Photoshop Tutorial: 1980s Vintage Tee Design for DTF Printing

In this comprehensive Photoshop tutorial, we'll dive deep into the techniques required to create stunning 1980s vintage tee designs. Perfect for screen printing and Harley Davidson graphics, this step-by-step guide will elevate your design skills to a professional level.
From converting layers into Smart Objects to using advanced blending modes, we'll cover everything you need to know to create eye-catching, retro-inspired tees. Follow along and learn how to transform your designs with precision and creativity.
In this tutorial, you will learn:
✅How to convert an image layer into a Smart Object for non-destructive editing.
✅Using Hue/Saturation adjustments to remove color and create a grayscale base.
✅Creating and filling a new layer with solid color, then setting the blending mode to "Hard Mix".
✅Incorporating a black and white adjustment layer to assign different gray values to your image.
✅Utilizing the Shadows and Highlights adjustment to bring out intricate details.
✅Applying the Camera Raw Filter for effective noise reduction.
✅Using the Unsharp Mask feature to achieve an illustrated look.
✅Adding noise and Gaussian blur to create a vintage, grainy effect.
✅Creating new solid layers for shadow, mid-tone, and highlight colors.
✅Using the "Blend If" sliders to target specific gray values with these colors.
✅Introducing alternate shadow and mid-tone colors with clipping masks and the pencil tool.
✅Duplicating color layers to apply consistent colors across different parts of the image.
✅Adding elements such as typography, stars, and radiant glow to enhance the design.
✅Deciding where to apply different colors using the pencil tool.
✅Adding additional elements that match the color palette of the design.
✅Copying the completed design onto a t-shirt blank using the "Select Color Range" tool and inverting the selection for shadows.
✅Applying a grungy texture to the design using the "Blend if" feature and masks.
Whether you're a seasoned designer or just starting out, this tutorial offers valuable insights and practical tips to help you master the art of vintage tee design.
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[@ganemonster]

Yo thats to fast i dont get it. Please make another video more slower. Thanks for sharing this by the way..

[@transfersuperstars]

Our apologies, we'll slow it down in the future.

[@MightyGunzTV]

I am definitely not a photoshop pro... taking it at a slower pace and step by step is muuuuuch easier to follow. There was a lot of really fast clicking going on lol. Design turned out great!

[@transfersuperstars]

Thanks for sharing! We'll try to slow it down some.

[@TACDetective]

Great video, the background music could do with turning down a bit as it was louder than the ladies voice. Out of interest, can you use Harley Davidson in a piece without getting a cease and desist please?

[@transfersuperstars]

We'll turn it down, sorry about that. You cannot use Harley Davidson without permission if you are selling the shirt. Its Intellectual property.