You can create a simple three dimensional shape using all areas of bitmap artwork displayed in the primary colour. The shape is created on the currently active relief layer.
To create a shape using bitmap artwork:
- Choose the bitmap layer containing the artwork you want to use to create a shape.
- Ensure the bitmap layer is visible.
- Choose the relief layer on which you want to create the shape.
- The shape is created using the primary colour. Double-click a colour in the 2D view, the3D view, or the Palette to set the primary colour and display the Tool Settings: Shape Editor Tool panel.
- Define the profile of the relief using the settings on the panel.
- Select the Relief Combine Mode you want to use to combine the relief with the active relief layer.
- Click
Apply to apply the shape attributes to the colour.
The shape profile applied to the colour is displayed on its swatch in the colour palette. For example, if an angled profile is applied to yellow, it is shown as follows:
Note: If you are working in the 2D view, press
F3 to display the 3D view and see your shape.