Greetings, everyone! ♥
I love creating things, beautiful things that come from a grateful heart.
Today, I’d love to share a video tutorial and a few resources on how to use a JPEG, PNG, and PSD Photoshop (Smart Object) Mockup file in Photoshop.
When I first started sharing my poetry, I used Mockups to help showcase my work. Mockups are fantastic for showcasing our creations in a more realistic setting.
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Frame Mockups
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There are Mockups for everything you can imagine. Products you see online are, most likely, displayed using a Mockup. Yup, clothing, coffee cups, books, and even billboard Mockups can be found easily with a quick Google search. There are numerous websites offering free Mockups. MOCKUP WORLD is a gem! Sometimes attribution or a link back is required, but not always. It’s necessary to read the fine print of course; some are only available for personal use, but the majority of Mockups are available for commercial use. You can use the Mockup to MARKET and SELL your creations!
You can also purchase Mockups on Design Bundles, Creative Market, Etsy, Deal Jumbo, and The Hungry Jpeg just to name a few.
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Given my passion for graphic design, I started creating my own Mockups!
We creators should value our work enough to celebrate it. These creations are birthed from a passion, an inner, innate desire to create and chart new waters. Why not celebrate them?!
Mockups … tada … let the celebrations begin!
This is a short video tutorial I made to show how to use a Mockup. You may not use a frame Mockup, as displayed in the video, but the process of using a Mockup remains the same.
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Tips for Using a Mockup:
**JPEG file
Easily used to enter your text and/or overlay your photo/print on top of the image. Resize your photo/print, if needed, and you’re done!
**PNG file with transparency (frame interior)
Requires a program with layers capability. Place your image behind the PNG file. Easy peasy!
**PSD mockup file with one smart object (frame interior)
In Photoshop, double left click Smart Object layer titled “Your Design Here” then drag and place your design in this new layer. Transform as needed. Press “Enter” to apply changes. Then press “Control and S” to save changes. Close window and your design will appear in the original file. To see shadows and effects, please ensure the layer is set to “Multiply” blending mode. You’re done!
Note: You don’t need Photoshop to use a Mockup. It really depends on the image file you’re using, as noted in the video tutorial.
Other Image Editors:
Canva (Free or Upgrade for a fee)
PicMonkey (Free Trial Version)
Photoshop (Free 7 day Trial Version)
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Stationery Mockups
DESIGN STUDIO
I opened my Studio to offer unique, creative mockup designs.
I consider it a privilege to work with fellow creators to help showcase their treasures.
iPhone Mockups
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Thanks so much for stopping by!
I hope the video tutorial and resources were useful and inspire you to celebrate your creations!
If you use a Mockup for your creations/designs (WIP, books, poetry, art…), please feel free to share a link to your design(s) in the comments below, and I’ll share them via my Twitter Account @NatalieDucey. It’s share the love day!
All Mockups displayed above are available at:
Design Studio
With much joy and gratitude,
Natalie Ducey
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Awesome post and exceptional tutorial video, Natalie! I’ve worked with layers in Photoshop before, so I was really able to follow along. There’s a whole new creative world waiting out there with mock-ups and design. I really need to find some time to devote to playing around with these. The ones you create are just so gorgeous. Thank you for sharing this highly informative post and for making the vid tutorial. Sooo informative and helpful!!
Thanks so much, Mae, for watching and for your kind words! 🙂 This was a lot of fun to do. When I first started using them, I relied mainly on videos to learn, but had to watch so many to understand the different formats and how to use them. I include this video in all my Mockup listings in Etsy. 🙂 I’m a huge fan of “How to” videos!
Mockup World is an awesome site for resources. I used a book Mockup file for my books. Super easy and safe to download.
Thanks again. Wishing you an awesome day. Happy creating! 🙂
Wow! Natalie, this is a terrific resource and thank you so much for taking the time to put this together and sharing here. Your poems are beautiful and moving and always displayed with such creative skill – a visual treat! You have a natural skill and eye! I’m so pleased to have an idea how you make these creations – and would love to have a go sometime. First reckon I need Photoshop … and then, like Mae said, time! An excellent post! 😀
So kind of you to say, Annika. Thank you! When I signed up for the “7 Day Free Trial” version in Photoshop two years ago, I had no clue what to do. No clue! Youtube and I are good friends now. 🙂 It’s been so much fun learning the process and a true joy to be able to share that experience with others now.
There are a bunch of imaging programs to use. Canva works well with Mockups, too, because it has the layers capability. There are loads of Youtube videos. 🙂
Thanks again. I really appreciate your kind words, as always. Happy creating!
When I comes to this, I’m clueless – luckily, I have a friend who is very talented in this area. It’s second nature to her!
Teri, you rock in Canva! 🙂 Cheers to that!
I used to have a photoshop program until they changed the rules for using it several yesrs ago. I also took a photoshop class in college, but have since forgotten all the steps in using it. Your video was nicely done, easy to understand and a great refresher. Your work is beautiful and I am glad you share it with us and how you put it all together. I am going to have to make the time and relearn it. I like to play around with photos I take and have tried some simple programs with limited success. You have inspired me. Thank you for taking the time to do this Natalie!
Thanks so much for watching the video, Denise, and for your kind words! When I signed up for the “7 Day Free Trial” version in Photoshop two years ago, I had no clue what to do. No clue! Youtube and I are good friends now. 🙂 It’s been so much fun learning the process and a true joy to be able to share that experience with others now.
Your photos are so beautiful and after reading your poetry, I can see where the inspiration comes from. Cheers to you! It’s fantastic to have these creative joys. It certainly soothes the soul. Happy creating! 🙂
Wow, Natalie, these are great skills to know. I wish I could learn how to do all these. They are so pretty. Thank you for sharing. I will save this! 😍
Thank you, Joy! When I signed up for the “7 Day Free Trial” version in Photoshop two years ago, I had no clue what to do. No clue! Youtube and I are good friends now. 🙂 It’s been so much fun learning the process and a true joy to be able to share that experience with others now.
There are a bunch of imaging programs to use. Canva works well with Mockups, too, because it has the layers capability. There are loads of Youtube videos. 🙂
Thanks for saving. Happy creating!
You are such a creative soul, Natalie. Thank you for sharing this information with us. I have tried to work in Photoshop (free trial version) and it was overwhelming. I do work in Canva a lot though. Thanks for the tips and guides! Great reference and I am Pinning for future use.
That’s so kind of you to say, Jan. Thank you! When I signed up for the “7 Day Free Trial” version in Photoshop two years ago, I had no clue what to do. No clue! Youtube and I are good friends now. 🙂 It’s been so much fun learning the process and a true joy to be able to share that experience with others now.
Canva is an awesome tool and works well with Mockups, too, because it has the layers capability. There are loads of Youtube videos.
Thanks again. I really appreciate your kind words, and for pinning. Happy creating!
You’re a master at this, Natalie. I love what you do with your poetry. I don’t have photoshop, partly because of the cost and it seems like a big learning curve. But like Jan, it would be interesting to try something similar in Canva. Wonderful ideas.
So kind of you to say, Diana. Thank you! When I signed up for the “7 Day Free Trial” version in Photoshop two years ago, I had no clue what to do. No clue! Youtube and I are good friends now. 🙂 It’s been so much fun learning the process and a true joy to be able to share that experience with others now.
Canva is an awesome tool and works well with Mockups, too, because it has the layers capability. There are loads of Youtube videos.
Thanks again. I really appreciate your visit and kind words. Happy creating!
I rely on Youtube videos for most of my applications (ie mapmaking). I’d forgotten about that. 🙂
Thanks, Natalie! Good stuff.
Thank you, Stephen! I’m grateful for your visit. 🙂
Fabulous post, Natalie. How thoughtful of you to take the time to write this. Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful creativity with us ❤️
Thank you, Tina! It’s a joy to be able to share what I’ve learned so far. Happy creating! 🙂
Thank you so much for all your tips and clear explanations. I’m definitely going to be studying all yours videos on getting such a professional look for poems and also for a few of my illustrations. It’s also lovely to hear your voice! Kind regards. 🌺🌺🌺
Thanks so much for your kind words, Maretha, and for watching the video! I love being able to share what I have learned with others.
Your poems and illustrations are amazing. Cheers to celebrating what we love and do. Happy creating! 🙂
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Thank you so much to very talented Natalie Ducey, sharing wonderful tips on how to get the most using MOCK-UPS to enhance, not only poems, but also illustrations.
Thanks so much for sharing, Maretha! 🙂
Very useful Natalie.. thank you… you do make lovely images and I still have the one you did for me last year and use from time to time… a lovely reminder of my visit… hugs xxx
Wonderful to hear, Sally. Thank you! Happy creating. XO
Wow, this was fantastic Natalie. I’ve bookmarked it in my photo editing file to refer to when I’m ready. Love the video! <3
Thank you, Debby! It’s a joy to share it with others. I’m grateful that you watched the video too! Happy creating. 🙂
Thanks Natalie 🙂 x