How to Create 3D Pop Up Effect in Canva - Out of Bounds Effect

Introduction

Creating a captivating 3D pop-out effect, also known as the out-of-bounds effect, can bring your designs in Canva to life. In this tutorial, we’ll walk through the steps to create this effect effortlessly. Let’s dive in!

Step 1: Upload and Resize Your Image

1. Start by uploading the image you want to use. Once uploaded, drag it to your design area and resize it to fit the page appropriately.

Step 2: Create the Curve Elements

2. Next, navigate to the Elements tab on the left side of the screen and type "curve" in the search bar.
3. Choose the first curve graphic from the search results. Change its color to white and rotate it slightly.
4. Increase the size of this curve a little for better visibility.
5. Duplicate this curve element by selecting it and pressing Ctrl + D (or Cmd + D on a Mac) and then increase the size of the new graphic.
6. Repeat the duplication process, this time decreasing the size and adjusting the rotation for a layered effect.
7. Duplicate once more and place the last curve on the opposite side of the previous elements.

Step 3: Use the Draw Tool

8. Go to the Draw tab and select the pen tool. Change the color to white.
9. Access the settings to increase transparency and weight. Fill in the parts around the curves with white, ensuring a clean edge.

Step 4: Download Your Design

10. Once satisfied with your design, download it.

Step 5: Change the Background

11. Change the background color to any color that fits your design style.
12. Drag your previous design back to the canvas and access the edit options. Here, you can utilize the background remover tool to cut out any unwanted parts of your image.
13. If the background remover does not work well, opt for the magic erase tool. Use the brush tool, decrease the brush size, and meticulously brush through the corners of the image.
14. Delete the background by clicking on the area, confirming your choice.

Step 6: Add Shadows

15. With the image selected, go to Edit image > Scroll down to Shadows. Choose the outline option and change the color to white.
16. Download your design again, selecting the option for a transparent background.
17. Upload the newly downloaded image back into Canva. Access the edit images again, and scroll down to shadows. Choose the curved shadow option, increase the curve to 100%, and set the side distance to zero.
18. Adjust the first image’s transparency to around 50%. Ensure both images are the same size, and use the keyboard arrows to make slight adjustments.
19. Increase the transparency back up and remove the background again as needed. Crop the picture from one side to finalize your design.

Final Thoughts

Now that you have followed these steps, you should have a beautiful 3D pop-out effect in your design. This eye-catching effect draws viewers in and can enhance the overall presentation of your project.

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Keywords

• Canva
• 3D pop out effect
• Out of bounds effect
• Elements
• Curve graphics
• Draw tool
• Background remover
• Shadows
• Transparency

FAQ

Q: What is the 3D pop-out effect in Canva?
A: The 3D pop-out effect gives the illusion that an image is popping out of the background, enhancing depth and visual interest.

Q: Can I use any image for this tutorial?
A: Yes, you can use any image; however, some images may work better based on their composition and details.

Q: What if the background remover doesn’t work for my image?
A: If the background remover fails, you can try using the magic erase tool or manually use the draw tool for cleanup.

Q: Do I need any graphic design skills to follow these steps?
A: No prior graphic design skills are necessary; the steps are simple and can be followed by anyone familiar with Canva.

Q: Can I change the colors of the designs at any point in this process?
A: Absolutely! Feel free to customize colors whenever you see fit to match your design vision.