The Floating Head Guy

A while back I mentioned a blog I found about movie poster design called PosterWire.com. Now this site isn’t updated often but when they do, it usually is something really interesting. Just recently they posted a video interview with poster designer Gavin Berliner. Whose is famous for the floating head design so commonly seen in movie posters. It’s a funny but interesting conversation where he talks a little bit about the thought process that goes into a poster design and how the actor and his or her level of fame influences the overall design. Here’s the link.

Also our very own Bert Monroy has a cool video tour of his Berkeley Hills Studio. I know that he recently did a complete remodel of his studio and it’s cool to see it finished. It’s neat to see an artist’s domain.

September 17th, 2008 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (1)

Where did you get that photo?

A lot of people have been commenting lately as to the nature of the images that I use. On occasion I do manage pry myself away from my desk and actually shoot stuff myself. However, that does tend to require some real effort and sometimes I just can’t (Just kidding.) No really, I do enjoy shooting although I don’t always have the shot I need for the effect I want. That’s the beauty of stock photography. Nothing makes your work day easier than letting someone else do the leg work for you. Did I just write that out loud? At any rate, I often use iStockphoto.com for my stock image needs. They have a pretty impressive collection of images. They also have illustrated graphics and even video clips, all at extremely affordable rates. You can search around for free before even purchasing. Check it out here.

September 15th, 2008 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (5)

Fire Brushes

After creating a brush pattern from a stock image of a horse, Corey applies a layer style consisting of outer and inner glows Continue Reading »

September 12th, 2008 | Corey Barker | Effects, Tools, Tutorials | Comments (82)

It’s Coming…

Ok, so this isn’t breaking news but in case you haven’t heard. Adobe will be hosting a web-only presentation of the new features in CS4 on September 23. You can be among the first to see the newest features of all the applications. This is an invitation-only event sort of. All you need to do is go here and sign up.

Also I would like to send out a big congrats to RC, my fellow Layers TV co-host whose lovely wife Jennifer delivered their first child yesterday morning. Sabine Annibel Concepcion was born on September 11 at 2:30 am. She was 7lbs, 12oz. and 21″ long.

September 12th, 2008 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (4)

Wednesday Already?

I don’t know what that is supposed to mean, but hey!! Anyway, so I am going to keep it short today because I am still traveling. I decided since I was already flying everywhere that I would stop over in Mississippi and visit some family. At this point I am just ready to get home. Agh!!!

I did want to call out a little industry bit today. Scott Kelby’s newest book: The Lightroom 2.0 Book for Digital Photograhers is available now. They hit the shelves at Photoshop World and and are goin out like crazy. The cool part there was that Scott was signing them right there in the expo, but if you couldn’t make it to Photoshop World then you can order yours here today. Also Matt Kloskowski’s newest dvd: Lightroom 2.0 Power Session is also available. Check it out here.

September 10th, 2008 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (0)

Coming Attractions

So during my sessions at Photoshop World I showed some new stuff that I had been working on. I was asked by so many if I would be posting them as tutorials on this site or anywhere else. The answer is yes. I will be, over the next few weeks, posting tutorials both here and over at the NAPP members site. So keep checking back here for the updates, and for those of you who are not yet NAPP members you can find out more here.

Also I want to thank everyone who attended Photoshop World, especially my sessions. I really had a great time and I hope you all did to. The best part of my job is meeting the members face-to-face and learning how our teaching has helped and what we can do to make it better. Hope to see you all in Boston next year!!

September 8th, 2008 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (3)

Day Three…Time To Say Goodbye

Well the third and final day has arrived and I have to say it’s just been an amazing time. We had Midnight Madness last night and boy did that get crazy. Me and the video guys pulled a fun little prank in the crowd. I will show you that soon enough. Be sure to go and check the Photoshop World photo gallery for the newest shots of all the events. Also check out Scott’s blog here to see pictures of the after hours party at House of Blues. Anyway I am off to the wrap up session.

September 6th, 2008 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (0)

Day Two…

First off, yesterday was simply awesome! The keynote was great as Adobe announced that they will unveil Creative Suite 4 on September 23. Mark your calendars. I had two of my three classes yesterday and they were a lot of fun. I hope everybody that was there enjoyed it. Of course, one of my most favorite parts is the Tech Expo. This expo is the largest in Photoshop World history with a lot of new and bigger vendors with awesome new technology. Don’t forget, if you are in the area, the Expo is open to the public today and tomorrow. It’s free if you registered for a pass online. Otherwise it’s a minimal fee at the door. Come check it out. More later. Gotta go get ready for my class.

September 5th, 2008 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (3)

It’s Day One…

Here we go. The time has come to kick off Photoshop World Las Vegas. Yesterday was pre-con day and it was a huge success. I peeked in Russell Brown’s 3D Lenticular class and it was quite fascinating. However I didn’t really have eight hours to sit through the whole thing but what I did see was quite amazing.

So I ran into John Paul Caponigro in the casino yesterday and he told me he wanted to try and do a massive Photoshop coblogging thing. Where each of the instructors that has a blog would post something of their experience here at Photoshop World each day of the event. I thought this was a great idea. Here is the link to JP’s blog which has links to other instructors blogs as well.

The other day Matt Kloskowski and I went out to Nellis Air Force base here in Las Vegas to check out the famous Thunderbirds. It was really something. We got to go in the hangar and meet some of the crew and then out to the tarmac to get some really close up shots. Click these links to see some of the shots I got. Image 1. Image 2. Image 3.

September 4th, 2008 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (5)

Vegas Baby….Again!

That’s right. I have arrived in Las Vegas and I am already running into NAPP members here for the big show. Photoshop World is only a couple days away but people are already gearing up for the big show. I am especially excited for the keynote day, that’s when things are really happening and you feel the electricity in the air. I will post photos of the event as it progresses. Stay tuned…

Here is a little inspiration for you as well. A while back someone posted a comment on the blog here about a Photoshop artist that specializes in movie posters. Being the movie fan that I am I was immediately intrigued. His name is Tomasz Opasinski. and I must say his work is really impressive. Check out his site and you will see that he has worked on some prominent feature films. I especially like his evolution page where the images fade from base art or photo to finished product. Here’s the link.

September 2nd, 2008 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (0)