Category Archives: The Gimp

The Gimp: create 3d shape

Create a shape with a 3d effect; simple and fast with The Gimp

  1. Create a new image
  2. Create a new layer
  3. Select an area on the layer
  4. Fill the area with a color (optional)
  5. Select menu “Filters”; select “Light and Shadow”; select “Drop shadow”
  6. Choose your X and Y offset for the shadow
  7. Select allow resizing
  8. Select OK
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The Gimp: create 3D Text

Create a 3d text; simple and fast with The Gimp

  1. Create a new image
  2. Add some text
  3. Duplicate the text layer
  4. Select menu “Filters”; select “Blur”; select “Motion Blur”
  5. Enable blur type “Zoom”
  6. Set X and Y properties
  7. De-select “Blur outward”
  8. Set length to about 15
  9. Select “Ok”
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