Set iphoto pictures as dektop pictures

Hi, I have pictures in my iphoto library but when I right click there is no set as dektop picture, how can I set a pictures in iphoto as dektop picture, can ypu help, thanks.

What version of iPhoto? In iPhoto 11 it's under the Share Menu

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