Let’s find out how to quickly add your artist signature using Adobe’s Creative Cloud Library.
When it comes to digital art, (or any art, really!), leaving your mark is not just a cutesy touch – it’s a big aspect of branding and identity. Your artist signature serves as a hallmark of your creativity, distinguishing your work and lending it a personal touch. It’s easy to forget to add it to your illustrations though! In Procreate, or if you’re using a stylus in Photoshop, it’s not such a big deal just to redraw it. But if you have exported to Photoshop or Illustrator to edit your art and then realise you’ve forgotten to add it, it’s a pain to have to go back into Procreate to redraw it! In today’s tutorial, we’ll delve into the process of adding your signature into Adobe Creative Cloud Libraries, so that you can quickly and easily bring it into your projects in Photoshop or Illustrator, over and over again.
If you don’t use Photoshop and you want to find out how to add your signature as a stamp brush in Procreate, check out this tutorial instead!
Creating Your Digital Signature
The journey begins with crafting a digital version of your artist signature. Whether you prefer elegant cursive script or a stylised emblem, ensure that your signature reflects your unique style and personality. Utilise digital tools such as graphic tablets or vector software to achieve precision and clarity in your design. My weapon of choice is Procreate! You could also scan and clean up a handwritten copy of your signature. Whichever way you choose to do it, you’ll need a copy of your signature, saved as a .png file with a transparent background.
Uploading to Adobe Creative Cloud Libraries
Once you’ve perfected your digital signature, it’s time to harness the power of Adobe Creative Cloud Libraries. Open your png file in either photoshop or Illustrator, go to window>libraries, tap the plus icon in the libraries panel and add your signature at a graphic. This will make it readily accessible across all your devices and Adobe applications. This streamlines your workflow, allowing you to swiftly access your signature whenever inspiration strikes.
Integration with Photoshop and Illustrator
With your signature securely stored in Creative Cloud Libraries, seamlessly integrate it into your artwork in Photoshop or Illustrator. Whether you’re adding a finishing touch to a digital painting or watermarking your illustrations, the process remains intuitive and efficient. Simply drag and drop your signature onto the canvas, adjusting its size and position to suit your composition.
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Have fun, stay creative and I will see you soon!
