This realistic shadow tutorial was a bit challenging and took MULTIPLE attempts to get a pleasing product. I started with the tiger image above then pulled in a new background which is pictured to the right.
Next I extracted the tiger with quick selection tool and worked a lot with contrast and softness in the refined edge. I also put it against the blue background so pixel fringe could be seen and I could handle that.
Finally I took all backgrounds away and worked with just the tiger to create a shadow. This was particularly difficult as I had to pay attention to not only the light source but the way the shadow fell. I used a gradient for the shadow to be dark near the tiger then lighten the opacity to blend with the ground. One thing I love about this piece is the tiger however the background I put it on just isn't quite as awesome:(
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