By P.E.T. Staff  ·  July 3rd, 2005

This is the companion file to ‘Clipping Layers for Better Backgrounds.’

By P.E.T. Staff  ·  July 3rd, 2005

This is the companion file to ‘Great Selections Are Key.’

By Matt Kloskowski  ·  June 1st, 2005

Gradients offer an entirely new world of creativity in Photoshop Elements. On the surface, however, the gradient tool might look a bit intimidating because it behaves unlike many tools you may already be familiar with. Once you get the basics down, though, the gradient tool is simple to use and can be customized to create some stunning effects.

By Mark Clarkson  ·  June 1st, 2005

Learn about the mighty Levels command.

By Dave Huss  ·  June 1st, 2005

Here’s a simple technique to turn your photos in paintings.

By Sara Froehlich  ·  June 1st, 2005

In this article, we’ll take a look at fixing everything from discoloration to cracks; but first, there are several things you can do even before you start the restoration process to make corrections and repairs go smoother.

By Linda Sattgast  ·  June 1st, 2005

As you wind up your scrapbook pages of summer fun, consider creating an effect that makes you feel as though you’re looking back longingly through the window of time.

By Larry Becker  ·  June 1st, 2005

If you take a few extra seconds to fine-tune your “smart-fixed” images you can really improve them.

By Lynette Kent  ·  June 1st, 2005

You can easily customize Photoshop Elements to work for you, even when you’re using the most basic modes of the application.

By Larry Becker  ·  May 1st, 2005

Imagine a gorgeous family portrait that’s beautifully lit, with everyone’s hair in place, and no one blinking. Imagine a portrait that’s perfect except for that one person who didn’t smile. Then look at Liquify, a little-known, frequently abused special effect.

By Sara Froehlich  ·  May 1st, 2005

At first glance, the Spot Healing Brush and the regular Healing Brush may appear the same, but the difference is in how they work.

By Dave Huss  ·  May 1st, 2005

Build a crazy composite image that is literally out of this world.

By Linda Sattgast  ·  May 1st, 2005

The torn edge adds texture to your page and blends with almost any style, from funky to elegant, even a wedding page can get a boost from this versatile technique.

By P.E.T. Staff  ·  May 1st, 2005

Toolbox shortcuts

By Lynette Kent  ·  May 1st, 2005

Workflow ideas for fixing photos, image size command, working with palettes, saving as JPEG.

By Rick Sammon  ·  April 1st, 2005

This simple technique can dramatically change the impact of a picture.

By Mark Clarkson  ·  April 1st, 2005

Great snapshots are often spoiled by distracting backgrounds. Let’s see how to use a clipping layer to quickly de-emphasize, and even completely replace, a troublesome background.

By Jan Kabili  ·  April 1st, 2005

Now that you have a digital camera, you can shoot to your heart’s content without worrying about film and processing costs. But how will you keep track of all those photos? Windows users can rely on the Photoshop Elements 3 organizer.

By Dave Cross  ·  April 1st, 2005

Loading a texture in the Texturizer filter, linking layers.

By Linda Sattgast  ·  April 1st, 2005

In this tutorial, we’ll create a mock postage stamp from a photo, and then show how to use it as a fun design on a personalized postcard.