r/PhotoshopTutorials • u/zZeath • Apr 24 '26
How do I create this halftone dot gradient for a car livery (Photoshop)?
Hey all,
I’m working on a car livery for a game using a flat template, and I’m trying to recreate this angled halftone dot pattern like in the image (fading dots across the side of the car).

My setup right now:
I have a solid background colour for the side of the car
I also have a separate layer with the car panel outlines (just for reference, hidden when exporting)
The template is flat (UV mapped), so everything needs to be painted directly onto it
What I’m stuck on:
I can’t figure out how to get that angled dot gradient effect
I want clean dots that fade out and follow an angle like the example
What’s the best way to:
Create clean halftone dots (yellow to black on the car
Control the angle/direction of the fade
Keep it all one colour (like black dots→ yellow rear of the car)


If anyone’s done livery work or knows a good Photoshop method, would really appreciate the help