Photoshop Neon Text Styles

Creating a neon sign effect in Photoshop is an exciting project that requires some creativity and attention to detail. In this article, we'll walk you through the steps to create a neon text style using Adobe Photoshop.

The first step is to open your image or canvas in Photoshop. For this tutorial, we're going to use a brick wall as our background. You can choose any image you like, but make sure it's high-contrast and has a solid color background.

Once you have your image open, create a new layer by clicking on the 'Create a New Layer' button at the bottom of the screen or by using the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Shift+N (Windows) or Command+Shift+N (Mac). Name this layer 'Text'.

Next, select the Text tool from the toolbar and choose a font that you like. For this tutorial, I'm going to use the free font 'Neon' by Fenotype.

Type your text using the Text tool, and adjust the font size and color as needed. I chose to write the words 'neon sign' because of the nice vignette effect it creates around the edges.

Now that you have your text in place, it's time to add some neon effects. To do this, we'll use the Layer Style Effects window. You can access this window by going to Layer > Layer Style or by clicking on the 'Layer Styles' button at the bottom of the screen.

In the Layer Style Effects window, select the 'Bevel & Emboss' option from the left-hand panel. This will give your text a nice 3D effect. Adjust the settings as needed to get the desired depth and shadowing.

Next, select the 'Inner Glow' option from the layer style menu. This will add a glow effect to the inside of your text. Adjust the settings as needed to get the desired level of brightness and color.

To create the neon effect, we'll use the 'Outer Glow' option in the Layer Style Effects window. This will add a light emanating from the edges of your text. I didn't adjust any of the quality controls for this effect, but you can experiment with different settings to get the desired level of brightness and color.

Finally, select the 'Stroke' option from the layer style menu. This will give your text a nice outline effect. I used the 'Cone Inverted' setting to create a rounded edge effect that resembles glass tubing.

And that's it! With these steps, you should have a neon text style that looks like it was created using real neon lights. You can experiment with different fonts, colors, and settings to create unique and personalized effects.

Remember, the key to creating a great neon sign is to start small and work your way up. Don't be afraid to experiment and try new things until you get the desired effect. Happy designing!

Photoshop neon text styles