Arrange multiple images exactly the way you want.
A collage helps you bring together different pieces of media into a compelling image — create dozens of different digital collages in Photoshop.
![An example of a photo collage.](./media_1c7b59eb91e1c4db7eb59a38c762bb5f70fa335fc.png?width=750&format=png&optimize=medium)
What is a collage?
Collages are a type of art or graphic design where different elements are combined into a new image with a new meaning. Collages can include photography, drawings, vector illustration, and more.
Editing tools for collages.
When you’re building a collage, you’re going to need to reposition and resize your elements. With the image selected that you want to resize, simply choose Edit › Free Transform and then drag the corners of your selection (holding Shift down to not distort your content).
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Undo, redo, and repeat.
When you drag a new image into your Photoshop project, it will automatically add it as a new layer. Right-click on it to convert it to a Smart Object so you can preserve the original pixels and image quality as you size it up, size it down, and move it around.
Try templates for any collage.
For a first time collager, there are dozens of free templates to work with. Find them in Adobe Stock or right within the Photoshop app when you choose File › New › Photo and browse featured templates. Fill and modify stylish designs to look just the way you want.
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How to make a basic collage step by step.
Creating your first collage is as easy as doing some importing and movement.
- Import it:
With a new document open, select File › Scripts › Load Files into Stack, click Browse, and select all the images that you want to bring into Photoshop. - Protect it:
Turn each of your image layers into Smart Objects by selecting them in the Layer panel and navigating to Layer › Smart Objects › Convert to Smart Object. - Adjust it:
Use the Move tool and Edit › Free Transform to reshape and resize your images as you need. - Border it:
Right-click a photo layer and select Blending Options. From there, you can add borders using Stroke options. - Tweak it:
Make adjustments from the toolbar with the Crop tool, and if you like how your new border looks, you can copy and paste it to additional photos. Right-click the layer with your border and select Copy Layer Style. Then right-click the layer or layers for your other images and select Paste Layer Style.
Collage project ideas.
Collaging is a technique that you can apply to your next project — try some of these ideas.
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Make mixed media masterpieces.
Combine brushwork, pencil drawing, photography, and more to create a feast for the eyes. Install free brushes like those by Kyle T. Webster to add unique texture to your artwork.
Arrange a thematic photo collage.
Collages are a great way to display photos. Try arranging a collage around a theme or an idea, such as a family tree.
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![An example of an art exhibition poster made using a collage.](./media_142eaf5972918e0f8f3ee79b6a2a7a006e2dea8a0.png?width=750&format=png&optimize=medium)
Design colorful posters.
Arrange different pieces of photos and artwork in a compelling way to make a truly eye-catching poster for an event or a show.
Create composites.
Combine multiple images to result in a photo composite that can really make your audience think. This stunning blended artwork is a bit more seamless than a collage.
![An example of a composite photo.](./media_1c204752a4f1ebc5e9cc17fdb27f43948fd84b10d.png?width=750&format=png&optimize=medium)
Supplement your collage skills with more Photoshop tutorials.
These guides will help you create better collages and level up your Photoshop skills.
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Change color in a photo.
Explore several ways to swap colors, including adding adjustment layers or fill layers, or painting new hues with the Brush tool.
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Explore collage templates on Adobe Stock.
Adobe Stock has templates for just about any project you can imagine. Try these ones to create basic collages and other digital art.
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Become super.
Superimposing images with overlays and other effects can create startling results. Learn how this collage-adjacent skill can jump-start your projects.
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Refit and resize.
With dozens of ways to resize, distort, and warp images, it’s helpful to know which tools work best. This guide will help.