Sometimes a print or online project needs an outline-type silhouette instead of an actual photo, in order to illustrate a project. By using the Threshold tool and the Gradient tool, we can make a few unique effects to complement a print of online design.
Preview of Final Results
Silhouettes and Gradients Photoshop Tutorial
Step 1
Open up an image that has a clearly-defined outline that differentiates elements within the photo. Download one of these two support files to follow along with these examples, which are in the public domain.
Support Files
CSA-2006-10-10-112726
CSA-2006-10-31-094952
Step 2
Go to Image>Adjustments>Threshold.
Step 3
Drag the arrow so that the subjects in the photo and other areas we want to be visible are black. For the helicopter photo, place the arrow between the two areas of pixels. For this example, I set it to 90. Press OK.
