In this course, author Nigel French shows how to use textures to create visual interest, heighten realism, and add dimension to Photoshop artwork. The course demonstrates how to apply multiple filters and paint in effects with layer masks, combine textures with images using layer blending modes, use brushes to paint in and accentuate texture, and create brush presets by sampling textures from photographs. The course also shows how to automate the application of textures with actions.

Topics include:
Using render filtersApplying textures with the Texturizer filterAdding noise and film grainMatching grain when cloningAging photosBlending textures with layer masksApplying texture to an uneven surfaceCreating texture brushesBuilding density with brush settingsApplying texture to typeFinding, downloading and installing actions