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Photoshop Brushes / 21 May 2024

30+ Best Photoshop Overlays (Free & Pro)

If you enjoy using effects to make your photos look more magical, then you’ll fall in love with this collection of Photoshop overlays.

With Photoshop overlays, you can add cool effects to your photos with just a few clicks. Whether it’s to add snow, a romantic bokeh, smoke effects, or a classic vintage look, there are many different types of overlays you can experiment with.

You’ll find some of the best of all those types of Photoshop overlays in our handpicked collection below. These are perfect for editing photos, designing posters, flyers, and various other graphic design projects.

Most overlays on the list come in JPG and PNG formats. You’ll be able to use them in Photoshop and other photo editing apps such as Affinity Photo. Have a look and remember to download the free templates too.

Premiere Pro Templates / 21 May 2024

30+ Best Cinematic LUTs (For a Film & Cinema Look)

Today, we’re bringing you a collection of beautiful cinematic LUTs for giving a true film look to your videos and photography.

With these LUTs, you can instantly give a professional look that will make your videos look like they were produced by a Hollywood filmmaker. They will also speed up your color-grading process.

In this post, you’ll find lots of different styles of LUTs with cinematic and film looks for all types of content. While most of them are specially optimized for videos, you can use these LUTs to enhance photos as well.

We included both pro and free LUTs in this list. Be sure to download them all.

Reviews / 21 May 2024

Envato Elements vs Shutterstock: Pros, Cons & Differences

When it comes to stock photos, Shutterstock is a name recognized by people around the world. It’s a behemoth of a company that dominates the royalty-free image market.

Or, at least that’s what the case used to be for many years. Today, there are many other platforms that offer access to similar stock photo libraries at a much more affordable price, like Envato Elements.

So, which platform is best for stock photos and graphics? Do you actually get unlimited downloads with the Envato Elements subscription? When should you use Shutterstock instead of Envato Elements?

Let’s take a closer look at these two platforms to compare the differences as well as the pros and cons to find answers to these questions.

Google Docs Templates / 20 May 2024

How to Insert a Text Box in Google Docs

Text boxes can significantly enhance the functionality and design of your documents in Google Docs by allowing you to highlight information, create callouts, or visually separate text from the main content.

While Google Docs does not have a direct method to insert traditional text boxes as seen in other word processors, you can achieve a similar effect using the Drawing tool or tables.

In this quick guide, we will walk you through each method and provide detailed tips to maximize the effectiveness of text boxes in your documents. Let’s get started.

Software / 17 May 2024

How to Use AI in Photoshop: Tips, Tools & Techniques

Adobe revolutionized the way we use Photoshop by introducing some incredible AI-powered tools to the photo editing app.

The tasks that took hours and days to complete can now be done in just a few seconds with some text prompts, allowing even complete beginners to create unique art and graphics without having to watch Photoshop tutorials or take expensive courses.

Today, we take a look at these new AI features in Photoshop to show you how to take advantage of them to supercharge your workflow and create unique designs that you never even dreamed of.

Let’s get started.

Flyer Templates / 16 May 2024

50+ Best Event Flyer Templates (+ Flyer Printing Tips)

Designing an amazing flyer is an effective way to get everyone excited about a party or an event. You can find a great flyer design to promote your next event from this collection of party and club flyer templates.

You don’t have to be a designer to make a professional-looking party flyer (we’ve written about how to design your own flyer before). But for an even quicker solution, these pre-made templates come with attractive designs made by professionals. All you have to do is open the template with Photoshop or Illustrator and edit them.

Whether you’re planning a summer beach party, a birthday party, or a club night, this collection has a template for every fun occasion. Plus, we’re sharing tips for printing your flyer as well.

Font Collections / 16 May 2024

25+ Best Monoline Fonts for Creative Design Projects

Monoline fonts offer a variety of aesthetic options that can adapt to different themes and purposes. And today, we explore a carefully curated collection of the best monoline fonts available.

Characterized by their consistent line weight, monoline fonts are relatively simple but can add an edge of sophistication to your designs. Be it a monoline script font to offer a touch of elegance and finesse, or a monoline cursive font to channel exceptional vibrancy without sacrificing clarity; our collection embraces them all.

With the right monoline font, you can achieve a cohesive, polished look that resonates with your audience and enhances your design vision. Find your favorite in the list below.

Photoshop Brushes / 15 May 2024

35+ Best Photoshop Smoke Brushes

Have you ever wondered how designers create those beautiful smoke effects in posters and photo manipulations? Well, all you need is a quality Photoshop smoke brush and you can create those same effects all by yourself.

A smoke brush can be quite useful on many different occasions, whether it’s for adding a bit of artificial smoke to a cup of coffee, creating a fog-like effect, or adding a stylish fading effect for a poster.

We browsed the web and handpicked a collection of the best Photoshop smoke brushes you can use to create all kinds of smoke effects. These will be great additions to your arsenal of graphic elements.

Logo Templates / 15 May 2024

20+ Best Restaurant Logo Ideas & Templates (Free & Pro)

A well-crafted logo sets the tone for the dining experience, instantly communicating your restaurant’s style, cuisine, and ambiance. We’ll help you find that perfect logo for your establishment.

We’ve carefully curated a selection of templates and restaurant logo ideas that will inspire your branding journey. Whether you’re running a cozy café, a fine dining establishment, or a trendy food truck, these professional logo designs will help you make a memorable first impression.

Each template has been chosen for its versatility, adaptability, and ability to represent a wide range of restaurant themes, from sleek and modern to rustic and vintage. We made sure to include a few free templates too. Have a look.

Font Collections / 14 May 2024

25+ Best Pencil Fonts for Handwritten-Style Typography

Pencil fonts are the go-to choice for designing typography with a hand-crafted look and feel. They add a delightful and personalized look to designs that can’t be achieved with any other font.

Unlike most other types of fonts, it’s the imperfections of the hand-drawn lettering that give pencil fonts their unique identity. It’s what makes them an ideal choice for personal branding designs, children’s book covers, and greeting cards that evoke emotions.

Here, we have a whole bunch of those imperfect pencil fonts that are perfect for your various design projects. There are both premium and free pencil fonts in this collection. Be sure to download them all.

Reviews / 14 May 2024

Envato Elements vs Motion Array: Which to Choose in 2025?

If you’re a freelancer or content creator looking for an all-in-one place to download stock videos, music, templates, and graphics, Motion Array and Envato Elements are two of the best platforms worth considering.

Both these platforms offer unlimited access to their entire collection of digital assets for a single price, but their unique features, plugins, and subscription offerings set them apart.

So, what makes Envato Elements different from Motion Array? Who should use them? Which platform offers the best value for your money?

In this post, we dive deep to explore these two giant marketplaces to find all the answers. Let’s get started.

Google Docs Templates / 13 May 2024

How to Make Columns in Google Docs

In Google Docs, one of the simplest yet most powerful tools for improving document layout is the use of columns.

Effective document design can significantly enhance the readability and engagement of your content. Whether you are crafting newsletters, academic articles, or event programs, columns can help organize your content in a visually appealing way.

In this comprehensive guide, we will explore how to add columns in Google Docs and provide detailed tips for optimizing your document’s structure using this feature.