Quick links to procedures on this page:
You can generate an image that appears embossed by cloning the image and then using the luminance of the clone source to produce the effect. You can control the height of the texture, as well as the lighting, color, and material properties of the embossing.
Before (left) and after (right) applying the embossed effect
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In the Fill dialog box, choose Current Color from the Fill with list box. |
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Adjust the Opacity slider to set the opacity of the fill. |
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Click OK to fill the clone file with color. |
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Choose Effects  Surface Control Apply Surface Texture. |
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Choose Original Luminance from the Using list box. |
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In the Light Controls area, adjust any of the following sliders: |
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Concentration— adjusts the spread of the light’s shine over the surface |
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Exposure — adjusts the overall lighting amount from darkest to brightest |
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Enable the Simple lighting check box, and click a light indicator on the sphere to change the location of highlights and shadows. |
