Creating a realistic Wood Frame effect in Elements

In this video we look at image presentation. We start by adding a Matt border or Mount to the image and then creating a realistic wooden frame. We also explore how the frame can be cut at 45 degrees making it look even more realistic.

Some of the topics covered include:-
– Creating a Mount
– Canvas Size
– Selections
– Filters
– Layers
– Styles
– Editing Styles
– Adjustment Layers

Video times
Mount 0:32
Wood Frame 5:55
Cutting the Frame to 45deg
Adding Shape to the Frame 13:19
Drop Shadow to Frame 14:48
Drop Shadow to Mount 16:08
Lightening or darkening the Frame 17:42

Easy to follow in all versions of Photoshop