So if you have played around with extracting a photo, you may be wondering how use to use an extracted photo on a layout. In this video you'll learn how you can use an extraction as an embellishment on your scrapbook layout.
This cute gecko is perfect for using as an embellishment around my layout.
I then added some extracted plants for the gecko to hide behind.
I added a significant shadows to each of the extracted images to make them look more 3D.
My extraction isn't perfect, but that is why I added the plant for the gecko to hide behind.
If you want step by step directions for how to extract an image see my tutorial here.
Here's the finished page:
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Lisa Wiggins Harris says
Very cool! As always, my friend, you explain things in a way that even this PSE challenged gal can grasp. Thanks!
Melissa Shanhun says
I’m glad you found it helpful Lisa 🙂
Kristie Sloan says
Great technique! The idea to really increase the shadow to give an even more vivid 3D feel is a superb tip! Thanks Melissa!
Melissa Shanhun says
Thanks Kristie – It’s fun to play with shadows sometimes!
JenFW says
I love your use of the extracted gecko! It makes me want to do more layering on my own pictures…and make better use of drop shadows.
Melissa Shanhun says
🙂 Thanks Jen!