Create a Realistic Shadow for Objects in GIMP

In this GIMP Photo Manipulation tutorial I show you how to add realistic shadows to objects! I also show you (briefly) how to remove a background from an object, as well as how to create a realistic backdrop or wall using some easy shading and lighting tricks. 0:00 - Intro & Resources 0:57 - Import & Transform Image 2:10 - Erase Image Background 3:25 - Reposition Object 4:13 - Add Object Shadow 5:26 - Blur Shadow 5:43 - Add Perspective 7:55 - Fade Out Shadow 9:08 - Add Focus Blur 9:50 - Adjust Colors & Lighting 11:47 - Create Realistic Backdrop 12:34 - Final Thoughts I use the handy 3D transform tool, along with some background removal, selection, and painting techniques to achieve this effect. Download the Photo Used in This Tutorial: https://www.pexels.com/photo/ripe-tropical-pineapple-in-studio-7194784/ Visit our website for more text and video tutorials: https://www.daviesmediadesign.com/tutorials/ Enroll in Our GIMP Photo Editing Masterclass: https://www.udemy.com/course/gimp-photo-editing/?couponCode=FINALGIMPSUMMERSALE Want to make your GIMP theme look like mine? Check out this GIMP tutorial article: https://www.daviesmediadesign.com/customize-gimp-2-10-user-interface/ See how you can help out the GIMP Team: https://www.gimp.org/develop/ Download the latest version of GIMP: https://www.gimp.org/downloads/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DaviesMediaDesign/ Twitter: @DaviesMediaDes Instagram: @DaviesMediaDesign #ShadowEffect #PhotoManipulation #GIMPTutorial