Applying Stencils to Images

Stencils are an effective way to apply borders or ‘wash’ effects to images. You can hide part of an image, fade out parts, place the image inside a cutout shape or border, or apply a texture or a colored wash to the image.

To apply a stencil to an image:

1        Select the image to select it.

2        On the Insert and Modify tab, in the Modify section, click Image > Add/Replace Stencil.

3        In the Choose Image dialog box, which opens to the Stencils folder, double-click a folder to browse for a stencil.

4        When you find the stencil to use, select it.

5        Click Open.

You use the same procedure to replace a stencil.

You can also add a stencil by clicking Stencils on the Media Gallery toolbar and then opening the various folders. When you find a stencil you like drag it on top of a selected image.

After applying a stencil, you can remove it.

To remove a stencil from an image:

1        Select the image with the stencil.

2        On the Insert and Modify tab, in the Modify section, click Image > Clear Stencil.