Most tuts I have read always say to add C4D's and what not. Now, do you cut the actual render out of the black background or do you keep it in there and just change the layer settings? I've seen some video tuts that leave the black BG, but any other tips would be sweet.

Also, when you add your render (Subject render, like a person or something) you cut them out of the background right? That takes a while to do. Is there an easier way?

Thanks

There are two types of C4Ds: effect C4Ds and the other kind . Effect C4Ds will be in a black background and are usually shiny and flashy. I am guessing these are what you are talking about. Just put the layer to screen, linear dodge, color dodge, or lighten depending on what looks best. Then apply a layer mask and erase with your brush set to black whatever doesn't look good. Try to place the C4D in the direction of the general flow of the signature. In other words, you don't want bits of it sticking out in random directions.

A render is an image cut out of the background, so yes, you cut it out. It does take a while to do, so if you're feeling lazy, head on over to www.planetrenders.net. Simply register, and search for a render you like. They also have C4D and abstract renders.

This post was edited by SaffasMissionary on Aug 21 2008 02:42pm

Yeah i use planetrenders a lot. I still had to cut a render out that I used but thats basically what I figured u had to do. Thanks for the info

No problem. PM me if you have anymore questions, or just post and someone will answer.