Photoshop Tutorial: Creating Realistic God Rays with Color Range and Radial Blur

Introduction and Project Setup

Selecting Highlights with Color Range

Applying Radial Blur Filter

Using Smart Filters for Editable Blur

Adjusting Blending Modes for Realism

Masking and Refining the Effect

Using Blend If Options for Fine Tuning

Summary and Key Takeaways

This tutorial demonstrates how to create a God-ray effect in Photoshop by using color range selection and radial blur filters. The instructor guides through duplicating layers, selecting highlights, applying radial blur as a smart filter for re-editability, and fine-tuning the effect with blending modes and masks to add realism. Key techniques include using smart objects, layer groups, and blend-if adjustments to control the final look.