Thursday, August 16, 2007

How to create text filled with the scene



How to create text filled with the scene (flame in this case) from the photo that it accentuates?

1. Define the photo as a pattern (Edit -> Define Pattern).
2. Type the text and add a Pattern Overlay style on the text, using the photo pattern created in step 1.
3. Use cursor to drag the image around to find the best background that shows through the letters.
4. Use Gradient Overlay and Inner Glow to enhance the effect if necessary.

In this case, I created multiple layers for the letters so I could get the best background I want for each letter.

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