Author: James Qu

James is a seasoned Photoshop expert with over 25 years of experience based in Australia. As the driving force behind PSD Vault, he authors the majority of its in-depth tutorials and insightful articles.

Dive into the exciting world of Photoshop and transform ordinary rock and city stock images into mind-blowing abstract art! In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to blend rugged natural textures with sleek urban landscapes using powerful techniques like layer masking, adjustment layers, and blending modes. Whether you’re an intermediate Photoshop user or a creative looking to craft a stunning, surreal masterpiece, this step-by-step guide will unlock your artistic potential and help you create a visually striking composition that captivates the eye. The PSD file of this tutorial is available via the PSD Vault VIP members area. This is an immediate level…

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Adobe Photoshop’s Generative Fill, powered by Firefly AI, has redefined photo editing since its 2023 beta launch. This tool lets you add, remove, or expand image elements using text prompts, streamlining creative workflows. However, bugs like greyed-out buttons, error messages, and blurry outputs can frustrate users. Personally, I encountered numerous generative fill bugs since using it back in 2024. I’ve crafted this guide to address common Photoshop AI Generative Fill bugs, offering practical fixes. I hope this article will help you troubleshoot and optimise your projects. Why Generative Fill Bugs Occur Generative Fill relies on cloud-based AI, making it sensitive…

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Removing backgrounds is a key skill for creating stunning visuals, whether for product photography, portraits, or graphic design. The Quick Selection Tool in Photoshop 2025 makes this process fast and beginner-friendly, with enhanced AI-driven edge detection and smoother selections. In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through removing backgrounds using the Quick Selection Tool, highlight its improvements in Photoshop 2025, and share tips, tricks, and potential shortcomings. Why Use the Quick Selection Tool in Photoshop 2025? The Quick Selection Tool is ideal for isolating subjects by automatically detecting edges based on colour, texture, and contrast. Photoshop 2025 introduces improvements like enhanced…

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Photoshop’s latest update brings an exciting new tool to the table: Live Gradients. This feature revolutionises the way we generate backgrounds in Photoshop. With Live Gradients, creating stunning, dynamic gradient effect. Let’s dive into how this tool can transform your workflow and elevate your designs. What Are Live Gradients? Live Gradients are an advanced version of the traditional gradient tool. They allow you to create and edit gradients in real-time. This means you can adjust colours, opacity, and direction on the fly. Moreover, you can generate background in Photoshop with more precision and creativity than before. Also Live Gradients automatically…

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