In this quick Photoshop tutorial, we’ll learn how to create a 3D anaglyph effect in Photoshop. This is not only a fun effect but you can also experiment with anaglyph red and cyan 3D glasses. This effect is recommended for black and white photos but also color images with decent contrast.
You can even create a 3D version of your time-lapse video. Let’s see how to create this simple effect quickly.
Tutorial details and resources
Difficulty: Beginner
Apps: Adobe Photoshop (CS3 or later)
Estimated Completion Time: 5-10′ Minutes
Resources: Old Car Photo by Nikolai Justesen
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Step 1 > Open your Image & Duplicate
First, run Photoshop and open the image you want. Go to Layer > Duplicate Layer to create a new copy.
Step 2 > Blending Options
Go to Layer > Layer Style > Blending Option and uncheck the Red channel.
Disable the red channel and press OK to confirm.
Step 3 > Move the New Layer
Move the new layer by 25-30px by pressing Shift + Right Arrow on your keyboard.
Step 4 > Crop the Image
Pick the Crop Tool (C) on your toolbox and crop the edges where the layers don’t align.
Final Work
Experiment with different images to quickly create 3D anaglyph photo effects in Adobe Photoshop. Test your work while using 3D glasses.
