Trying to recreate this shadow effect that create a 3d look to the card

[Khovley]

Hello! I have been trying to create cards that have a similar look to the one pictured in the attached file, but I am struggling to get my shadows to fall off in the right direction for it to give the same effect. I have been able to get close by creating a gradient overlay that works to enhance the shadow applied, but I feel like there would be a better way. Any help would be much appreciated. 

Thank you for your time. 

[tromboniator · Accepted solution]

Are you talking about the shadows under the overlapping edges? Add a path under each card with a drop shadow applied, adjusting the shape of the edge and the shadow intensity as you see fit.

Peter

[Khovley]

So simple! I feel silly for not thinking of that. Thank you for your timely response and excellent explanation. Always fun seeing and learning solutions. 

[tromboniator]

You're welcome! I'm glad you found it useful. Feeling silly, at least some of the time, is sort of a requirement around here.

Peter