Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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Adding realistic shadows to objects in Adobe Photoshop is really easy so here's a step by step Photoshop tutorial on how to create and edit custom shadows with realistic results using Adobe Photoshop CC 2025 and any older versions of Adobe Photoshop with no plugins needed only the built in features. We take a look at how to find the light source and cast a shadow on a basketball or any objects using masks, adjustments and many more tools in Photoshop.

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