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How Do You Make a Galaxy in Photoshop?

Last updated on September 23, 2022 @ 9:14 pm

Galaxies are fascinating astronomical objects, and many people want to know how to create them in Photoshop. While there are many ways to create a galaxy, here is one method that can produce stunning results.

First, create a new Photoshop document. Then, use the “Paint Bucket” tool to fill the background with black.

Next, create a new layer and use the “Gradient” tool to draw a radial gradient from the center of the document outward. The gradient should be black in the center and light blue at the edges.

Now, we need to add some stars. Create a new layer and use the “Brush” tool to paint white dots throughout the image.

Make sure to vary the sizes of the dots to create a more realistic effect. Once you’re finished, set this layer’s “Blend Mode” to “Screen”.

PRO TIP: This note is to warn you about the Galaxy in Photoshop tutorial. The tutorial is not meant for beginners and can be confusing. If you are not familiar with Photoshop, it is recommended that you find another tutorial or ask someone for help.

Finally, we need to add some nebulae. Nebulae are clouds of interstellar gas and dust. To create them, first create a new layer.

Then, use the “Pen” tool to draw some irregular shapes in various colors. Once you’re happy with your nebulae, set this layer’s “Blend Mode” to “Soft Light”.

That’s it! You’ve now created a beautiful galaxy in Photoshop.

Experiment with different colors and gradients to see what other effects you can achieve.

How Do You Make a Galaxy in Photoshop?

While there are many ways to create a galaxy in Photoshop, one method is to first create a new document. Then fill the background with black using the Paint Bucket tool. Next, create a new layer and use the Gradient tool to draw a radial gradient from the center of the document outward – make sure the gradient is black in the center and light blue at the edges.

Now we need to add some stars – so create another new layer and use the Brush tool to paint white dots throughout the image (varying their sizes for realism). Once you’re finished, set this layer’s Blend Mode to Screen. Finally, add nebulae – these are clouds of interstellar gas and dust which you can represent by creating another new layer and drawing irregular shapes in various colors using the Pen tool; once you’re happy with your nebulae set this layer’s Blend Mode to Soft Light.

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