Duplicate the image layer, convert the copy to a Smart Object, and apply Filter > Stylize > Oil Paint. Adjust Stylization, Cleanliness, Scale, Bristle Detail, and Lighting while viewing the image at 100%. Mask the effect away from areas that need detail, then save the layered PSD before exporting a copy.
Before you continue
Work non-destructivelyA Smart Filter can be adjusted later.
Judge at 100%Zoom level changes how texture appears.
Keep key detailsMask eyes, text, and edges if the filter softens them too much.
Adjust Stylization and Cleanliness first, then Scale and Bristle Detail. Move one slider at a time and watch the preview.
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Adjust lighting
Use Angle and Shine carefully. Strong shine can make skin and flat areas look metallic.
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Protect important details
Use the Smart Filter mask with a soft black brush to reduce the effect over eyes, text, logos, or crisp edges.
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Save and export
Save the layered PSD, then export a JPEG or PNG copy. Compare it with the original at 100% before publishing.
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If Oil Paint is greyed out, update Photoshop and the graphics driver and check Adobe's GPU requirements.
If the result looks plastic, reduce Shine, Scale, or Stylization rather than adding another filter.
If performance is slow, work on a smaller Smart Object preview, then apply the chosen settings to the full-size copy.
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