It turns out there are many more considerations in 3D than 2D. But they didn’t look as good as I wanted. As I started using 3D software, I managed to make very simple models fairly quickly. More importantly, I believed 3D design would allow me to create a more authentic, realistic look compared to a manipulated 2D image. I was fascinated by the possibilities of creating realistic physical objects on a flat computer screen. So, I decided to learn how to use 3D software. I soon realized that faking 3D in Photoshop had its limitations. A lot of my time was spent focused on making sure the images appeared natural with respect to angles, shadow direction, and light. After all the images were present, I would use Adobe Photoshop to further manipulate the images, making it seem like they were taken during the same shoot with the same lighting. During that time, I would “fake” the 3D effect by performing painstaking and time-consuming 2D image manipulation.Īt a high level, I would bring in background images (e.g., stadiums, arenas, etc.) and the object image of interest (e.g., sneakers). I’ve never been a 3D expert, but I’ve always had an interest in creating 3D art.īefore Adobe, I worked at a variety of branding and advertising agencies where I frequently created 3D mockups for everything from package designs to sneaker campaigns.

My name is Erin, and I’m a member of the Dimension team here at Adobe. Share what you’ve made on Behance and Twitter using the hashtag #adobedimension.ĭownload Erin’s Dimension file to follow along and recreate her scene! You can download the Dimension app as well as Erin’s design file and incorporate your own design choices to make the scene unique. She’ll share a little bit about her journey into the world of 3D design and take you step by step through her process to create your own abstract 3D rendering. In this post, we’d like to introduce you to Erin Kim, a senior product designer on the Dimension team. But in the off hours, they each have their own creative visions and passion projects. During the day, they work to make Dimension the best product it can be for our users. This summer, we are taking you behind the scenes into the creative processes of some of our very own Dimension team members. By compositing 2D background images with 3D assets, the creative possibilities are endless. Stepping Into a New Dimension: From 2D to 3D Design How to use materials, Photoshop brushes, and more to explore your creativity in Adobe Dimension.Īdobe Dimension makes it easy for designers of all skill levels to bring images to life.

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