Hi and welcome to this tutorial on how to make a web banner design in Photoshop. In this video, we will be covering the following:
- Setting up our canvas and choosing a color scheme.
- Importing images and graphics.
- Using various Photoshop tools such as the pen tool, text tool, and shape tools to create custom graphics and add text to our banner.
- Using layer styles and blending options to add depth and dimension to our design.
First, let's start by setting up our canvas. Open Photoshop and create a new document. Set the dimensions to the size that you want your banner to be. It's a good idea to use a size that is commonly used for web banners, such as 728x90 or 468x60.
Next, let's choose a color scheme for our banner. You can either choose colors that match your website's branding, or you can use colors that are visually appealing and eye-catching. To choose colors in Photoshop, go to the "Swatches" panel and select the colors that you want to use.
Now, let's import any images or graphics that we want to use in our banner. To do this, go to "File" and select "Import." Browse for the image that you want to use and click "Open." The image will be placed on its own layer in your document.
Next, let's use the various Photoshop tools to create custom graphics and add text to our banner. The pen tool is great for creating precise, vector-based shapes. The text tool allows you to add text to your banner. And the shape tools, such as the rectangle tool and ellipse tool, let you create basic shapes.
Finally, let's use layer styles and blending options to add depth and dimension to our design. Layer styles can be applied to any layer in your document and allow you to add effects such as drop shadows, bevels, and glows. Blending options allow you to adjust how a layer interacts with the layers below it.
And that's it! You now have the skills and knowledge to create a professional-looking web banner in Photoshop. Thanks for watching, and happy designing!