In this Adobe Photoshop CS5 tutorial we will create a rather basic but rusty, three-dimensional (3D) text effect in Photoshop with a slight medieval aspect. This metal text effect tutorial is quite simple, and finishes with an embossed effect, an added grain, and a vague non-realistic shine. This is a very knock-one-out-of-the-park tutorial so it shouldn't take too long to complete. You can also dent the metal with an eraser brush to make it a little bit more three-dimensional. You should use this tutorial as a basis, and improve upon the free PSD for a more visually graphic effect.

If you don't have Photoshop, or you want to upgrade to the new CS5.5 Version, take a look at the Adobe Special Offers from the Adobe Store. If you're new to Photoshop, we have some beginner articles and basic tips coming very soon for some of the lesser established designers, which teaches you how to use the basic features of Photoshop, such as Blending Modes, Layer Styles, Text Tools, Cropping/Slicing, Image Adjustments, Brushing, Filters and Photoshop Actions.