Learn how to use Photoshop to create selectively add a dramatic sepia effect a photo. This Photoshop effect works best when used with Photoshop CS3 but will also work with Photoshop CS2 or older using an alternative method. Preview of Final Results Selective Sepia Photoshop Tutorial Step 1: Open an image into Photoshop Open the File menu and select Open. Browse for the photo you would like to add