DVD Disc

This is a simple version of how to create a DVD disc. I've seen different gradients used for this effect, but the rainbow one I'm showing here seems to be the most popular. At the end of this technique I show how to make the disc appear as if it's protruding from some DVD packaging because that's what everybody seems to be doing these days to make it clear that the package contains a DVD, not a VHS tape. If you want to learn how to create the DVD packaging from a flat photo, flip to Chapter 6, “Portfolio Effects.”

Quick Tip: Changing the unit of measurement for a field, without taxing your memory

You may already know that when entering a measurement in a field, if you want your measurement to be 1 inch, you can enter “1 in.” If you ...

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