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How Do You Make a Silhouette in Canva?

Last updated on January 15, 2023 @ 3:28 pm

When it comes to design, there are a few basic principles that always apply. One of those is the use of contrast to create visual interest. One way to create contrast is to use light and dark colors together.

This is where silhouettes come in. A silhouette is an image that is only defined by its outline. The inside is usually filled with a solid color, making it appear as though the subject is cut out of paper.

So, how do you make a silhouette in Canva? The first step is to find an image that you want to turn into a silhouette.  Once you have your image, upload it into Canva and add it to your canvas.

NOTE: The best images for this are ones with a lot of negative space around the subject.

 

Now go to the Image Editor by clicking on the “Edit image” button at the top menu then select the “Background Remover” tool from the left panel.

NOTE: Please note that the Background Remover tool is only available for Canva PRO users. You can, however, use free third-party tools to do the job and then upload your image with the removed background in Canva.

 

This will remove the background from your image. Click on “Apply” to save your changes.

Now, still in the Image Editor, scroll down and go to the “You may also like” section then select the “Duotone” effect.

NOTE: The Duotone effect gives your image a trendy two-tone look.

Click on the “Use” button to connect to the Duotone effect.

A list of available Duotone effect variations will then appear. From there, click on any of the choices then click again on the settings icon that will appear on the effect itself.

From there, change the color of the “Highlights” to black. A preview of the effect being applied can be seen on your canvas.

Do the same for the Shadows’ color.

And there you have it! You can now make a Silhouette in Canva! Once you’re satisfied with the silhouette of your image, click on the “Apply” button below to save your changes.

 

PRO TIP: This article contains instructions on how to make a silhouette in Canva, but does not warn readers that this may be difficult to do. If you are not familiar with Canva, or if you are not comfortable using image editing software, you may want to seek the advice of a professional.

Conclusion:

So, how do you make a silhouette in Canva?

The first step is to find an image that you want to turn into a silhouette. The best images for this are ones with a lot of negative space around the subject. Once you have your image, enter the Image Editor and use the “Background Remover” tool to remove the background of your image. From there, use the Duotone effect to make a black silhouette from your image. Lastly, click on the “Apply” button and you’re all set!

Drew Clemente

Drew Clemente

Devops & Sysadmin engineer. I basically build infrastructure online.