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Post by Tpgettys on Jan 23, 2021 21:32:08 GMT
This tutorial is mostly about using a layer mask. I sometimes struggle with a layer mask when I haven't used one for a while, so I hope this tutorial will be a good reminder about the basics, and also a jumping off point for some inventive creations!
The basic idea is to create the effect of cutting out a shape and/or text to achieve a three-dimensional look. It uses only graphic elements built into Elements, but of course you are free to incorporate any images you want. There are really only a few steps, so I hope you will give it a try. It is certainly a technique that belongs in everyone's toolkit!
Here is what I came up with:
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Post by kdcintx on Jan 23, 2021 23:25:17 GMT
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Post by hmca on Jan 24, 2021 0:55:38 GMT
I think the only time I have used the shape tool is when it is part of a CE Challenge. Thanks for the refresher, Tom.  |
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Post by Tpgettys on Jan 24, 2021 2:53:15 GMT
I think the only time I have used the shape tool is when it is part of a CE Challenge. Thanks for the refresher, Tom.
Yes, me too. There are a lot of shapes there that could be very useful, so it's good to have a reason to revisit it.
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Post by fotofrank on Jan 24, 2021 6:01:32 GMT
Thanks for this Tom.  |
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Post by Lillias on Jan 24, 2021 14:05:18 GMT
Lots of fun can be had with this... Images from pixabay, yopriceville and Brusheezy Textures.  |
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Post by hmca on Jan 24, 2021 17:55:02 GMT
Franks and Lillias.....very nice results!
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Post by Tpgettys on Jan 24, 2021 19:21:14 GMT
Lots of fun can be had with this... Images from pixabay, yopriceville and Brusheezy Textures. I really like your result Lillias ! Using the cut-out heart as part of the image is very clever and effective. |
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Post by Lillias on Jan 24, 2021 20:08:10 GMT
I really like your result BillieJean ! Using the cut-out heart as part of the image is very clever and effective. Thank you Tom. |
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Post by tourerjim on Jan 25, 2021 9:34:35 GMT
Still Cut Out but thought I'd try and reverse the image to appear outwards.   1, Background image 2, Background Layer (I used Grey) with gradient tool 3, Background image copy layer then magic wand the background then layer inverse and copy image to new layer 4, Apply layer style (drop shadow) to both background layer and image. 5, With the move tool move gradient layer up or down to adjust background shading. |
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Post by Lillias on Jan 26, 2021 19:23:27 GMT
Papers by Shadowhouse Creations, Item from pngtree, and Items from Asian Beauty and Asian Ink by Rosie H Designs.  |
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Post by hmca on Jan 26, 2021 22:21:06 GMT
Another nice one, Lillias. Your first one brought to mind this image that was taken at an old bus stop in Italy.....  |
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Post by Lillias on Jan 26, 2021 23:12:22 GMT
Your first one brought to mind this image that was taken at an old bus stop in Italy..... That's amore Helen...  |
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Post by cats4jan on Jan 27, 2021 12:09:16 GMT
Funny - as I stare at these, the cutouts go from cut out to on top - optical illusions, I guess
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Post by hmca on Jan 27, 2021 19:42:29 GMT
I've noticed that as well, Janice. Inspired by the EP Challenge......  |
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