Bad Processor
2010-08-29 09:47:27
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Sometimes, as you may well know, Repoussé may be grayed out even on high power GPUs. To fix this, follow these steps:
Fig. 1
The Basics
Manipulating the Cube
There are a few ways to manipulate objects in Photoshop. Here are some:
The arrow appears when you are using the Object Rotate tool. It appears when you are using the Camera Rotate tool as well, but it lacks the resizer. (There are 3 arrows - one for each axes).
Side note: You can rotate freely (on all axes) by just dragging the object and not the arrow.
If you're feeling adventurous, choose 3D>New Layer From 3D File… this will allow you to import several types of 3D model file (namely DAE, KML*, 3DS and OBJ.)
*KML is used in Google Earth and, less widely known, Google Sketchup. If you use Sketchup, then rename your .skp file to a .zip file and use the .kml found within.
3D Effects
You can treat the 3D object as a normal layer, for example adding layer styles, like in my signature. Experiment with them - layer styles are a powerful tool, and can produce a variety of interesting effects. I won't go into detail on layer styles in this guide. This can be used to create a basic cel-shading effect, using Stroke. However, there's a more effecient method.
In the layers window, right click the Textures subtree (should have an eye next to it). This will open a window, which should look like this:
*Change the Crease Threshold value up to around 7 to remove the line going across the face, leaving the Edges only.
Brief: Animation
The way I did my signature was to make about 13 different GIF files, all the same except rotating the cube slightly. Then using a GIF animation software called UnFREEz I made it an animated GIF.
Note: Save frames as GIFs to avoid resaving each and every one.
Hope this helps you with Repoussé - if you make something cool with it, please tell me!
– Bad Processor
- Photoshop CS5
- Basic knowledge of the PS interface
Sometimes, as you may well know, Repoussé may be grayed out even on high power GPUs. To fix this, follow these steps:
- Goto Edit>Preferences>3D…
- Put VRAM usage up to an adequate amount (see fig. 1)
Fig. 1The Basics
- Create a new document. About 500x500px will do.
- Create a new layer - it's not a good idea to use the background for 3D models.
- Goto 3D>New Shape From Layer>Cube. This will make a 3D cube with editable face textures (though we won't get into textures in this guide).
Manipulating the Cube
There are a few ways to manipulate objects in Photoshop. Here are some:
The arrow appears when you are using the Object Rotate tool. It appears when you are using the Camera Rotate tool as well, but it lacks the resizer. (There are 3 arrows - one for each axes).Side note: You can rotate freely (on all axes) by just dragging the object and not the arrow.
If you're feeling adventurous, choose 3D>New Layer From 3D File… this will allow you to import several types of 3D model file (namely DAE, KML*, 3DS and OBJ.)
*KML is used in Google Earth and, less widely known, Google Sketchup. If you use Sketchup, then rename your .skp file to a .zip file and use the .kml found within.
3D Effects
You can treat the 3D object as a normal layer, for example adding layer styles, like in my signature. Experiment with them - layer styles are a powerful tool, and can produce a variety of interesting effects. I won't go into detail on layer styles in this guide. This can be used to create a basic cel-shading effect, using Stroke. However, there's a more effecient method.
In the layers window, right click the Textures subtree (should have an eye next to it). This will open a window, which should look like this:
*Change the Crease Threshold value up to around 7 to remove the line going across the face, leaving the Edges only.Brief: Animation
The way I did my signature was to make about 13 different GIF files, all the same except rotating the cube slightly. Then using a GIF animation software called UnFREEz I made it an animated GIF.
Note: Save frames as GIFs to avoid resaving each and every one.
Hope this helps you with Repoussé - if you make something cool with it, please tell me!
– Bad Processor
