Original Cute | Vicki Walters (oldvwblues)
AnnaTeamer, Vicki recolors elements using a variety of techniques as outlined below.
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1. Apply Layer Styles. See the following 2 examples.
Additional Settings
Bevel and Emboss: Inner Bevel, Smooth, Depth 165%, Size 5, Direction Down. The angle is 120 degrees. The remaining settings are default.
Gradient Overlay: The gradient should be set to to a normal blend mode and 100% opacity. Adjust your angle as desired. Custom gradients may be created to coordinate with your project.
Outer Glow and Satin: Default settings brighten alter the contrast of the effect.
2. Gradient Map. Go to Image> Adjustments> Gradient Map.
3. Hue and Saturation. Go to Image > Adjustments > Hue/Saturation and check the Colorize box. Adjust the sliders for the hue, saturation and lightness as desired.
