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Background Removal: 4 Easy Ways to Remove the Background From Photos

Learn effective & fast methods to remove image backgrounds. Explore free & paid tools for clean, professional results.

4.6(19)
309students
27m
Certificate
Kelley Bren Burke
Kelley Bren BurkeArtist & Educator

Course Content

Background Removal: 4 Easy Ways to Remove the Background From Photos is an all-levels Skillshare course taught by Kelley Bren Burke. It runs 27m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. Learners rate it 4.6 out of 5 from 19 reviews, with 309 students enrolled. It is a paid course, first published March 2023.

Unlock the Secrets to Effortless Background Removal!

Want to easily remove backgrounds from images? Discover the best methods for isolating subjects, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned digital artist. This course shares proven techniques learned over three years of experience, saving you time and frustration. Learn my top tricks in under an hour!

We'll explore four effective ways to remove photo backgrounds:

  • Adobe Express Background Remover: A free option for quick and easy background removal.
  • Canva Background Remover: Requires a Canva Pro subscription, but a free month trial is available.
  • iOS 16 Background Remover: Free for iPad and iPhone users – a powerful built-in tool.
  • Procreate App's Freehand Selection: A one-time purchase of $9.99 USD for precise and creative background isolation.

Why is background removal so useful?

This skill opens doors to countless creative possibilities:

  • Social Media: Create eye-catching visuals.
  • Personalized Greeting Cards: Design unique and memorable cards.
  • Art: Perfect for collage art, mixed media projects, and more!

This class is designed for anyone eager to learn how to remove backgrounds from images, using an iPad, Apple Pencil, and the Procreate app. However, the principles apply to any computer, tablet, or smartphone.

Experiment with 33 stunning photos sourced from Unsplash – a fantastic resource for high-quality, free-to-use images for all your creative endeavors.

Share Your Expertise!

Do you have a favorite background removal method? Share your tips and tricks in the class project – let's learn from each other!

Ready to become a pro at isolating images? Let's dive in!

Music courtesy of Bensound.

More digital art resources await!

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