For anyone who hasn't tried this yet, do so. It's a really detailed and elaborate tutorial that I made for this blend: (click for large version).

I'm using Photoshop CS 3 however, this doesn't have any selective coloring or anything wacko so I guess it is
translatable.
Please credit this tutorial if you use it in your blends and showcase it/enter it in challenges. Thank you.
X-posted to 300dpi & luscious.
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