Creating Text Effects, Special Effects and Textures in PhotoImpact

A vignette, or soft fade, is a popular photo effect where the photo gradually fades into the background, usually in an oval shape. Using mask mode in PhotoImpact, you can preview the effect before applying it.

Learn how to use the free grayscale masks on this site with PhotoImpact's mask feature to create interesting edge effects for your photos.

Create a glass sphere using Eye Candy 3, the path tool, or without filters.

Add a drop shadow to text in Ulead PhotoImpact 4.2.

how to create a mirrored image effect in PhotoImpact 4.2.

How to make beveled text in Ulead PhotoImpact 4.2.

How to make curved text in Ulead PhotoImpact 4.2.

Make PhotoImpact act like the eraser tool in Paint Shop Pro.

Create the effect of a horizon with perspective in PhotoImpact 4.2.

Create a 3D inset effect for images or text in PI 4.2.

Create a light colored background from an existing image in PI 4.2. Also tips for using muted backgrounds.

How to make outlined text in Ulead PhotoImpact 4.2.

Create a perspective shadow in PhotoImpact 4.2 without using plug-in filters.

"Use selections and various effects to give your photos and other images a creative and modernistic look." Beginner level for PhotoImpact 8

This tutorial intends to show you how to create an image which will be converted to grayscale so it can be used as a "techno" mask, how to store it in your easy palette as a mask and then one way that mask can be used.

One simple method of creating cutout text in PhotoImpact 6.

Hey, don't throw those doodles and goof-ups away! Create seamless background tiles from your doodle drawings.

"Turn your doodles into exciting colorful seamless background tiles! It's so easy you to do and you won't believe the great results! You'll also learn how to use photos and other images to create even more variations." Beginner level for PhotoImpact 8

Create scan lines and add them to images for an interlacing effect.

Turn line art into colorful stained glass images with the native tools in PhotoImpact 6.

"Create your own plaid tiles using several filters, then use the new tile to create a coordinated border for the image used in making the plaid. Uses Simple Filters and Horizonus' Stripes are In filter." Beginner level for PhotoImpact 8

Create classic checkered gingham print patterns in any color you choose. Use them for backgrounds, fills, and more. PhotoImpact 6.0.

Colourizing a photograph can be so much fun, but why stick to traditional looks when you really want something quick and simple to do, with outstanding results? Stay with me and I'll show you how easy it can be.

Use free filters in PhotoImpact 6 to make plaid patterns.

Two methods for changing the lighting on an object.

Create colorful polka-dot patterns for backgrounds, fills, and more. PI6.

Ten different recipes for various shades and textures of metallic gold.

Turn any image into a muted background tile without third-party filters.

No more searching the net looking for that specific stained glass tile. Now you can make your own and in colors of your choice! It's easy, it's fun. Start your own Stained Glass library today. Create a variety of colors in a matter of minutes. Version 6.

"Get fancy with your text. Add it to a custom curve and get exactly what you want." Beginner level for PhotoImpact 8

Use the creative Painting tool in PI 5 to create a tortoise shell seamless pattern.

From Stephanie Baker-Thomas: "Use the new Z-merge tool to make a single object that serves as the building block for a high tech video wall."