Discover how to make a logo in Photoshop with this easy walkthrough.
Before starting with how to make a logo in Photoshop, we should address the elephant in the room – Photoshop
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was not built with logo design in mind. One of the fundamental qualities of a logo is being able to scale up and down without any loss of quality. This is why vector-based software, such as Illustrator, is the preferred option for creating logos, where Photoshop’s pixel base is less suitable. For more information on designing a logo using Illustrator, check out
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, which will take you through the process, from concept to completion.
But what Photoshop lacks in application, it more than makes up for in popularity, especially when compared to Illustrator CC
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. So if you need to know how to make a standout logo, but don’t want to pay for software you don’t need, this tutorial is for you. We’ll walk you through how to design a basic logo in Photoshop, using simple shape tools, gradients and text options. Explore these options and you'll be making your own logos in Photoshop in no time. We're using Photoshop CS6, but the same process applies to other versions.
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When it comes to actually designing your own logo, you may need to start thinking about brand identity and style. For more inspiration, head to our pro guide to which tells you everything you need to know about the world of logos.
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