Border / Frame with name - DPChallenge Forums

06/22/2006 05:32:17 PM · #1

I know this has been brought up several times, but if anyone can guide me to an article or offer any help it would be much appreciated.
I want to learn how to put a border/frame around a photo, along with the title of the photo & my name. I've seen several others here that are really well done & very professional.....
Thanks!

06/22/2006 05:46:12 PM · #2

There are many different versions around and it is all up to your own imagination and likings. This is one that I do a lot.

It is simply placing a number of borders around the image. Then create a new layer and type your text in the font/size/colour etc that you want. Move the text to the area you want and then repeat more text on another layer until you have finished.

If I knew what program you used I would be able to lay it out in more detail for you.

06/22/2006 05:49:03 PM · #3

I use Adobe Photoshop Elements 3. Also I use Microsoft PictureIt 7.
I've a few other programs on my computer, but these are the main ones that I like.

06/22/2006 05:51:58 PM · #4

Okay..I have to duck out soon. When I get back I will write it down for you step by step. Just bear with me...Okies?

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 USM

06/22/2006 05:57:19 PM · #5

Thank you!!!!

sacredspirit

Canon EOS-600D/T3i Rebel

06/22/2006 06:03:55 PM · #6

Select button--->all
Edit button---->stroke

again if you want multiple borders
then Text tool, put what you want and the color
keep text layer activated, and use your move button. Move it where you want it.

Hope it helps, if not maybe judi can explain better. -J.

GeneralE

Canon PowerShot S3 IS

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

06/22/2006 06:27:03 PM · #7

Originally posted by sacredspirit:

Select button--->all
Edit button---->stroke

But this will cover the outer portion of your picture. If you've already cropped, you should increase the Canvas Size; the Background Color will fill the new space.

Rikki

Canon EOS-20D

06/22/2006 07:08:41 PM · #8

I actually generated a template for this particular series of images. Once the photo was processed, all I did was drag it into the template and edit the text and I was done ;) I have a few templates that I use depending on the images I produce.

Let me know if you want a copy of the template. I would gladly send it to you ;)

Cheers,

Rikki

06/22/2006 07:15:13 PM · #9

I am just writing a tut now. Will let you know when it is up.

06/22/2006 09:16:28 PM · #10

Okay if anybody wants to follow the steps than please go to this thread.

Borders and Text

Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 E-mount

06/22/2006 10:03:13 PM · #11

Judi, Jason, Paul, & Rikki.....
Thank you for all the helpful responses. Hoping I will have a finished photo with border & print to show tomorrow :).

jmsetzler

Sony Alpha a6000

06/22/2006 11:42:21 PM · #12

Something like THIS?

It's not too difficult if you understand layers in photoshop. Each element of this composition is on a separate layer and All i used to create the mats and frame was the bevel/emboss function...

Twyla

Canon EOS-300D Rebel

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6

06/23/2006 12:11:09 AM · #13

is this for printing purposes or just for internet display?
What would you use on a print? Would you use any border at all? And the image information and signature, etc, just bottom-right it fairly small?

06/27/2006 01:45:12 AM · #14

Thought I'd post a quick update. I have not mastered the border / frame concept yet(also have not had much free time), but as soon as I get one that turns out right, I'll be sure to post! I have to get used to layering.......I'm starting to think I am Adobe PS illiterate, LOL :)

Rikki

Canon EOS-20D

06/27/2006 01:45:56 AM · #15

i can send you my template if you would like...

06/27/2006 01:47:44 AM · #16

Originally posted by Rikki:

i can send you my template if you would like...

You sent it the other day....I got it, thank you! But I am so not used to working with borders, etc. that I'm even having trouble with that, Ugh.......

Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AF

07/10/2006 03:20:32 PM · #17

Hey, wanted to drop a line to say that I actually figured out how to make a border! Thanks to you all of course :).
Of course I only did one with a plain, simple border, but now that I've got that down, I can move on to maybe adding another color & text :).
Thanks again

klstover

Panasonic DMC-FZ8

07/10/2006 03:21:34 PM · #18

Whooo!

faidoi

Pentax K10D

07/10/2006 03:22:25 PM · #19

It's an official tutorial.

Elvis_L

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

07/10/2006 03:23:47 PM · #20

Originally posted by Rikki:

And here I am making all mine 1 at a time like a sucker! thanks for the tip.