How To Draw Clipping Mask In Adobe Illustrator
Today I will be showing you how to mask or hide object(s) with the help of another object by clipping. It is very simple to use, and it helps you to prepare more professional designs.
Let us start the process of Clipping Mask.
1. I will choose an image from the internet to show you the process clipping mask.
2. Let us now draw a shape to mask the base image.
3. Select both the image and the shape. Make sure, the shape is placed on top.
Now, either you can go to Object -> Clipping Mask ->Make.
4. So, the final masked image looks like the image below.
5. Similarly, we can mask text using another object. The steps are the same. Instead of an image, I will be using text.
6. Now create a circle on top of the text and select both the elements.
7. Our next step is to make the clipping mask either going to the object and then selecting the Make Clipping Mask option, or just using the short cut by a right-click and selecting the Make Clipping Mask directly.
8. So, the resultant masked text looks like –
These variations of clipping masks are required widely in the field of graphic designing, whether it is banner, poster, advertisement or even any website or any kind of design.
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Ria Nandy
I am a well organized and qualified Graphic Designer, with extensive experience in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop. I have a good working knowledge of Vector Graphics, Visual Identities and Marketing Materials. Dedicated to staying up-to-date on new techniques and procedures related to Graphic Design. I am a good communicator, and this allows me to integrate well with organizations/clients. I worked for different companies in the last 3 years and now, I work full-time as a Freelancer to give my clients a quality product with the quick response time. Facebook | Linkedin
I am a well organized and qualified Graphic Designer, with extensive experience in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop. I have a good working knowledge of Vector Graphics, Visual Identities and Marketing Materials. Dedicated to staying up-to-date on new techniques and procedures related to Graphic Design. I am a good communicator, and this allows me to integrate well with organizations/clients. I worked for different companies in the last 3 years and now, I work full-time as a Freelancer to give my clients a quality product with the quick response time. Facebook | Linkedin