Learn in this tutorial how to create interesting and modern wallpaper.

Start working by creating a new file (File>New) with 1280x1024 px and 300 dpi. 

Next we’ll select the Rectangle Tool (U) to create the background of the picture we want finally to get.



Apply the next demonstrated parameters by making a mouse click on the processed layer on the layers’ palette. Blending Options>Gradient Overlay



Gradient’s parameters:

 



Select now the Ellipse Tool (U) to draw the silhouette of an apple (the logotype of the Apple Computer Company). Using the Add Anchior Point Tool, we may insert several tops on the made circle and then the Convert Point Tool may help us to move the made elements to the central part of the apple. Press Alt button while using the Ellipse Tool (U) to cut out a part of the apple, from its right side, the same way shown below: 



The layer’s parameters: Fill 0%
Blending Options>Inner Shadow



Blending Options>Inner Glow



Blending Options>Gradient Overlay