: How to change a google map into something similar to the poster background? How do I change a google map into something similar to the map in the 1st poster? How do I change it to blue

@Gail6891361

Stamen Maps looks like a great resource for changing the styling of maps.
maps.stamen.com

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@Pierce403

You can do these steps in Photoshop:


Find a texture for map/paper that suits your need. In my example I am using the following texture: i.istockimg.com/file_thumbview_approve/2205516/2/stock-photo-2205516-ancient-map-texture.jpg

These has a license that can be purchased if you need to use it commercially.


In Photoshop, load the map and texture into two different layers and use Multiply on the top layer:




That will give you something like this:



At this stage you might want to consider extending/cloning edges and so forth depending on the usage.


Flatten the two layers and convert the image into a "3D Postcard" (Photoshop CS5+ extended):





Rotate as needed (use the camera rotate tool).
Then add a spot-light to the scene, place it where you need it and set colors for scene and the light.
You want to turn down ambient light pretty much almost to the bottom. Also give it a blue hue:





Then set the light color - also adjust hotspot, softness and intensity to achieve best results.




This will result in something like this - not identical, but to show the steps in one approach to achieve this type of look:

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