Create A 3D Polaroid Effect

Learn how make the impossible possible by using the 3D space inside of Photoshop! Join Corey Barker as he teaches you how to create a 3D scene from 2D objects, where you have complete control over everything. In this project you’ll start with a photo of a Polaroid photo, transform it into a 3D object, and then create an entire scene in 3D space that would be impossible to do in real life. This project is a lot of fun and provides lots of room for creativity and experimentation.

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Corey Barker

Release Date: 2020-02-06

Lessons

Introduction

The instructor introduces the class and discusses what will be covered in the lessons that follow.

Duration: 0 mins 58 seconds

Getting Started

Learn how to get started with creating a 3D object from a photo of a polaroid photo.

Duration: 5 mins 59 seconds

Adjusting the Surface Properties

Learn how to adjust the surface properties of the 3D object to simulate how it might look in real life.

Duration: 5 mins 34 seconds

Adding a Photo to the Polaroid

With the 3D version of the polaroid looking realistic it is time to drop the photo into the object.

Duration: 7 mins 58 seconds

Building Composite

With the first photo complete, you are ready to begin compositing the photos into a background.

Duration: 6 mins 37 seconds

Adding More Polaroid Photos

With your background in place and composite coming along, it is time to add more Polaroid photos to the scene.

Duration: 4 mins 23 seconds

Completing the Project

Corey wraps up the project with some final touches to make the scene complete.

Duration: 7 mins 28 seconds