effects for adding impact

Conclusion

• Next steps