50 Shadow Overlays Vol. 01 - Zupppa

Elevate Your Designs with Real‑World Light Effects

Transform ordinary graphics into striking visual statements by layering authentic shadow patterns captured from real‑world sources. This collection delivers 50 meticulously photographed shadow overlays—both geometric (windows, blinds, wall openings) and organic (branches, leaves, curtains). Each overlay is crafted to add depth, drama, and a natural light quality that instantly upgrades mood boards, mockups, social media posts, and print collateral.

Why Choose These Shadow Overlays?

Authenticity: Every overlay originates from a genuine photograph, guaranteeing realistic shading and nuanced gradients that synthetic vectors cannot replicate.
Versatility: Use them on photographs, flat designs, UI mockups, or as the foundation for abstract backgrounds.
Creative Control: Adjustable blending modes and opacity let you tailor the intensity of each shadow to match your vision.

Complete File Package

The bundle supplies everything you need to start creating immediately:

50 Shadow Overlays – 50 JPG files (6000 × 4000 px, 300 DPI) – ready for Photoshop, Lightroom, Affinity Photo, or any editor that supports high‑resolution images.
4 Film Grain Overlays – add texture and vintage flair.
4 Background Textures – three paper textures and one wall texture for layered compositions.
20 Predefined Background Colors – solid fills that pair perfectly with shadows.
20 Mixed Example Images – ready‑made compositions showcasing the interaction of shadows, textures, and colors.
1 Adobe Photoshop PSD File (3000 × 2000 px, 300 DPI) – contains all overlays as smart objects for non‑destructive editing.
1 User Manual (PDF) – explains recommended blending modes, opacity settings, and workflow tips.

How to Apply the Overlays

Open your base image in Photoshop (or any compatible editor).
Drag the desired shadow JPG onto the canvas and position it over the area you want to accentuate.
Set the blending mode to Linear Burn or Color Burn for deep, dramatic shadows. For softer effects, try Multiply or Overlay.
Adjust the layer opacity to fine‑tune the darkness. Typical starting points range from 30 % to 60 %.
Combine multiple shadows, grain overlays, and background textures to craft unique abstract scenes.

Technical Specifications

Resolution: 6000 × 4000 px, 300 DPI – ideal for print and high‑resolution digital displays.
File Format: JPG (RGB, sRGB color space) for maximum compatibility.
Software Compatibility: Adobe Photoshop CS6 or newer; supported by Affinity Photo, GIMP, and most raster editors.

Customization & Scaling

The provided PSD file is deliberately down‑scaled to 3000 × 2000 px for quicker loading. You can freely increase its canvas size up to the full 6000 × 4000 px without loss of quality because all source elements are stored at that resolution. This flexibility lets you adapt the assets to large‑format prints, billboard graphics, or ultra‑high‑definition displays.