8. Our image is a bit flat, so we need to add some lighting effects. [FILTER] [RENDER] [LIGHTING EFFECTS]These settings give us a nice single light source which adds volume and dimension to our ball.Light generates shadows, but don't be tempted to just slap a drop shadow on this thing! Here's a custom shadow effect that easy as this tutorial...9. Create a new layer and drag it underneath the ball. Select the transparancy from the ball layer, making sure you are still in your new layer. Fill it with black and then SQUISH it with the FREE TRANSFORM tool. Like this...10. Hit the shadow layer with a motion blur (horizontal direction if you please--but feel free to experiment with the amount. Then hit it again with a low gausian blur just to take the edge off. Move it over so it looks natural under the basketball and Voila! Instant shadow!Now you are ready for some round ball! Hoop it up!