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How Do You Make a Latte Art in Photoshop?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 1:04 am

As the popularity of latte art continues to grow, so does the demand for ways to create these designs at home. While there are a few different ways to create latte art, one of the most popular is using Photoshop. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to create latte art in Photoshop.

1. Start by creating a new document in Photoshop.

The dimensions of the document will depend on the size of the cup you are using. For this example, we will use a document size of 8×10 inches.

2. Next, you will need to find an image of a latte.

This can be done by searching Google Images or another image search engine. Once you have found an image, open it in Photoshop.

3. Now, you will need to crop the image so that only the latte is visible.

To do this, select the “Crop Tool” from the toolbar on the left hand side of the screen. Then, click and drag the cursor around the latte until it is completely selected. Once you have done this, press “Enter” on your keyboard to crop the image.

4. The next step is to add a “Layer Mask” to the image.

A layer mask is what will allow us to erase parts of the image and reveal the cup underneath. To add a layer mask, click on the “Add Layer Mask” icon at the bottom of the “Layers” panel (it looks like a circle within a square).

PRO TIP: This article contains instructions on how to create latte art in Photoshop. However, it is important to note that this should only be attempted by experienced users. Those who are not familiar with Photoshop may find the process to be difficult and frustrating.

5. Now that we have our layer mask, we can start erasing parts of the latte image to reveal the cup underneath.

To do this, make sure that your foreground color is set to black and your background color is set to white (this can be done by pressing “D” on your keyboard). Then, select the “Brush Tool” from the toolbar and start painting over areas of the latte that you want to erase. As you paint over these areas, they will become transparent and you will be able to see the cup underneath.

6. Once you have finished erasing parts of the latte image, you can add some text to your design if you’d like.

To do this, select the “Text Tool” from the toolbar and click anywhere on your canvas to add some text. A new text box will appear and you can type whatever message you’d like inside of it.

7. The last step is to save your design! To do this, go to File > Save As… and choose where you would like to save your file.

Make sure that you save it as a .png file so that it maintains its transparency (this is important for when we print it out later). And that’s it! You now know how to createlatte art in Photoshop.

In conclusion, creating latte art in Photoshop is a relatively simple process that anyone can do with some practice.

Kathy McFarland

Kathy McFarland

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