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Create a Letterpress Effect in Photoshop: A Smart, Editable Technique for Designers & Creators

Love the tactile charm of letterpress printing but not the price tag? This class shows you how to digitally recreate the timeless, indented look of traditional letterpress—right in Adobe Photoshop.

Using just a few simple tools, including blend modes and smart layers, you'll learn how to make beautiful, editable mockups that mimic the depth and texture of real letterpress prints. Whether you're working with typography, logos, or illustration, this effect can elevate your work without the cost of custom printing.

In this class, you’ll learn how to:

• Create a realistic letterpress effect using blend modes in Photoshop

• Build a smart PSD template that lets you swap designs with ease

• Use textures to add realism and surface detail

• Control lighting and consistency across your design

• Experiment with typography, logos, or downloaded graphics for endless possibilities

This technique is fast, flexible, and surprisingly easy—even if you’re brand new to Photoshop.

Who This Class Is For:
Ideal for graphic designers, typographers, brand designers, and creatives of all levels. Beginners will love the simplicity, and experienced users may pick up useful tips for mockup design and texture workflows.

Tools & Software You’ll Use:

• Adobe Photoshop

• Free downloadable textures (linked in class)

• Any image, logo, or text you'd like to apply the effect to

Class Runtime: Approximately 20 minutes

Please Note: This class was originally created for Skillshare.com. I understand that the Skillshare subscription model doesn’t work for everyone, so I’m now offering individual class purchases directly through my website. Because of this, you won’t be able to post projects, or receive feedback, but you will get full access to all class videos and content.

While I’m proud of the material, this class was originally recorded in 2016. It’s in 1080p, with mostly modern-looking screen captures, but please note that some of the audio and video quality do not reflect the higher standards I produce today. You can preview this for yourself in the class trailer on YouTube or sample the class through a provided video clip below.

Since the content is still highly valuable, I’m offering this class at a deeply discounted rate. I hope you’ll check it out!
Sample Video:
https://tinyurl.com/LetterpressSample

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