Using custom brushes and the smudge tool to create an interesting motion blur effect.

Using Smart Filters to achieve an interesting transition from a line drawing to a photo.

Using Custom Brushes to Mask An Image To Achieve An Interesting Effect.

Using basic shapes combined with layers styles and blend modes to create an interesting effect.

Applying a texture to text while keeping it editable.

Quick and easy use of the new clone stamp tool.

Using channels to create detailed masks.

Experimenting with abstracts to create interesting backgrounds.