This quick trick took me a while to figure out, so I thought I'd share it with you.
I've started by giving my photo a simple shadow.
I used to try and add a quick border by using the "stroke" layer style. I didn't like this look because a) it covered up my shadow and b) it gave the photo a rounded edge.
Then, I realized you could stroke on the inside.
Now the hard edge is preserved, and you can see my drop shadow. You can easily alter this look by using a different color for the stroke and changing it's size.
Another option is that you can increase your canvas size slightly before pasting the picture. Then you can add the drop shadow after pasting. It gives you the same crisp corners without covering up any of your photo.
I used to do it that what Janet, but this way I can save the style and apply it in 1 second, rather than opening up a new file, etc...
Hi,
I'm using Elements11 and have looked everywhere in the layer style options?stroke then inner-it's not there! It must be elsewhere but after 1/2 anhour, I gave up and accomplished 90% of the effect. I'm pleased and thank you. Diane
Good point.
thanks! the littlest things make a big difference!
Great tutorial. I'll have to try it soon. C:
This a great tool. I use it on almost every page. Really makes the photos "pop".
Thank you for your great tutorials!
Thanks for sharing knowledge!
I like stroke to the inside much better!