Learn how to create unique, one-of-a-kind, stylized silhouette portraits in Photoshop! In this course, we’ll take the beauty and elegance of traditional silhouette portraits—created with paper and scissors—and learn how to create a similar style in today’s digital world—using Photoshop.
As you progress step-by-step through this beginner-friendly course, you’ll learn how to select your subject and create their stylized silhouette, then personalize it with things like jewelry and other accessories. We’ll explore some ways to add a touch of fun and whimsy to your silhouette portraits with features like crowns, birds, fairy wings, or banners (great to adding text!) and—I’ll show you some of my favorite tricks for adding photo frames and texture-rich backgrounds.
Included in the Project Resources, you’ll find links to practice files, a custom hair brush I created specifically for this course, and a PSD swipe file filled with drag-and-drop vector hairstyles and other bits & bobs you can use to polish the profile of any silhouette—I’m talking multiple pony tails, updos, and even some luxurious eye lashes!
This class is great for photographers and graphic designers looking for something new to offer, for anyone who enjoys working in Photoshop, and for anyone and everyone who just loves pretty things and wants to create a unique image for someone special.
Together we’ll walk through the process from the beginning, step-by-step, making it doable for any adventurous Photoshop newbie. And if you’re already somewhat familiar with Photoshop, you’ll likely still come away with plenty of new tricks!
Your project for this course is to apply what you learn here to create a silhouette portrait of your own. It could be a portrait of anyone—including yourself! You can get as whimsical and imaginative as you want, or keep your design more elegant and traditional.
When you’re finished, in addition to your completed silhouette portrait, you’ll the skills and know-how to create portraits for anyone you want, a solid command of Photoshop basics, and a bank of ideas and resources to carry you along in your learning adventure to wherever you decide to go next.
