This effect was generated in Filter Forge, a Photoshop plugin that allows you to create your own filters.
EDGE GENERATOR: Generates sharp or blurry edges and all different shapes & sizes. You can also add Drop Shadows and make transparent edges. It also comes with 5 different modes.
MODES:
1. Creates a White or Black Edge with Photo
showing.
2. Turns your Photo into an edge, leaving white in the
middle. Good for DTP or layouts.
3. Creates a White or Black Edge Mask that can be
used in other Masking or Paint programs.
4. Creates a transparent Edge so your Photo looks
like a cutout. This mode only works if your
background is transparent.
5. Adds a Drop Shadow to your Mask. Same rules
as Mode 4.
There is also a Vertical & Horizontal offset supplied in case you need to move your New Edge around the canvas to center your photo. Many presets supplied to get you started.
TIPS:
When using a Drop Shadow (Mode 5), Radius Blur should be set to zero for best results.
Special Thanks to:
Ken for his Edges code.
CF andM for his Making Shadows code.
Frame, Mount, Border, Edges, Edge, Shadow
This filter has earned its author one of our rewards. They are given to the authors of popular filters and include a free copy of Filter Forge.