Design an abstract wallpaper

Mix images and shapes to create your own desktop décor

Each year we become more connected to our computers. Since we’re inexorably drawn to our machines again and again, why not add some flair to your desktop background? Sure, you can download the latest wallpapers showcasing your favourite pop band, sports team or comic-book heroine. But armed with Photoshop Elements, you can produce your own! Starting with a completely blank canvas can be intimidating even for the most seasoned designer or artist. We’ll ease your way into the creative process by beginning with a large blur. From here you’ll place and blend in some of the main elements, including wavy lines, a fractal image and a model’s face. Layer masks, blend modes and adjustment layers will be employed to fuse everything together before continuing. You’ll next add colour glows. The Gradient tool…

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