Newb question alert! - Watermark?

[Tina Gray]

Hiya!

I was wondering if someone could point me in the right direction to learn how to make a watermark like the ones in these gorgeous photos?

http://digital-photography-school.co...en-awhile.html

Thanks in advance!

[kencaleno]

Like this:

Select the type tool.

In the options bar, click the color swatch and set the text color to 50% gray. Use RGB values 128-128-128;

Choose a fairly heavy typeface like Arial Black.

Type the copyright symbol or any other text you want to use for a watermark.
Click the commit button to add your text.

Use the move tool to resize and position your text as desired. Double click to commit the changes.

In the layer styles palette choose Bevels from the pull down menu.
Click on Simple Inner to apply this effect.

Double click on the circled f symbol of the type layer in the layer palette to bring up the style settings dialog.

Adjust the bevel size and lighting angle until it's to your liking.
Click OK to apply the settings.

In the layers palette, change the blend mode for the type layer to Hard Light.

You are not restricted to using only text for this effect. Try importing a logo or symbol to use as a watermark.
The Windows keyboard shortcut for the copyright (©) symbol is Alt+0169 (use the numeric keypad to type the numbers).

If you use the same watermark often, save it to a file that can be dropped into an image any time you need it.

[flavio]

Tina,

If you run a google search for: watermark freeware software" you will probably find a good solution to your inquiry.
You may also try shareware software.
If you are ready to invest a couple of bucks you can try so called professional programs like:

Watermark Software, Photo Watermarking Software Free Download

Good luck!

[Tina Gray]

Thanks so much, Ken & Flavio! Much appreciated!