You can have lots of fun with filters, blending modes and brushes – and the great thing is, they’re easy to use. A vibrant portrait effect like this might look complicated, but it’s actually pretty simple to pull off, and in this video tutorial we’ll explain how. We’ve supplied a starting image, although it’s more fun to use your own – any portrait will do, but it helps if the subject is against a clear, bright backdrop.
Aside from learning this effect, you’ll get to grips with useful Photoshop features like Smart Objects. These are key to a non-destructive workflow, as they allow you to keep filter effects editable, so you can go back and tweak settings or try a new effect at any stage in your workflow. We’ve used…