Digital ImagingUnit 6: Special Layer FunctionsModule 3: Using Clipping Masks

Clipping Mask

A clipping mask works similar to a layer mask (discussed in Module 1). Clipping masks allow for masking effects, such as an image showing through text.

A clipping mask is accomplished by using two layers in a photoshop document. The bottom layer of the two acts as the masking agent.

Digital ImagingUnit 6: Special Layer FunctionsModule 3: Using Clipping Masks

Clipping Mask

To create a clipping mask create a layer with the shape you wish the final image to be in on the bottom layer in a photoshop file.

Digital ImagingUnit 6: Special Layer FunctionsModule 3: Using Clipping Masks

Clipping Mask

Select the layer with the image you wish to have clipped.

From the fly out menu choose “Create Clipping Path”

Digital ImagingUnit 6: Special Layer FunctionsModule 3: Using Clipping Masks

Clipping Mask

The image on the bottom layer masks the image on the top layer to create a new masked image.