Photoshop: How to Transform Any Shape into CHROME!

Photoshop CC 2019 (v.20.0.5) tutorial showing how to transform any flat shape into the look of highly reflective, shiny chrome.

To change the color of the chrome, make a "Hue/Saturation" adjustment layer directly above the chrome and go to Layer - Create Clipping Mask. In the Hue / Saturation panel, check "Colorize". Slide the Hue and Saturation until you get the color you want.

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[calthecreation]

please never take this down, you are seriously the best at explaining stuff ever on youtube

[FlixTheTroller]

can we appreciate this dude's voice and teaching talent?

[worzell]

Holy moly, I remember watching your old video when I was 12-13. I'm 20 now, and I instantly knew the person I wanted to come back to for this chrome effect. It's amazing to see you still going after all these years!

[kermitbleach]

this has to be one of the best tutorial videos i have seen, slow and concise without jumping over any steps, something a lot of tutorial channels could learn from, well done

[WrinkleRelease]

Your tutorials are always crystal clear. Thanks for freely sharing your knowledge and experience in such a helpful way.

[cheekychops]

Thank you so much - This is fab!! I managed to create a PS Action by following along up until the curves - your tutorials are so good

[jseigle]

The best Photoshop tutorial video I have seen yet, on any topic. Many people gloss over some steps or don't explain what they're doing, or you can't catch what they are clicking. This is detailed, step-by-step, and very clear. The only possible improvement would be to explain what each of the settings is doing (e.g., selection of lens focal length for flare effect) but that is probably more technical than most users need and would quadruple the length of the video.

[thilokrueger]

This is one of THE BEST Photoshop tutorials !! Unlike many others, you speak and explain clearly and not too fast. Which is very good for non-native English speakers. Thank you so much !!!

[ericad]

This was and still is the best tutorial on how to achieve this effect that I've ever seen. Marty has such a great way of explaining things.
BTW, Here's a tip if you want to be able to replicate this effect quickly, you can combine several layer effects into a single layer style or in this case, two layer styles

After you've added the inner bevel and color overlay effects to the image, before you combine them into a smart object, go to the left side the layer style window and click on "Styles" which will be at the very top of the list, right above blending options. Then click on "New Style", which will on the right side. Name the style and hit OK. Continue with the tutorial and again, after you've added the rest of the layer effects, do the same thing as before...Go to Styles/New Styles/OK.
Now when you recreate the effect on other images, instead of adding every layer effect individually. You can just click on the new layer styles. Aside from saving time, you wont have to remember all individual settings.

[Rudy]

You are the greatest very lucky to have found you.

[julianrowe]

Fantastic tutorial - straight into it, no big long introduction and gets the results I was after. Thank you

[MizBryteEyez]

Super tutorial! Clear and concise!
Thank you! I look forward to learning more from your channel.

[TheMCST]

This is one of the most clear tutorials I've watched. Nice speed to follow thru, and well explained on the needed concept.

[ronjennerphotography]

I have never seen such a great tutorial. You gonna help me very with this tutorial. Many thanks 🙏🏼❤️ so happy to found you!

[karamataia]

Wow! That was intense-so much instructions I had to slowdown the playback (imma newbie on photoshop so I go slow) super clear directions tho! Two thumbs up and Thanks for teaching this really cool effect-LOVE IT!

[JeffGloverArts]

This is terrific! Thanks, Marty! I have an immediate use for this my boss is gonna love!

[SandeepAcharya]

Brilliant as ever my best teacher Marty! I will have to upgrade my PS to the latest version to experiment this wonderful tutorial.
Thanks-za-ton and have a blessed day!

[gihankavisha]

I'm Sri Lankan. I have never seen a tutorial like this that explains basically well. So I thank you for doing such great work for us. ❤️

[rayochapin]

Still the best Photoshop tutorial channel here in the tube, simple, quick and to the point.
You are the greatest sir.

[morecarstuff]

bruh withn 1 minute i learned way more than some tutorials, just the right terminology and everything from shortcuts to other little details. bro, i already knew this but i wish i had this video way sooner, like 7 years ago sooner.