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*This discount also applies to renewals and extensions to active accounts*
Membership allows you to download everything I have and that I place on the website for the next year...whether Photoshop presets, video tutorials, Digital Scrapbooking tools and embellishments, whatever... and commercial use is always OK.
Thanks for your support, Folks... and my family thanks you, too. ;-) ~Al Ward~
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ActionFx HDR Mimic Actions : 4 Dynamic Actions for Adobe Photoshop CS3
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ActionFx HDR Mimic Actions for Adobe Photoshop CS3 : 4 Action Set
New Photo Actions - Submitted 07/03/09
As many of my Twitter followers and Facebook friends will atttest, I've been working with bracketing and HDR photography a lot lately. Every evening it seems I'm grabbing the camera and heading out the door: I simply love it!
Since I started posting my HDR creations online, however, I get the inevitable question 'Hey Al, do you have any actions that will create similar HDR effects on a single photo?' HDR uses a series of photos of the same scene at different exposures, and though not difficult once you get the hang of it, many simply don't have time to learn or have a camera that will take bracketed series shots.
This set of 4 Actions is designed to assist you in generating those dynamic HDR effects you have seen, all on a single photo. I enjoy working with building/nature scenes when doing my own photos, but feel free to experiment on other scene types as well.
These work best on large images: 300 ppi preferably.
NOTE: These actions work fine in CS3, but NOT CS4. CS4 versions will be forthcoming... stay tuned.
Click Here for more Photo Actions
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AFX Paper Lines |
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Posted 06/29/09: Blue Lined Paper Styles
By Request: A new member asked if I could create some layer styles to aid in the creation of realistic blue lined paper digitally. These Layer Styles are the result, and I will certainly make more if they are needed.
Here's the breakdown:
- 3 Layer Styles
- 1 downloadable Zip file
- Blue Lines on both Yellow and White Backgrounds
- Designed for use on high resolution images (300 ppi)
- Use for Text, Frames, Shapes, Brushes or ANY layer-based object for quick paper effects
- Tested in Photoshop CS2, CS3 and CS4: Also in Elements 5, 6 and 7
Members may download the Paper Lines Style Set here
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Today's Feature: Digital Scrapbooking Actions and Embellishments |
I get asked constantly 'what does your site offer Digital or Hybrid Scrapbook Creators?' The truth is there is far more in the members area than general Photoshop and Elements Presets. To give you an idea of what you can expect and have access to as a member. I'm featuring some of my DS offerings here. There are more on the way, but keep in mind that ALL of these are included with the price of membership, as well as the thousands of other tools in my database for Photographers, Digital Artists, Web Designers, Print Media creators and so forth. Others charge $10 or more for just a few tools... here you get EVERYTHING I have to offer. I do this for a couple reasons: to make this resource valuable to you and your work, and to feed my family. Scroll down and take a look at some of the samples available to members, and you decide if it is worth your time and if what I have available can be used to further your designs or even your career. As always, thank you for your support! If you find these tools useful, then please help me get the word out. Have a wonderful day! ~Al Ward~ |
ActionFx Pearls -Back By Popular Demand!
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ActionFx Pearl Actions
With these actions you can create Pearls, pearl strings, pearl loops and even pearl butterflies. These are easily resized and recolored for whatever application you need them for. Simply drag and drop the pearls into the document you are working on.
- 6 Actions in this set
- Create Realistic Pearls, pearl strings (strait and curved), pearl loops and even pearl butterflies
- Save the new pearl images for your own work or for distribution
- Resize as needed
Tested in both Photoshop CS2 and CS3
Commercial Use OK!
<< Click Here To Download Zip File >>
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AFX Dynamic Gems: 20 Gem Creating Actions
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AFX 20 Dynamic Gem Actions
I told a few members that I would continue refining the gem creating actions, and here are the results of those experiments. Each action creates a new 300 ppi image (between 3 and 2 inches square, depending on the effect) and generates the gem from scratch... no user input required. Multiple color variations included including B/W only for easy coloring and conforming to your designs. These are easily resized as needed, and make great sequins as well.
Here's the breakdown on the new gem creating actions:
- 20 Actions in this set
- Create Realistic Gems with one click of the mouse
- Easily resize and piece them together for strings of jewelry
- Use as buttons or other embellishments for your designs
- Each action creates a 300 ppi image
- Transparent Background
- Save as a .png for later use or distribution
- Resize, alter, or edit as needed
Tested in both Photoshop CS2 and CS3
Commercial Use OK!
<< Click Here To Download Zip File >>
AFX 20 More Dynamic Gem Actions
Here are a few more gems for you. I've been experimenting with insets a bit, so a few of these actions create silver/gold borders around the gem. Each action creates a new 300 ppi image (between 3 and 2 inches square, depending on the effect) and generates the gem from scratch... no user input required. Multiple color variations included including B/W only for easy coloring and conforming to your designs. These are easily resized as needed, and make great sequins as well.
Here's the breakdown on the new gem creating actions:
- 8 Actions in this set
- Create Realistic Gems with one click of the mouse
- Easily resize and piece them together for strings of jewelry
- Use as buttons or other embellishments for your designs
- Each action creates a 300 ppi image
- Transparent Background
- Save as a .png for later use or distribution
- Resize, alter, or edit as needed
Tested in both Photoshop CS2 and CS3
Commercial Use OK!
<< Click Here To Download Zip File >>
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AFX Photoshop CS3 Spirograph Actions (Tested in CS2, CS3 and CS4)
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6 Incredible Spirograph/Lace Generating Tools
Attention Digital Scrapbookers:
Those of you who have been members of ActionFx for awhile may recall a series of actions I did in the past that generated Spirograph style designs, which could then be turned into lace designs and objects, brushes, shapes and so forth. Those were created specifically for Photoshop CS2, and really do not play well with other incarnations of the software. I've corrected that in this group of actions, so I'm happy to introduce (drumroll please)...
The NEW and IMPROVED Spirograph and Lace Generating Actions!!!
There are 6 actions in this set. The first two are designed to generate the same effect/image everytime... just basic spirograph patterns you may be familiar with from your childhood. Where this set really shines is with the last 4 actions. They are designed to turn any custom shape into MULTIPLE spirograph and lace style images. Each action creates lines of differing thickness, so for those very intricate designs you will want to use the last action in the set.
I did say multiple designs, and I meant it: at varying stages during action playback, the action will create a duplicate image and from that generate an even more complex pattern. When you run the last 4 actions you will end up with 4-5 distinct designs from a single shape that you can then save as a .png file for later use or distribution, define as a brush for painting or as a custom shape to add to your Photoshop aresnal of tools. The examples you see here are just a few of the millions of designs you can achieve with these incredible actions.
Here's the breakdown on the new Spirograph actions:
- 6 Actions in this set
- Easily resize and place in your designs
- Use as embellishments for your DS Kits
- Each action creates a 300 ppi image
- Save as a .png for later use or distribution
- Define as brushes and shapes to create your own tools
- Tested in Photoshop CS4, CS3 and CS2
- Commercial Use OK
<< Click Here To Download Zip File >>
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Here they come: Return of the Shapes!
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Quite awhile back I had a server space conflict, and as a result many of my presets were lost to cyberspace. Those server issues have been resolved so the shapes and brushes are in the process of making a big comeback!
First up: 820 Custom Shapes of varied themes:
- Old Style Geometrics
- People Silhouettes/ Activities
- Money
- Animals: Assoreted
- A large collection of Horses and Horse themed Shapes
- Shamrocks
- Graduation
- Many more...!
- 41 Sets in this activation, 20 shapes per set
These make wonderful additions to Digital Scrapbooking Kits or for the creation of personalized embellishments. You can also use them to dress up Photos, frames, use them in masks, whatever you like. Even convert them to brushes and paint with them if you so choose.
Members may access the download links to the newly activated shapes HERE
Stay tuned... there is much more on the way. ;-)
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10 New Dynamic Filtering Effects Actions |
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Als-PhotoTools-Dynamics_007 : 10 Action Set
New Photo Actions - Submitted 06/17/09
This action set contains 10 filter variation actions: primarily Soft Toned Filtering Effects.They work well with portrait photos but also with landscapes or other photo styles.
The actions in these sets are:
AFX Stark/Subtle BW Variations
- Al_Dynamics-0061
- Al_Dynamics-0062
- Al_Dynamics-0063
- Al_Dynamics-0064
- Al_Dynamics-0065
- Al_Dynamics-0066
- Al_Dynamics-0067
- Al_Dynamics-0068
- Al_Dynamics-0069
- Al_Dynamics-0070
Click Here for more Photo Actions
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10 New Dynamic Filtering Effects Actions |
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Als-PhotoTools-Dynamics_006 : 10 Action Set
New Photo Actions - Submitted 06/17/09
This action set contains 10 filter variation actions: primarily Black and White effects and some subtle coloring.They work well with portrait photos but also with landscapes or other photo styles.
The actions in these sets are:
AFX Stark/Subtle BW Variations
- Al_Dynamics-0051
- Al_Dynamics-0052
- Al_Dynamics-0053
- Al_Dynamics-0054
- Al_Dynamics-0055
- Al_Dynamics-0056
- Al_Dynamics-0057
- Al_Dynamics-0058
- Al_Dynamics-0059
- Al_Dynamics-0060
Click Here for more Photo Actions
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ActionFx Digital Scrapbooking Alphas
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I've been asked if I have any ready made Alpha sets. The answer is most definitely! I have 120 full 12x12 page Alphabet/Number character sets ready to be cropped and placed into your designs. Multiple fonts, patterns, textures, including many vibrant floral/glossy Alphas such as the one seen in the example.
All my alphas are on Transperant backgrounds, so their is no chocolate mess. ;-) As always, Commercial Use is ok. What would you spend for just a few Alphas on other sites? For the price of a membership you have access to EVERYTHING I have. Enjoy!
groovy-delic_0008: zipped .png file for easy downloading
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10 New Dynamic Filtering Effects Actions |
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Als-PhotoTools-Dynamics_005 : 10 Action Set
New Photo Actions - Submitted 06/17/09
This action set contains 10 filter variation actions: primarily Black and White effects.They work well with portrait photos but also with landscapes or other photo styles.
The actions in these sets are:
AFX Stark/Subtle BW Variations
Click Here for more Photo Actions
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20 Free Digital Buttons - Download Now
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20 New Digital Buttons for Digital Scrapbooking
Greetings everyone...
Today's freebie is a zip file of 20 digitized buttons for use in Digital Scrapbooing or other designs. Each is a high resolution .PNG file with a transparent background (2.5 in x 2.5 in) for easy drag-n-drop placement in your designs. As always, commercial use is OK.\
Download The Free Buttons HERE
There are literally hundreds more available for instant download for Members of ActionFx. For the price of what just a few of these embellishments cost on other websites, you can have instant access to 125,000 Photoshop and Elements Presets, Digital Scrapbooking Embellishments and Online Training Videos starting today FOR A FULL YEAR. Also, by joining, renewing or extending your membership to ActionFx now you will get a $20 discount off the normal 1 year membership price. Click Here to Join Now
For those of you who are already members, you can access the Members Area Buttons HERE
Thank you for your support... more on the way!
~Al Ward, Author of 'Photoshop For Right Brainers: 3rd Edition', Sybex Publishing~
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50 New 12x12 Overlays : Activated 06/22/09
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50 New High Resolution 12x12 Overlays
Greetings everyone...
Here are the first 10 sets (5 per set) of Semi-Transparent Overlays in this cycle. There are a total of 50 overlays in this activation, with several hundred additional high-quality, high-resolution semi-transparent texture images on the way. Due to the size of these files I've divided them into 10 seperate Zip files, with 5 Overlays per set.
These will keep you busy for awhile!
50 New Texture Overlays in 5 Sets
12 x 12, 300 ppi
Perfect for Background Papers and Grunging Up Photos
Variety of Textures, Center Faded
Hi-Res .PNG
Semi Transparent
Commercial Use OK
The examples seen in the image are just a few 12x12 papers I used some of the overlays on so you could get an idea of the types of textures and effects available. Use them to create photo overlays as well!
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AFX Zinger Styles - Sets 09, 10, 11 and 12 |
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200 Dynamic 'Zinger' Layer Styles for Type and Embellishments
This bunch of 200 Layer Styles comprise the 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th sets in a series of dynamic 'one click' effects created to add that extra edge to your designs that your competitor's work seems to be lacking. Unzip the downloaded files to any folder on your computer, load a Style set into Photoshop or Elements, select a layer (type or other object) and click a style button. Your object or text will be instantly transformed into a dynamic version in less than a second.
Here's the breakdown:
- 200 Styles in all (4 sets of 50)
- 4 downloadable Zip files
- Designed for use on high resolution images (300 ppi)
- Use for Text, Frames, Shapes, Brushes or ANY layer-based object for quick, stunning effects
- Tested in Photoshop CS2, CS3 and CS4: Also in Elements 5, 6 and 7
Members may download the 9th Style Set here
Members may download the 10th Style Set here
Members may download the 11th Style Set here
Members may download the 12th Style Set here
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1650 Old Style Shapes Activated
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Hi everyone-
I've just activated 1650 shapes... old style silhouettes, plants, animals, objects and more. These create wonderful background designs for 12x12 papers, or tweak the. however you like to generate your own digital embellishments!
High Resolution and ready to incorporate into your work.
Tested in Photoshop CS2, CS3, CS4 and Elements 5, 6 and 7.
More on the way, so stay tuned!
Click Here to access the download links
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10 Fancy Papers - 12x12, 300 ppi for easy printing! |
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I have hundreds of background papers I've created over the past couple years, and have decided to make all these available to members. Each design is my own creation, and as allways commercial use is ok.
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50 New 12x12 Overlays : AFX_Overlays_0409-003.zip
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Greetings everyone...
Here is the THIRD set of 50 Semi-Transparent Overlays I'm placing online over the next couple days. There are a total of 500 in this massive upload. Due to the size of these files I've dicided them into 10 seperate Zip files, with 50 Overlays per set.
50 New Texture Overlays
12 x 12, 300 ppi
Perfect for Papers and Photos
Mostly Cloth, Stone, and Wood
Hi-Res .PNG
Semi Transparent
Commercial Use OK
AFX_Overlays_0409-003.zip
The examples seen in the image are just a few 12x12 papers I used some of the overlays on so you could get an idea of the types of textures and effects available. Use them to create photo overlays as well!
Members Click HERE to Download
If you are visiting on April 15, 2009, be sure to take advantage of the Tax Day 1 Year Membership Special. Join, Renew or Extend your account now for only $39.95. This will only last for the next 24 hours or so. Join/Renew HERE.
As always, thank you for your support. Take care... more on the way! ~Al Ward~
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New Actions DVD By Al Ward - Electronic Download Also Available HERE |
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You asked for it, and now it is here!
Actions and Automation in Photoshop CS4 by Al Ward
110 Minutes of training from the world's foremost expert on actions.
Al has created more than 100,000 actions commercially over 10 years!
From PhotoshopCafe.com:
"Imagine never having to do the same thing twice in Photoshop! Record an action once and use it over and over again. You will learn all there is to know about creating and using actions. Then really kick it into high-gear and learn all about batch processing. You can apply actions to thousands of images automatically. This means that your computer is doing all the work, while you are away doing something else. For the first time ever, Actions Guru, Al Ward shares all his secrets on actions and automation. You will be amazed at the things you can do with actions!"
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It has been a long time coming, but the new Actions and Automation in Photoshop CS4 DVD I've been working on is complete. This DVD covers the most requested training topics I receive on an almost daily basis. Here's some information about the new DVD:
- This fast loading DVD ROM contains 110 minutes of brand new sharp video.
- The advanced interface allows the user to instantly jump to any of the 39 lessons with complete control over the playback, so you can follow along at your own pace!
- Free bonus actions are included on the disk
- Also Available for Electronic Download
- This information is compatible with Photoshop 7, CS, CS2, CS3 AND CS4
The new DVD is available at the PhotoshopCafe - Click Here to view the DVD page (page includes topic list)
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500 Floral/Leafy Brushes |
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500 New Floral Brushes: Leaves, Petals, Stems, Old Style, More
Activated 04.07.09
Hi everyone- I've just activated 500 Custom Flower/floral brushes, and they are ready to download now. Just in time for those Spring Designs!
To better manage your ActionFx presets, I suggest you check out the Tumasoft Preset Viewer.
Each set has 20 brushes of varied sizes. These work wonderfully for photo embellishments or Digital Scrapbooking layouts.
Here's the breakdown:
- 500 Custom Brushes in all
- Many Design Styles
- Divided into 25 sets of 20 Brushes each
- Easily converted transparent .png files
- Use with the ActionFx Layer Styles for some very dynamic creations!
You may view examples/captures of all 25 sets HERE. Download links are also provided for members: no need to navigate to the Members Area to get them. Enjoy!
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The MUST HAVE Software for ActionFx.com Members!
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AFX-ComicPrints-2009-01.atn - 8 New Portrait Enhancing/Altering Actions |
AFX-ComicPrints-2009-01
New Photo Actions - Submitted 01/01/09
Happy New Year!
This set of Photo altering actions turn your images into an assortment of comic book prints. Once the actions have run, add pop-up bubbles and text for a real comic book feel!
There are 8 actions in this set. Alter the color as needed... the variations are limited only by your imagination!
Tested in Photoshop CS2,CS3 and CS4!
Commercial Use OK.
Members can download this Action Set here
Click Here for more Photo Actions
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