Modern-day video and photo effects continue to evolve, with 3D technology becoming increasingly prevalent. Photoshop stands as your ally in achieving these effects through simple and swift steps.
If Photoshop isn't your preferred tool for generating 3D photo effects, fear not. You can utilize Paint (or Paint.NET) for crafting stunning 3D image effects. Discover the detailed process here: Creating 3D Photo Effects with Paint
Guide to Creating 3D Photo Effects with Photoshop
Preparation:
- Install Photoshop on your computer
- Prepare 2 images for merging, to create a 3D effect
Step 1: Launch Photoshop software, then choose File > Open (or press Ctrl + O) to open the image file you wish to edit:
Step 2: Select the Polygonal Lasso Tool as shown:
Choose the entire interior of the TV frame as shown in the image:
Step 3: Switch to the Lion image tab, then press Ctrl + A followed by Ctrl + C to prepare copying this image to the TV image tab.
Then return to the TV tab, select Edit > Paste Special .. > Paste Info:
At this point, the entire Lion image will be neatly pasted inside the TV frame.
Step 4: Hold down the Shift key and click on Layer Mask to disable Layer Mask. Then, set Opacity to 60%:
Go to Edit > Free Transform to use the Free Transform tool:
Then, adjust the Lion image to fit nicely within the TV image:
Step 5: Select the Polygonal Lasso Tool once again. A prompt will appear, choose Apply:
Then proceed to select the area of the image lying outside the TV:
Step 6: Hold down the Shift key again and click on Layer Mask to re-enable Layer Mask. Then, adjust the Opacity setting to 100%:
Step 7: Choose Edit > Fill:
In the Use section, select White:
And here is the result of your 3D image:
So now you know how to create 3D photo effects with Photoshop. For those passionate about design and photo editing, this is undoubtedly a very useful technique. Wish you success with your image. Additionally, you can explore creating text effects with Photoshop or creating the disintegration effect on people, ...
Furthermore, if you want to easily apply effects to photos without the hassle of installing complex Photoshop, you can apply effects to photos with Easy Photo Effects, a lightweight software that doesn't require installation and can be used immediately after downloading.
