Now, we are going to Duplicate the Color Lookup layer, bringing it above the original, and then Invert the layer mask using Control-I. Starting our color grade, we have a Color Lookup adjustment layer set to Multiply and a 38% Opacity. Also add a Blend If setting similar to what you see here: Step 3 Mine is usually a combination of the Pen Tool and Select and Mask, though any method works! Step 2

Go ahead and place your subject if you have one, extracting using your preferred method. This color grade will give our composition a high-contrast deep blue atmosphere! Step 1 Now, we are going to create a new group called “Color Grade” that will stay above all of our current and future layers. Go ahead and Group the base background layers together, naming the group “Background” 2. Let’s finish off the base with a new layer set to Overlay and paint some white right in the middle of the canvas with a soft round brush. You can lower the Opacity of the layer if the effect is too intense. Set the Brightness to -60 and the Contrast to -50.Īnd then go to Image > Adjustments > Hue/Saturation, setting the Saturation to -100. Now, let's do some quick color correction, starting with Image > Adjustments > Brightness/Contrast. This will make it so that we can adjust or remove the settings later if we need to. And we are going to need to! Step 2 Right Click > Convert to Smart Object if the layer is not already a smart object. Let’s start by dragging and dropping a stock image of some grey stormy clouds onto the canvas. Enlarge and transform the clouds to where they best fit the canvas.

We’ll be creating our storm composite on a new 2200 by 3200 px canvas. To complete this project, you will need the following resources:įind more resources on Envato Elements! 1. How to Create a Cloud Effect Backgroundįirst, we will be laying down a set of clouds as a base for our storm! Step 1

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