How to Create a Text Portrait in Adobe Photoshop
Posted on 16th June 2023
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Overview
In this tutorial, we will show you how to create a text portrait using Adobe Photoshop. We will be using basic Photoshop tools and techniques to create this text portrait. This tutorial is suitable for beginners.
Required Materials
- Adobe Photoshop
- A picture of a person or an object
Step 1: Open Adobe Photoshop and create a new document
Open Adobe Photoshop and create a new document. The dimensions of the document should be based on the picture that you will be using.
Step 2: Insert the picture that you will be using
Insert the picture that you will be using into the Photoshop document. You can do this by going to File > Insert.
Step 3: Duplicate the layer
Duplicate the layer that contains the picture. You can do this by right-clicking on the layer and selecting Duplicate Layer.
Step 4: Blur the duplicated layer
Blur the duplicated layer by going to Filter > Blur > Gaussian Blur. Apply a blur radius of 5 pixels.
Step 5: Change the blend mode of the duplicated layer to Screen
Change the blend mode of the duplicated layer to Screen. You can do this by going to Layer > Blending Options > Screen.
Step 6: Add a layer mask to the duplicated layer
Add a layer mask to the duplicated layer. You can do this by going to Layer > Layer Mask > Reveal All.
Step 7: Select the Brush tool and set the brush size
Select the Brush tool and set the brush size to 100 pixels. You can do this by going to Window > Brush.
Step 8: Paint over the areas that you want to keep
Paint over the areas that you want to keep with the Brush tool. The areas that you paint over will be kept while the areas that you don’t paint over will be blurred.
Step 9: Change the blend mode of the picture layer to Overlay
Change the blend mode of the picture layer to Overlay. You can do this by going to Layer > Blending Options > Overlay.
Step 10: Add a levels adjustment layer
Add a levels adjustment layer. You can do this by going to Layer > New Adjustment Layer > Levels. Drag the black slider to the right until it is at the halfway point between the two white sliders.
Step 11: Add a hue/saturation adjustment layer
Add a hue/saturation adjustment layer. You can do this by going to Layer > New Adjustment Layer > Hue/Saturation. Check the box next to “Colorize” and drag the saturation slider to the right until it is at the halfway point.
Step 12: Add a curves adjustment layer
Add a curves adjustment layer. You can do this by going to Layer > New Adjustment Layer > Curves. Drag the middle of the line down to create an “S” shape.
Step 13: Add a vignette
Add a vignette by going to Filter > Lens Correction. Check the box next to “Show Lens Correction Options” and drag the Vignette slider to the left.
Step 14: Save the image
Save the image by going to File > Save As. Choose the file format that you want to save the image in and click “Save”.
In this final section, we’ll learn how to create a text portrait using Adobe Photoshop. This is a great way to add some personality to your photos, and it’s a lot of fun to do!
First, open up Photoshop and create a new document. Make sure the dimensions are large enough to fit your photo (I used 8″x10″). Next, open up your photo and drag it into the new document.
Now we need to add some text. Click on the “Text” tool in the toolbar, and then click somewhere on your photo to add some text. I used the “Impact” font, and I made my text white. You can experiment with different fonts and colors to see what looks best.
Once you’re happy with your text, we need to add some more personality to it. First, let’s give it a drop shadow. To do this, click on the “Layer” menu at the top of the screen, and then click on “Layer Style.” A menu will pop up – click on “Drop Shadow.”
Now we need to add some depth to our text. To do this, click on the “Edit” menu at the top of the screen, and then click on “Transform.” A menu will pop up – click on “Warp.”
A grid will appear over your text. Drag the points on the grid to warp your text. I made my text curved so it would follow the contours of my photo.
Once you’re happy with your text, click on the “File” menu at the top of the screen, and then click on “Save.” That’s it! You’ve now learned how to create a text portrait using Adobe Photoshop.
Now that you have chosen your text, you need to decide on a font. A good rule of thumb is to use a sans serif font for your portrait, as they are generally easier to read. Once you have selected a font, you need to decide on a size. Again, a good rule of thumb is to use a font size that is large enough to be easily read, but not so large that it overwhelze your text to decide on the best font size for your portrait.
Next, you need to decide on a color scheme for your text portrait. A good way to start is to choose two or three colors that complement each other. Once you have chosen your colors, you need to decide on a layout for your text. A good way to start is to center your text on the canvas.
Once you have decided on a layout, you need to start typing out your text. As you type, you will want to keep an eye on the kerning, or the spacing between the letters. Kerning is an important aspect of typography, and you want to make sure that your text is easy to read.
When you are finished typing out your text, you may want to add some embellishments. You can do this by adding shapes, lines, or other graphics to your portrait. This is a great way to add some personality to your text portrait.
When you are finished, you should save your text portrait. You can do this by going to File > Save As. Choose a file format that is compatible with your computer, and then click Save.
