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Photoshop in 60 Seconds: Duotone Action
One of the hottest trends around is the duotone photo effect. This effect changes your photo by making the color scheme only two colors. And you can create an easy Photoshop Action to apply your favorite Gradient Map to any photo. Browse the incredible selection of Photoshop Actions on GraphicRiver and Envato Elements to explore more color variations.
Learn how I create a quick duotone Photoshop action in this quick video below.
How to Create a Duotone Photoshop Action
Open your photo in Photoshop. Here I'll be using this Woman Field Stock.
Bring up the Actions palette by going to Window > Actions. Create a New Set named "Duotone Action," and then create a New Action named "Green and Orange." When you're finished, hit the Record button to begin recording the next steps.
Next, create a New Group for your Adjustment Layers. Go to Layer > New Adjustment Layer > Gradient Map. Choose a Gradient from the Preset list, or create a custom one like this bluish-green #133444 and orange #fc993d Linear Gradient.
To boost the contrast, go to Layer > New Adjustment Layer > Brightness and Contrast. Increase the Contrast to 60. When you're done, remember to hit the Stop button on the Actions palette to use this action for later photos.
Here is the final effect.
And test out even more gradients to get impressive colors like the ones below.
Want to see this effect in action? Check out the video above to see this lesson at work!
5 Premium Duotone Photoshop Actions
Love this result? You can get an even faster effect by checking out the amazing Duotone Photoshop Actions available on GraphicRiver and Envato Elements. Check out a few of our favorites below!
60 Matte Duotone Actions
Create an effortless duotone effect with this gigantic collection of Photoshop actions. This set includes 60 actions featuring a gorgeous selection of matte colors. With just one click, you can achieve a magical effect for a non-destructive workflow.
100+ Duotone Actions
Can't get enough? Try this massive set of over 100 duotone actions for one low price! This set includes over 100 completely different duotone effects with trending color schemes. Explore various combinations for a beautiful, high-quality result.
Faded Duotone Photoshop Actions
Duotone effects can feature vibrant, matte, or faded colors. And this collection creates a subtle two-tone effect that is perfect for album covers, profile pictures, and so much more! Enjoy 20 high-quality Photoshop actions with an easy-to-follow help file for more instruction.
20 Summer Duotone Photoshop Actions
Celebrate that awesome time of the year when the weather is just perfect! This duotone set features summer-themed Photoshop actions with stunning, bold colors. Get your creative juices flowing with this amazing collection to transform your photos with just one click!
Duotone Photoshop Action Pack
Photoshop action packs are extraordinary resources for graphic designers. So why not add a little color to your resource kit with this delightful duotone actions pack? This set features 25 high-quality Photoshop actions for an exquisite, professional result.
60 Seconds?!
This is part of a series of quick video tutorials on Envato Tuts+ in which we introduce a range of subjects, all in 60 seconds—just enough to whet your appetite. Let us know in the comments what you thought of this video and what else you'd like to see explained in 60 seconds!
