How to Add a Sphere Using Paint Shop Pro

To add a sphere using Paint Shop Pro, you can follow these steps:

1. Open Paint Shop Pro and create a new image by selecting "File" > "New". Choose the desired size and background color for your image.

2. Select the "Elliptical Marquee" tool from the toolbar on the left-hand side of the screen.

3. Click and drag the "Elliptical Marquee" tool over the area where you want to add the sphere. This will create a circular selection.

4. Select the "Gradient" tool from the toolbar.

5. Choose a gradient that you like and make sure the "Foreground to Background" option is selected.

6. Click and drag the "Gradient" tool over the circular selection, starting from the top and dragging down towards the bottom. This will create a gradient that looks like a sphere.

7. Deselect the circular selection by selecting "Selection" > "Select None".

8. To add some shading and highlights to the sphere, select the "Dodge/Burn" tool from the toolbar.

9. Choose a small brush size and set the strength to around 50%.

10. Use the "Dodge/Burn" tool to add shading to the bottom of the sphere and highlights to the top.

11. You can also use the "Smudge" tool to blend the shading and highlights together for a more realistic look.

12. Once you are happy with your sphere, save the image by selecting "File" > "Save As" and choosing your desired file format.

That's it! You have successfully added a sphere using Paint Shop Pro.