What We’re Making

This Text Effect Quickie will show you how to easily create a soft glowing moon-like text.

Before getting started, you may want to download the font used:

• Nevis Bold

Step 1 - Background

Since this text effect looks best on dark colored backgrounds, let’s create one. Using the color #0f1c25 and black, create a radial gradient from the center of your document.

Step 2 - Setting the Type

Let’s set some type in the document to use the effect on. Bolder and stronger fonts will work better!

Step 3 - Setting Up the Layer Style

Go into your text layers Blending Options (Right Click Layer > Blending Options).

Apply the layer effects shown below, making any modifications as needed.

Drop Shadow

Outer Glow

#afd3e2

Inner Glow

#93c1d4

Gradient Overlay

#afd3e2 to White