Tutorials are one of the most useful resources for aspiring designers, and even for professionals looking to bolster their arsenal with new techniques.  There are hundreds of tutorial sites out there, but not every tutorial is created equal.  A good tutorial not only has a great finished result, but it’s also easy to follow and has a variety of techniques that can be applied to other subjects.

In this roundup, we’ve gathered up 30 fresh, new and quality design tutorials from around the design community.  These tutorials feature a plethora of screenshots and details on creation of the effect, and they all result in a quality finished product that you can be proud of.

Did we miss any tutorials?  Let us know in the comments by linking to your favorite tutorials!

Create an Incredible Typographic Illustration

Achieve Striking Lighting Effects in Photoshop

Create a Beautiful 3D Text Composition

Create Retro Folded Typography

Create an Impactful Disco Party Poster

Create an Out-of-Bounds Surreal Photomanipulation

Create an Ecological Fairy Tale Wallpaper

Design an Abstract Wallpaper in Photoshop and Illustrator

Create a Mouthwatering Chocolate Covered Strawberry

Composite a 3D Render into a Scene

Create a Dark and Surreal Poster using Your Own Portrait

Create a Beautiful Light Effect In Photoshop

How to Make a Vector-Style Woman Composition

Create a Stunning 3D Liquid Explosion Artwork

Make a Surreal 3D Outdoor Scene in Photoshop

Create a Magician’s Hat in Photoshop

Combine Renders and Light Effects for Awesome Results

Create a Pink Lady Photomanipulation

Create a Colorful Abstract Bokeh Background

Create a Vibrant Alcohol Product Ad in Photoshop

How to Create a Somber Composition in Photoshop

Achieve Brilliant Lighting Effects in Photoshop

Create a Sleek Looking iPad in Photoshop

Create a Sci-Fi Interior Using Digital Painting Techniques

Make a Freezing Cold Abstract Snow Themed Artwork

Create a Cosmic Sci-Fi Poster Design in Photoshop

Fantastic Egg Globe Photomanipulation in Photoshop

Create a Colorful Carnival Vector Mask

Create a Nifty Glass Text Effect Tutorial

Funky Wavy Retro Text Tutorial