can the shadow's color change along with the background color?

[bob don]

I am learning skills to add shadow for project.
but the shadow's color couldn't change along with the background color.
any solve way friends?

[EllenM]

Maybe like so:

[bob don]

Maybe like so:
<p><img src="//support-cdn.pixelmator.com/uploads-new/cuf_1657136775_MultiplyShadow.png" class="postimage is-shown is-visible" alt="Image" width="637" height="381"></p>

perfect solution my friend, I tried myself too. key is to add the layer type.

[EllenM]

Coming from vector design I´m used to use transparent overlays to generate shadow+highlights - so the base color can be changed on the fly:

Small hint; cast shadows usually start sharp and continue more soften at its end which can be fine tuned with a focus or tilt shift blur: