When it comes to creative image design, Adobe Photoshop is one of the best graphics applications available in the world today. That is not to say, however, that it cannot be improved via the use of nifty add-in filters and tools. This tutorial details the usage of one such plug-in, Sinedots, and shows how you can use the power of mathematics to create some pretty darned nifty abstract graphics - useful for forum signatures and psychedelic imagery.

Create a firey locus scene. Good base for desktop wallpapers.

Learn how to make a simple glow waves effect in photoshop.

In this tutorial, we'll learn to create a swirled lines effect for use in surreal/abstract artwork. The benefits of such a tutorial can be applied in collage work or any other abstract artwork.

Check out this tutorial to learn how to make a good metal texture in just a few simple steps.

Learn how to make a techno style texture

In this tutorial, we'll learn to create a background image that looks like multiple folds of silk fabric. This is a great effect and technique for your collage artwork, as it is easy to blend or fade in with other elements of a collage piece.

Create a cool, abstract background effect using this tutorial.

Make a coooooool metalic effect by using the gradient tool.

Create this Gazing Outburst in photoshop using a simple technique.