Use Photoshop's Pen Tool to Watermark Photos
Posted: December 08, 2020
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Posting images online is something just about everyone does. Unfortunately, there are too many people that think "if it's on the internet, it's free to use", which can lead to stolen images. If you're a professional photographer trying to sell your images or build your brand, that can be devastating. You may already know that you should watermark your photos before posting, but maybe you're not thrilled with the options you have to do so. One option to consider for something simple - the Pen tool in Photoshop.
Ana Mireles, photographer and contributor to Digital Photography School, shares how to watermark photos with the Pen tool.
Did you know that you can create a
watermark with the
Pen tool? Watermarking images is one of those issues that sparks strong feelings; some people love it and others hate it.
I think the success of a watermark is a matter of knowing when to use it and how to make it.
This article will show you how to create a watermark – using only the Pen tool in Photoshop!
What is a watermark?
A watermark is a digital “signature” that you add to your photographs. It doesn’t have to be a literal signature, though – you can use a logo, your name, or just the copyright symbol.
The purpose of the watermark is either to
protect your work or to
advertise yourself. But you’ll want to make sure that your watermark isn’t too distracting. Otherwise, you are defeating the point of showing your work online.
Read the entire article,
How to Create a Watermark with the Pen Tool in Photoshop, on
Digital Photography School.