Create a new image, 200 by 200 , and make a new raster layer . Now using the selection tool create the black shape you want to add the bevel to.

Next, use the magic wand , to select the black shape, the go to selections | modify | contract, and set the value to 2. Then select the fill tool and fill the selection with any color other than black.

KEEP YOUR SELECTION ACTIVE. Now go to Layers | Duplicate , and do that twice so you have to copied layers. Name the first layer Shadow1, and name the 2nd layer Shadow2.

Now, click on the "shadow2" layer and go to Effects | 3D Effects | Cutout and enter these values.

• Verticle = 1
• Horizontal = 1
• Opacity = 100
• Blur = 0
• Shadow Color = White

Now, click on the "shadow1" layer and go to Effects | 3D Effects | Cutout and enter these values.

• Verticle = -1
• Horizontal = -1
• Opacity = 100
• Blur = 0
• Shadow Color = Black

In your layer pallette adjust the opacity of the layers until it begins to look good. I used 50 for shadow 2 and 40 for shadow 1.

There you have it. You have completed the one bevel technique. Next, try adding a drop shadow, or a few gel buttons. Good Luck!