This first example teaches you how to form a normal brushstroke into a realistic-looking wisp of smoke. Step 1: Set Up Your Brushīefore you lay down any brushstrokes, you must first set up your brush.įirst, add a new layer to your design by clicking the Create A New Layer button in the Layers Panel. Your brushstrokes will go on this new layer. With your new layer added, change your Foreground Color to white. Select the Brush Tool (B) in the Toolbar. In the Options Bar, click on Brush Preset Picker. In the list of available brushes, choose the Soft Round Brush. The size of the brush stroke you need depends on the size of your project. The general rule of thumb is that you want your first brush stroke to be a good size, usually between 250 px to 400 px. Once your brush is set up, it’s time to add your first stroke. This stroke is one of the most important elements of this effect, as it acts as a base for the rest of the effect. The most common way to shape this first brushstroke is in the shape of an S. Just move your mouse slowly in an S-shaped motion. To add dimension to your first brushstroke, you will want to add at least two more brushstrokes.įor your second brush stroke, cut the size of your brush in half. You can do this in the Options Bar or by pressing [.ĭrag your mouse around the edge of the first stroke. The second brushstroke should appear slightly bolder than the first one.įor the third brushstroke, increase the Smoothing to 100%. This will keep your stroke as tight as possible. Step 4: Convert Your Brushstrokes To A Smart Object Run your third brushstroke around the other edge of your first stroke. You must convert your layer into a smart object to properly manipulate your brushstrokes. To do this, select your layer, right-click or click on the Hamburger Menu.
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