Award Tutorial Part 3

 ADD TEXT AND MAIN IMAGE

Now it's time to add the words and images to the award graphic. Because this is a plaque, we hope to create an illusion of engraved words on the metal surface and a slightly embossed stag image.

Create the words in two layers to ensure flexibility in spacing for the stag image.

The upper words establish the program name and the font represents a Gaelic feel. Uncial in 12pt type was used. The color should by a darker tone within the same range as the background. Light olive (#666633) works well with gold.

Add Text

Now emboss the text layer to complete the illusion of an engraved surface. (Layer>Effects>Bevel & Emboss) In this example, "Pillow Emboss" was used with a 120º angle, depth of 3 and blur of 2.

Emboss Text

Repeat the process for the lower word and set approximate spacing. This can be fine-tuned after the center image is placed in the next step.

More Text

Add the main image and center it, making sure that the antler portion of the head is not obscured by text.

  Add Image

Slightly emboss the layer using the previous commands. Make sure that "Set Global Angle" is unchecked and the finished product matches the angle of your original light source on the metal plate.  Drop the image beneath the text (Layer>Arrange>Send Backward).

  Emboss Image

Add the "category" text in a sans-serif font to ensure readability over the image. Apply embossing techniques as before.

  Add More Text

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