How to create 3D curved edge letters

[bkoopers]

Using Photoshop CS2, what are the steps to create 3D curved edge letters that look like this example:

Thanks to anyone who can help me out.

 

[jimoblak]

Isn't that just the drop shadow effect on a layer of Cooper Black text?

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[audiopro]

Looks more like bevel and emboss to me.

Keith

http://www.studiosoft.co.uk

 

[jimoblak]

...except that there is nothing bevelled, nor embossed.

A bevel/emboss effect traditionally uses shadows and highlights to make a 3D effect. This is simply a drop shadow. There are no highlights.

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[audiopro]

I agree but I think there has been a bit of extra work done there. I have taken your advice and complained to the PC Hardware - Hard Drive Issues Forum as they probably need something to take their minds off their hum drum lives. LOL

Regards

Keith

http://www.studiosoft.co.uk

 

[bkoopers]

Thanks to all who posted suggestions. I was able to get the effect that I needed by typing the letters using the "JAMES" font (93.1 pt, regular, crisp) and then using a layer style setting the "Inner Bevel" as follows:

Technique: Smooth
Depth: 211 %
Direction: Up
Size: 24 px
Soften: 16 px

The Shading was left at the default settings. I also applied the same bevel settings to the surrounding oval.

Here is the result: