Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Adobe Photoshop Elements 2

Chapter 11. Adding Text and Shapes to Images

IN THIS CHAPTER

• Introducing the Type Tool

• Adding Graphics to an Image

• Variations—Creating Signs with Drawing and Painting Tools

• Creating Transparent Text

• Modifying Custom Shapes

To most people, the terms photos, images, and graphics seem synonymous. However, some people use the term graphics to refer to text or hand-drawn vector or bitmap graphics. Photos created with a camera or scanner are considered images, not graphics. Whatever term you might prefer, Photoshop Elements enables you to create, edit, and delete graphics, images, and photos.

This chapter shows you how to create fabulous-looking horizontal and vertical text and create stunning text-shaped masks using the Horizontal or Vertical Type and Type ...