Using
the Pen
Tool, draw out a border around your image. The less even it
is the better. You want to create an uneven, jagged stroke.
Once
you've completed the path, fill it with black.
Step 2: Creating the Grunge
Select
the Stroke Panel
and start experimenting with the different strokes.
Use
combinations of textures and strokes to create your rough, grungy
edge to your shape. Below are the options I used:
Step 3: Finishing the Effect
Select All
(Command-A/Control-A).
Go to
Modify>Group as Mask
to complete the effect.
If you
aren't satisfied with your effect, simply right click on your image
and select Ungroup and continue modifying your stroke
as you did before. Experimentation is the key in this effect. After
you've selected a new stroke, select all again and repeat the
mask.
Options:
Try applying a Gaussian Blur to your
shape before you mask it or create several different strokes, group
them, and then mask them over your image. There are lots of possibilities
here:-)
Flash®, Fireworks™, and Dreamweaver® are registered trademarks
of Macromedia, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries
Photoshop®, Photoshop Elements® and Illustrator® are registered
trademarks of Adobe Systems, Inc.
QuickTime® is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
Ebay® is a registered trademark