Photoshop templates are a great way of transforming your images instantly into something more eye-catching and professional-looking.
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1. The Vintage Template
A vintage effect template for Photoshop is a nifty little tool to have to hand. You can achieve an authentic aged look in an instant, adding retro character to modern digital photos.
Vintage Blur Effect (PSD)
This vintage template is like taking a step into the past. Its blur effect looks authentic and fills your photos with the little imperfections that are a hallmark of older photography.
Vintage Photo Mockups (PSD)
Mockup packs provide great resources for creatives. This vintage photo mockup places your work in an authentic-looking retro scene, complete with old-school glasses and picture frames. Use it for a chic placeholder with added vintage charm.
Vintage Effect Photoshop Kit (PSD, JPG)
Age your photos instantly with this amazing vintage effect Photoshop template. Choose from 30 different vintage papers to add a subtle grunge effect to your photography. Or switch over to screen mode to take advantage of additional black and white textures.
2. The Watercolor Template
Painterly, artistic templates are perfect for softening harsh images—muting overly bright colors and giving photos a dreamy, ethereal look. If you’re creating images for game design, they look really cool, helping characters and landscapes to look dreamlike and slightly abstract.
Watercolor Effect Photoshop (PSD)
This watercolor effect Photoshop template is a great pick. The effect is rendered in a very modern way, creating a sort of melt-away effect around the edges of the image that means it doesn’t need to be restricted to a boxy frame. Paint splatters add a great feel to the overall look.
Watercolor photo templates like this one can really bring out the beautiful colors of your photography. The way the pain splatters match the colors already present in your photos is a cool touch. As you can see, it's a great way to make your portraits stand out.
Nostalgic Watercolor Photo Effect (PSD)
You can also go the classic route and create a photo with a more traditional watercolor look. This watercolor effect for Photoshop is modeled after the masters of the style. Try applying this template to full-color images with a strong central focus to keep the image strong and bold.
Paint Mock-Ups Vol.1 (PSD)
Do you want to show off your artwork in an authentic setting? Then download incredible mockups to gain access to amazing watercolor generators. This watercolor paint template allows you to create incredible watercolor scenes with additional textures to make your work pop!
3. The Framing Template
Arguably the most useful template you’ll ever own, a good Photoshop picture frame template will make creating mockup images a breeze. These templates set your selected image(s) in a picture frame in a home, office, or gallery setting.
Particularly if you’re an illustrator, artist, or photographer, a framing template will be a lifesaver when you want to sell your work online via shops like Etsy. A mocked-up image of your artwork in a physical space will help potential customers to visualize how your artwork is sized and would appear in a real-life setting—it’s a perfect tool for boosting your sales.
Frame Mockups (PSD)
This download is a perfect example of a frame mockup that is easy to use and stylish. The simplified scenes are modern and let you show your artwork from two distinct perspectives. It also comes with a paper background texture to enhance the feel of art in a frame.
Frame Mockup (PSD)
The shaded setting of this frame mockup set is both soothing and attention-grabbing. The look of light passing through a window creates a certain tone that works for different types of contemporary prints.
Photo Frame Mockups (PSD)
Modern photo frame templates create inspiring workspaces to hold your pieces. This high-quality pack, for example, includes ten mockups composed and shot with a real camera. You'll love this set!
7 Frame Mockups With Custom Frames (PSD)
This minimalist Photoshop picture frame mockup set has lighter tones in all of its elements, letting your image take center stage. It has just enough in the mockup to make the space feel lived in, creating an interesting scene for your work.
20 Gravity Photo Frame Mockups (PSD, JPG)
Defy gravity with this incredible set of 20 gravity photo templates. These modern frames float in the air with your favorite stylish photography. Create a cool effect that will wow your audience!
4. The Double Exposure Template
Ever wanted to make your photos look like something straight out of a music video or art exhibition? The double-exposure templates you can use in Photoshop take inspiration from a photography technique in which two photos are exposed on a single frame of film. The final result is unique and interesting.
Double Exposure Overlay Effect (PSD)
While double exposure may now be simpler to achieve digitally, it’s made even more easy-peasy by applying a template. This one features a stylish double exposure that's colorful and has a film grain that adds texture to your photos. Creating these results manually would be a pain. Thankfully, you won't have to worry about that while making your double exposures in Photoshop.
Double Exposure Effect for Posters (PSD)
This double exposure Photoshop template was made with posters in mind, creating artistic results that anyone would want to display on their walls. It also comes with a noise overlay that helps blend the colors naturally, as well as adding texture to the final result.
Double Exposure Template (PSD)
You can create stunning, powerful scenes with this double exposure template. One easy-to-use Photoshop file allows you to create this famous effect by turning layers on and off.
Colourful Duotone PSD Photo Effect (PSD)
Don't forget to incorporate beautiful duotone effects with your double exposures. This double exposure template allows you to use the original colors or experiment with new ones. Follow the step-by-step guide to see how to create your own work of art in minutes!
If you’d like to find out more about how double exposure effects can be achieved in more detail in Photoshop, check out Kirk Nelson’s Taylor Swift-inspired tutorial:
- Create a Taylor Swift "Style" Inspired Double Exposure Effect in PhotoshopKirk Nelson05 May 2015
5. The Comic Book Template
Comic book art is enjoying a resurgence across the design board, in part due to the widespread popularity of Marvel movies. A Photoshop comic book effect template takes your realist photos and transforms them into hand-drawn comic strips.
Photoshop Comic Book Effect for Posters (PSD)
Combine two of your favorite styles in one with this Photoshop comic book effect template. This vintage style download includes stunning halftone textures that take you back in time with a modern touch.
6. The Glitch Template
Ever wondered if there is a glitch in the Matrix? Well, whether you have or not, it’s no bad idea to have a glitch effect Photoshop template up your sleeve. Most glitch effects give the look of distorted videotape or a bugged computer. But you can get styles that are less traditional while creating a similar mood.
Glitch effects in Photoshop are perfect for adding a cool style to trendy, tech-focussed designs, like apps, magazines, or webpages. It’s a fun way of adding an edge to so-so images.
Glitch Error Effect (PSD)
There's never been an error that's been so pleasing to look at. This glitch effect makes some creative distortions that can be used in a number of different ways. Play around with your photos to see which one benefits the most from this creative glitch.
Triplex Glitch Photo Effect (PSD)
Triplex is a nice alternative if you want to try out a different type of glitch effect. It has a psychedelic feel that can be used in both vintage and modern-themed projects.
Anaglyph Glitch Photo Effects Pack (PSD)
This anaglyph glitch effect pack for Photoshop doesn't need a lot of promotion because it looks that good. It is worth mentioning that it's highly versatile. You should try it out if you have action shots, portraits, or just about any style of photo.
Glitch Risograph Photo Effect (PSD)
This glitch photo template comes with a Photoshop file that is easy to use. Simply edit your work with realistic glitch effects, whether it's a photo, illustration, or logo. You'll definitely enjoy these professional-grade files.
Anaglyph / Glitch Photo FX (PSD)
You can also make any scene look cool with an instant glitch effect. This anaglyph glitch template allows you to create instant high-resolution glitches. It works perfectly for the back-to-school image below, making any scene look instantly cinematic.
7. The Artistic Template
Sometimes you want your images to have that extra ‘wow’ factor—something really creative, special, and unique. That can be through paint splashes, cool shadows, or other effects.
Artistic Photo Effect for Posters (PSD)
This example offers some unique color filters for Photoshop that are grungy and have some nice texture and palettes. It's a cool Photoshop effect template that can be applied to any photo style but is particularly effective paired with simple, striking portrait photography.
Paint Splashes Photo Effect (PSD)
This artistic template adds an editable splash of color and also gives you control over whether you want to go monochrome or duotone. There are four types of splashes, so you can decide how you want every aspect of the final picture to look. It's a fun Photoshop effect for photographers and students.
Artistic Shadow Photo Effect (PSD)
Aspiring musicians can take advantage of the amazing quality of photo templates. This cool Photoshop shadow effect can help you create stunning band photos with a brooding aesthetic. It's a unique way to draw attention to groups or individuals.
Origami Shapes Photo Templates V1 (PSD)
Give this awesome origami shapes photo template a try for a new, fun twist. Simply turn your own photos into beautiful birds, bears, and more with this well-organized Photoshop template.
8. The Polaroid Template
A Polaroid effect Photoshop template adds instant retro appeal to any image and is a great style for adding interest to family photos or portraits. Why not customize images as polaroids and upload them to social media for an old-fashioned take on an Instagram-worthy style?
Polaroid Photo Templates (PSD, JPG)
The best things come in threes, and that includes this Polaroid effect Photoshop template. Use the Smart Object layers to quickly customize the photo frames with your own pictures. You can even add some captions to each photo, making them perfect for sharing online or for enhancing memories.
Polaroid Photo Frame Effect (PSD)
If you like this retro style, you can also create elegant images with this black and white option. The film grain is accentuated in the pictures, and the light leaks give every photo a classic aesthetic.
Lomocam Retro Photo Generator (ATN)
It's also a good idea to download a photo template pack with amazing Photoshop actions. This retro photo generator is a one-click action that allows you to make realistic polaroid pictures with awesome lomography effects. Enjoy the beautiful colors and filters!
Polaroid Photo Frame Mockup (PSD)
Keep things simple with this Polaroid photo frame template. Add your photos to the easy-to-use Smart Object layers and customize the backgrounds to make each image pop. If you're looking for cool Photoshop templates for photographers, add this download to your collection.
9. The Soft Focus Template
A soft focus template is one of those PS tools that you’ll find yourself coming back to time and time again. Applying a soft focus to a photo is universally flattering, softening harsh lines and tones and bathing images in a soft glow.
Soft Focus Photo Effect (PSD)
This soft focus Photoshop template is one of the best for photographers because it works with the subjects of your photos rather than dominating them. It makes a vintage camera effect that's appealing for a variety of uses.
Soft Focus Photo Effect (PSD)
This soft focus photo template blends the edges of your photos for a luxurious and silky result. If you work with portraits, this is one that you can use to add some creativity to your photos.
Soft Focus Photoshop Action (ATN)
Make your images stand out with beautiful bokeh and soft hues. This soft focus template allows you to choose from ten color presets and options, and it gives you lots of graphic elements to make your photography shine.
10. The Color Filter Template
When it feels as if the whole world only wants photos that wouldn’t look out of place on Instagram, do you resist or give in? If you’re in the latter camp, you’re going to want to make a color filter Photoshop template your new best friend.
Lightroom Presets: Morocco (LRTEMPLATE, XMP, DNG)
Here are some color filters that have been designed to capture the essence of Morocco. This pack of 20 color filters for Lightroom will also work in Photoshop, letting you work on your photos from your desk or on the go.
Lightroom Presets for Beverages (LRTEMPLATE)
You can find color filter Photoshop templates for specific uses. This selection is meant for beverages, which is great if you're a food photographer. You can apply its six unique tones with the click of a button.
Acid Colors Effect (PSD)
You can also step out of the box when thinking about colorful photo filters. This color filter Photoshop template creates a head-turning acid color effect. It comes with five different color filters, so you can experiment with the color selection to find the effect that works for you.
Lens: 20 Vibrant Effects (ATN)
Or create jaw-dropping color schemes for your photos with this vibrant photo effect template. This pack features 20 professional vibrant filters to edit your photography non-destructively.
Your Ultimate Photoshop Template Collection
Photoshop templates are a great timesaver for projects that require a quick turnaround, and you can also use them at draft stages when you or your clients want to experiment with different image effects quickly and easily.
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