How to Create A Silhouette in Photoshop
Learn how to create a silhouette in Photoshop by starting with the ideal image, then making and refining the mask.
In this Photoshop how-to video, Steve Caplin shows how to create a silhouette. He starts by choosing an image that will translate well to the black and white format, without relying on the context clues from the full photo. Working with the image mask, Steve makes further adjustments to craft the perfect silhouette.
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This article was last modified on August 29, 2025
This article was first published on April 4, 2025
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