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How Do You Make a Wood Texture in Photoshop?

Last updated on January 25, 2023 @ 4:20 pm

Tutorial: How to Create a Wooden Text Effect in Photoshop

In this tutorial, we’ll learn how to create a realistic wooden text effect in Photoshop. We’ll start by creating the background texture using a combination of Photoshop’s default textures and some layer styles.

Then we’ll add the text and apply some layer styles to it to give it the appearance of being carved out of wood. Finally, we’ll add some finishing touches by adding a few more details and effects.

Let’s get started!

Step 1: Create the Background Texture

We’ll start by creating the background texture. First, create a new Photoshop document with a white background.

Then, go to Edit > Fill and fill the background layer with white. Next, go to Filter > Noise > Add Noise. Add noise with the following settings:

  • Amount: 15%
  • Distribution: Gaussian
  • Monochromatic: Checked

Step 2: Add a Texture Layer & Apply a Layer Mask

PRO TIP: This note is to warn you about the possible dangers of using Photoshop to create a wood texture. While it is possible to create a wood texture in Photoshop, it is also possible to create a very realistic-looking fake wood texture. If you are not careful, you could end up with a fake wood texture that looks so realistic that it could fool someone into thinking it is the real thing.
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