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  • Cool fast and easy abstract background

    Author: 2007-09-12 20:30:27 From:

    Learn how to make a cool abstract background effect using the lens flare in Adobe Photoshop.

    1.
    Start with a black background layer then still in the same layer go to filters -> render -> lens flare and add a lens flare with settings as below.

    Photoshop Tutorial thumb picture


    2.
    Make a couple more in different sizes.
    Now your image should look something like this.

    Photoshop Tutorial thumb picture

    3.
    Go to filters -> distort -> pinch and set it as shown below to be a little creative with the lens flare shapes.

    Photoshop Tutorial thumb picture


    4.
    Go to filters -> distort -> twirl and twirl it a bit.

    Photoshop Tutorial thumb picture


    5.
    Now go to filters -> filter gallery and locate the filter called plastic wrap and set it as below.

    Photoshop Tutorial thumb picture


    6.
    Now if we want to change the colors a bit go to image -> adjustments -> color balance and drag the handles untill you get some colors you like.

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