What is the 3D effect?
It’s a type of lenticular printing effect that conveys a sense of depth and three-dimensionality.
It’s ideal for enhancing the appeal of any image or photograph and capturing attention.
How should you prepare your file?
If you want to reproduce a 3D effect, you need a PSD file divided into layers.
The depth effect is achieved precisely with these layers: each one corresponds to a different degree of depth.
Specifically, the file must have the following characteristics:
> PSD file separated by layers
> 300 dpi resolution
> 2 mm bleed (top and bottom)
> 5 mm bleed (left and right)
> CMYK format
How can you improve the result?
Keep the following recommendations in mind if you want to achieve the best 3D effect:
> Reconstruct “hidden elements”
Elements on a layer that are hidden behind elements on another layer must be complete (without blank spaces), even if they are not visible to the naked eye. Therefore, it’s necessary to ensure that the layers are intact, even if only through a rough reconstruction. This image reconstruction can be done using Photoshop’s clone tool.
> Use colourful images
These images work best because they blend well with each other. On the other hand, black and white images can hinder the 3D effect.
> Use textured images
These images are the most suitable because they increase the sense of depth. On the other hand, flat images can cause the so-called “ghosting effect.”
And that’s all!
I hope you find interesting this brief explanation of the 3D effect.
And if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact me.
Thank you!
