Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Learn how to place text behind any object, subject, or anything at all, with realistic shadows in Photoshop!
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In this video, we'll learn how to put text behind an image and also keep everything editable. Then, we use fundamental Photoshop techniques to create realistic enviromental shadows using the power of blending modes. Then, we will cast the subject's shadow onto the text and add additional details to make the shadow look real. Finally, we will learn how to create a 3D highlight effect for the text, and make the text stand out from the background while still looking natural. I hope this video helps you. Thank you so much for watching :)
► TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:20 Adding Text Behind Subject
02:11 Create Natural Shadows
02:55 Create Subject Shadow
08:15 Add 3D Text Effects
10:11 Improve Masks and Hair
11:45 Finishing Touches
13:38 Quick Recap
► RECOMMENDED SOFTWARE & CREATIVE RESOURCES:
✅ Official PiXimperfect Compositing Plugin: https://pix.live/pixcomposite
✅ The Best A.I. Powered High-End Portrait Retouching Plugins: https://pix.live/retouch4me
✅ Unlimited Photoshop Actions, Plugins, Brushes, Assets, etc: https://pix.live/envato
✅ The Best Professional Plugin for Color Grading: https://pix.live/infinitecolor
✅ Best Plugin for Landscape & Astrophotography: https://pix.live/propanel
✅ Try Photoshop for Free: https://pix.live/photoshop
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► THE GEAR I USE:
✅ My Graphic Tablet: https://pix.live/wacompro
✅ Recommended Budget Tablet: https://pix.live/wacomlite
✅ Primary Microphone: https://pix.live/mic1
✅ Budget Microphone: https://pix.live/mic2
✅ Audio Interface: https://pix.live/audiointerface
✅ Camera: https://pix.live/camera
✅ Lens: https://pix.live/lens
► DOWNLOADS:
1. Sample Image, Shadow Texture, One Free Hair Brush: https://pix.live/textbehinds
2. Pro Hair Brushes and Finished PSD: https://pix.live/textbehindpro (Only for PiXimperfect Patreon Family)
► LET'S CONNECT:
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Learn how to place text behind any object, subject, or anything at all, with realistic shadows in Photoshop!
🚀 Join PiXimperfect Pro - The Ultimate Photoshop Training Course: https://pix.live/pro
In this video, we'll learn how to put text behind an image and also keep everything editable. Then, we use fundamental Photoshop techniques to create realistic enviromental shadows using the power of blending modes. Then, we will cast the subject's shadow onto the text and add additional details to make the shadow look real. Finally, we will learn how to create a 3D highlight effect for the text, and make the text stand out from the background while still looking natural. I hope this video helps you. Thank you so much for watching :)
► TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:20 Adding Text Behind Subject
02:11 Create Natural Shadows
02:55 Create Subject Shadow
08:15 Add 3D Text Effects
10:11 Improve Masks and Hair
11:45 Finishing Touches
13:38 Quick Recap
► RECOMMENDED SOFTWARE & CREATIVE RESOURCES:
✅ Official PiXimperfect Compositing Plugin: https://pix.live/pixcomposite
✅ The Best A.I. Powered High-End Portrait Retouching Plugins: https://pix.live/retouch4me
✅ Unlimited Photoshop Actions, Plugins, Brushes, Assets, etc: https://pix.live/envato
✅ The Best Professional Plugin for Color Grading: https://pix.live/infinitecolor
✅ Best Plugin for Landscape & Astrophotography: https://pix.live/propanel
✅ Try Photoshop for Free: https://pix.live/photoshop
✅ Music Used in PiXimperfect Videos: https://pix.live/music
► THE GEAR I USE:
✅ My Graphic Tablet: https://pix.live/wacompro
✅ Recommended Budget Tablet: https://pix.live/wacomlite
✅ Primary Microphone: https://pix.live/mic1
✅ Budget Microphone: https://pix.live/mic2
✅ Audio Interface: https://pix.live/audiointerface
✅ Camera: https://pix.live/camera
✅ Lens: https://pix.live/lens
► DOWNLOADS:
1. Sample Image, Shadow Texture, One Free Hair Brush: https://pix.live/textbehinds
2. Pro Hair Brushes and Finished PSD: https://pix.live/textbehindpro (Only for PiXimperfect Patreon Family)
► LET'S CONNECT:
Instagram: instagram.com/piximperfect
Facebook: facebook.com/piximperfect
Twitter: twitter.com/piximperfect
