1. create a new file at least 1000 pixels wide (minimum screen size)
2. create a new layer, select an area on the left and fill it with a web color safe color.
3. While color is still selected create a drop shadow using alien skin
   OR: use a manual technique
   • duplicate the layer & fill with black
   • Blur the black (Gaussian blur)
   • knock back opacity if needed.
   • nudge it to the right
4. OR: make a drop shadow quickly with the airbrush
5. select a rectangular area and this time place the color in the foreground, white in the background and use the gradient tool to create a blended fill.
6. Add a stripe to the solid color for contrast and interest
7. Fill with a solid color and add noise
8. Gaussian Blur the noise
9. Motion Blur the noise
10. using the marquee feathered at 2 select a slim strip near the end of the colored area
11. Use Image > Adjust > Brightness and Contrast to lighten the area
12. select 2 slim areas to the left and right of the light area
13. Use Image > Adjust > Brightness and Contrast to darken the area
14. A bump is born

To get really wild and crazy try the sidebar color set 1/2" away from the left hand edge or use a stripe instead of a solid. Examples about at the Web Development Training Program website