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Blending textures Effect – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 9/4/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make an awesome blend texture mixture in Photoshop CS3.
Clipping Mask – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 9/4/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to cut text shaped selections out of photos, producing a solid framework in Illustrator CS3.
Photo effect – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 9/4/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make a cool rock photo effect in Photoshop CS3.
Wrap text around Image – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 9/4/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to format your text with your photographs and images in Illustrator CS3.
Rain Drops Effect – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 9/4/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make rain drops and add them into plants and roses in Photoshop CS3.
Concrete Box – Bryce Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 9/3/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to transform a simple geometric box into a concrete one in Bryce.
Smart Drawing – Corel X3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 9/3/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to use the Smart Drawing Tool in Corel Draw X3.
From day to night – Bryce Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 9/3/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to transform a daylight picture into night in Bryce.
Terrain Canvas – Bryce Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 9/3/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to apply your own canvas into a terrain in Bryce.
Text on the Road – Corel X3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 9/3/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to place text on a street in Corel Draw X3.
Animate an Eye with the Puppet Tool - After Effects CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 8/18/2008
In this tutorial I'll show you how to animate an eye with the Puppet Tool. 
Waving Grass Using the Puppet Tool - After Effects CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 8/18/2008
In this tutorial I'll show you how to make grass move using the Puppet Tool.
Aging with Woodcut - Painter X 
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 8/18/2008
In this tutorial I'll show you some interesting ways to use Woodcut. 
Making Nozzles from Photo Elements - Painter X 
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 8/18/2008
This lesson covers the making of nozzles from photo elements. 
Making Nozzle Elements - Painter X 
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 8/18/2008
This lesson will cover the process of making unique nozzle elements.
Dynamic Spelling- InDesign CS3 Tutorial
Jake Van Ness - 8/15/2008
In this tutorial we will learn how to use the Dynamic Spelling feature that is build into InDesign. This is a great way to have the software check your spelling as you are typing text instead of having to run spell checker at the very end. This allows you to make the changes on the fly when the software notices the mistake.
Adding a Word to the Dictionary - InDesign CS3 Tutorial
Jake Van Ness - 8/15/2008
In this tutorial you will learn how to add words to the dictionary so they don't show as misspelled when using Dynamic Spelling. If you aren't sure what Dynamic Spelling is then see my tutorial on the subject. You will need to have Dynamic Spelling on for this tutorial.
Water drops – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 8/15/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create water drops in Illustrator.
Wood Pattern – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 8/15/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create a wood pattern in Illustrator.
Pet Text Effect – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 8/15/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make a cool image text effect for a poster in Photoshop CS3.
Flower Vase – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 8/15/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create a flower vase in Illustrator.
Text Bling Effect – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 8/15/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make a text bling in Photoshop CS3.
Turning something into gold – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 8/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to turn a castle into gold, in Photoshop CS3.
Cool Background – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 8/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create a cool and funny flower background in Illustrator.
From Young to Old – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 8/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to transform a young man into an old one in Photoshop CS3.
Circle Effect – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 8/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create a cool circle effect in Illustrator.
Scary Face – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 8/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make a scary face, in Photoshop CS3.
Applying Terrain – Bryce 6.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 8/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to apply terrain into your document scene, in Bryce 6.0.
Applying Trees – Bryce 6.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 8/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to add a tree into your scene, in Bryce 6.0.
Metaball – Bryce 6.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 8/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create metaballs in Bryce 6.0.
Puff Ball – Bryce 6.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 8/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make a puff ball which will create a super cloudy light effect, in Bryce 6.0.
Landscape with stones – Bryce 6.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 8/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to add stones and make a nice landscape including light in Bryce 6.0.
Blurred Plane - Photoshop CS3
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 7/21/2008
In this tutorial I'll show you how to create a blurred effect on a flying plane.
Abstract Background Path – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create an abstract background in Illustrator CS3.
Chrome Plate Apples – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create a chrome effect to some apples in Photoshop CS3.
Vase – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to draw and create a 3d vase in Illustrator.
Decorating a face – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to add a decoration into a face in Photoshop CS3.
Flower – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create a flower with gradients colors in Illustrator.
C4D Render Effect – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to convert a common photo into a cool brush photo effect in Photoshop CS3.
3D Logo – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create a 3d logo that you can use for a book cover in Illustrator.
Smoke – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create smoke in Photoshop CS3.
Sun Background Effect – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create a sun background effect in Illustrator.
Mirror – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make a mirror effect in Photoshop CS3.
Filling an object with a color – Bryce 6.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to fill an object with a plane color in Bryce 6.0.
Applying a fabric to a Sphere – Bryce 6.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to apply a fabric fill to a sphere in Bryce 6.0.
Applying water Plane – Bryce 6.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to apply water plane to the surface of your document in Bryce 6.0.
Resizing a box – Bryce 6.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to resize a wood box or any object you need to resize in Bryce 6.0.
Applying a Soft Sky – Bryce 6.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to apply a soft sky into your document in Bryce 6.0.
Creating Depth with a Simple Object Background - Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 6/17/2008
In this tutorial I'll show we'll take the steps necessary to create a simple object background that instills depth. 
A Pacific Scene - Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 6/17/2008
In this tutorial I'll show a way to create a background scene taken from somewhere in the Pacific Ocean.
Cityscape - Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 6/17/2008
In this tutorial I'll show you the steps to create a cityscape. 
Gradient and Grid Room - Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 6/17/2008
In this tutorial I'll show you the steps to create an interesting effect with gradients and a wall.
Create a Planet with a Grid - Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 6/17/2008
In this tutorial I'll walk you through the steps to create a planet with a grid. 
Can You Make a Rainbow? - Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 6/16/2008
In this tutorial I'll show you the easy way to make a rainbow. 
Maze Design - Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 6/16/2008
In this tutorial I'll walk you through the steps to create a maze design.
Distorted Design - Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 6/16/2008
In this tutorial I'll walk you through the steps to create a distorted design.
Decorative Checkerboard - Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 6/16/2008
In this tutorial I'll walk you through the steps to create a decorative checkerboard.
Quick Night Scene - Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 6/16/2008
In this tutorial I'll walk you through the steps to create a quick night of a city.
Creating a Shape – Bryce 6.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 6/16/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create our first shape in Bryce 6.0.
Delineating eyes – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 6/16/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to delineate eyes in Photoshop CS3.
Multicolor Hair Effect – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 6/16/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to change the color of the hair from one color to a multicolor tone in Photoshop CS3.
Resize an Image – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 6/16/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to resize an image, which is great for your website or in case you need to send images over e-mail in Photoshop CS3.
Thin to Fat – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 6/16/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to change a body size, from thin to fat, in Photoshop CS3.
Interactive Distortion Tool – Corel X3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 6/2/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to use the interactive distortion tool for you to make designs for your envelopes, letters, etc in Corel X3.
Graph Paper – Corel X3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 6/2/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make a graph paper in Corel X3.
Ungrouping spraylist images – Corel X3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 6/2/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to ungroup the spraylist images in Corel X3.
Deleting background color – Corel X3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 6/2/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to delete the color of a background image in Corel X3.
Conical Fountain Fill – Corel X3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 6/2/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to fill a shape with a fountain conical color fill in Corel X3.
3D Pie Chart– Xara Xtreme 4.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 6/2/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make a 3d pie chart in Xara Xtreme 4.0.
Heart pulse animation – Xara 3D Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 6/2/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to apply a heart pulse animation in Xara 3D.
Changing the design of letters– Xara Xtreme 4.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 6/2/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make a different effect to each letter of one word in Xara Xtreme 4.0.
Outline Text – Xara 3D Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 6/2/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make outline text in Xara 3D.
Changing the backgrounds Color – Xara 3D Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 6/2/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to change the backgrounds color of your document in Xara 3D.
Make an Interesting Logo - Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 5/20/2008
In this tutorial we'll make a really simple-to-do interesting logo. 
Fun Flower - Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 5/20/2008
In this tutorial I'll show you a way to make an interesting flower. 
3D Overlapping Pointer - Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 5/20/2008
In this tutorial I'll show you some 3d effects that you can use. 
Aboriginal Art - Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 5/20/2008
In this tutorial I'll show you an easy way to create aboriginal artwork.
Trash Cat - Painter X Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 5/20/2008
In this tutorial we'll make a cat out of trash.
From Junk to Art - Painter X Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 5/20/2008
In this tutorial I'll show you how to take a photo of an old junk heap vehicle and make a painterly type painting of it. 
Portrait in Fine Spray Cloner - Painter X Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 5/20/2008
In this tutorial I'll show you how to make an interesting portrait using the Fine Spray Cloner too.
Suburbia Acrylic - Painter X Tutorial
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 5/20/2008
In this tutorial I'll show you a way to create a painting in acrylic of suburbia. 
Shrink and grow animation – Xara 3D Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 5/15/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make a shrink and grow animation in Xara 3D.
How to take out the Text from a sample – Xara Xtreme 3D Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 5/15/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to take the text from a sample or any design you make so you can stay with just the shape you need in Xara Xtreme 3D.
Board with Holes– Xara Xtreme 3D Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 5/15/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to use the board with holes tool in Xara Xtreme 3D.
Changing Bevel from Sample– Xara Xtreme 3D Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 5/15/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to change the bevel of a 3D sample in Xara Xtreme 3D.
How to convert a simple box into a wood one – Xara Xtreme 3D Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 5/15/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to fill a box with wood texture in Xara Xtreme 3D.
Text Flow - InDesign CS3 Tutorial
Jacob Van Ness - 5/15/2008
In this tutorial you will learn how to flow text from one text box to another with in the same document.
Making a Polygon– Xara Xtreme 4.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 5/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create a polygon and how to give life to it so it can turn out to be your own logo in Xara Xtreme 4.0.
How to create a circular Border – Xara Xtreme 3D Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 5/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create a circular border from a shape sample in Xara Xtreme 3D.
Diamond Fill– Xara Xtreme 4.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 5/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to use the diamond fill tool in Xara Xtreme 4.0.
Creating a Panorama Photo – Xara Xtreme 4.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 5/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to blend two images by using the Panorama Tool in Xara Xtreme 4.0.
Applying a star design – Xara 3D Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 5/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to apply a star design in Xara 3D.
Variable Text - InDesign CS3 Tutorial
Jacob Van Ness - 5/1/2008
There are times information not included in the default page information may be useful. For example if you wanted to have the "creation date" included on the document you are printing out. This can be good if you have several versions of a file and need to know when in the design process a certain file was created.
Initial Fade In Effect – KoolMoves Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 5/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how apply an initial fade in effect into a shape in KoolMoves.
3D text bullet effect – KoolMoves Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 5/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to apply an awesome bullet effect into your text in KoolMoves.
Working with shapes– KoolMoves Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 5/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make a shape and fill it with color in KoolMoves.
Quick Button making – KoolMoves Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 5/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make a button with the up and over state effects in seconds in KoolMoves.
Changing background color – KoolMoves Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 5/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to change your documents background color in KoolMoves.
Two color Linear Fill Text – Xara Xtreme Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 4/29/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to turn your text into a two color graphic in Xara Xtreme.
Creating a Gif animation – Xara Xtreme Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 4/29/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create an animation and how to export it in gif format in Xara Xtreme.

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