Blending images into backgrounds is a design technique where you merge or combine an image with a background in such a way that they appear as one seamless image. This technique is often used to create a smooth transition between the image and the background, making the image appear as if it’s part of the background. It’s a great way to add depth and interest to your designs!
Let’s start the tutorial.
Step 1 – Click Create a Design and choose your desired dimensions, such as a custom size or a template.
Step 2 – Go to the “Elements” tab on the left side of the Canva workspace. In the search bar, type “Wooden Background” and press Enter. Elements > Photos > Wooden Background.
Step 3 – Add the image to your design. Right-click on it, and select “Set Image as Background“.
Step 4 – Here, you can add the image that you want to blend into the background. Go to the Elements tab on the side panel. Use the search bar at the top and type “Happy boy” and press enter.
Step 5 – Drag and resize your image to position it where you want it on the canvas. From the side panel under Tools, select BG Remover or Background Remover to remove the background of the photo.
Step 6 – Lets create a new page by clicking “+ Add new page”
Step 7 – In the editor, click on the same wooden background design which we have selected earlier.
Step 8 – In the side panel, go to the Adjust tab. Here, you can tweak various settings like brightness, contrast, saturation, highlights, and shadows. Use the sliders to adjust each setting to your liking. The wooden background image now appears as a gray wooden background.
Step 9 – Download it as PNG from the top menu, select Share > Download.
Step 10 – Go to Uploads on the side panel. Select Upload files, then choose the gray wooden background image that you want to upload from your computer. Alternatively, you can drag and drop the images directly into the Uploads tab.
Step 11 – Once the image is uploaded, click on it to add it to your canvas. Resize and adjust the position of the gray wooden background image.
Step 12 – Adjust the transparency slider to make the image partially see-through, blending it with the background.
Step 13 – Download the photo as PNG from the top menu, select Share > Download.
Step 14 – Next, click on the “Uploads” tab on the left side of the screen. Once the image is uploaded, click on it to add it to your canvas.
Step 15 – On the top of the screen, you’ll see an “Adjust” button. Click on it and you’ll see a variety of options like highlights, shadows, vibrance, saturation, etc.
Continue adjusting until you’re happy with how the background looks. You can always reset adjustments if needed.
Step 16 – Once you’re happy with how your image blends into the background, you can add other elements to your design like text, shapes, etc. When you’re done, click on the “Download” button on the top right corner of the screen to save your design.
Step 17 – Enjoy your new design with the image beautifully blended into the background!
Keep experimenting with different images and backgrounds!
I hope you enjoyed the tutorial! Let me know how it worked for you or if you need further guidance.
