Online Vignette Effect
Applying Vignette Effects
A vignette darkens or lightens the edges of an image, drawing the viewer's eye to the center. It's the most-used effect in professional photography — Lightroom and Photoshop both include it as a default tool for good reason.
Vignettes add depth and mood to portraits, making subjects pop. They give landscapes a classic film look and can turn flat smartphone photos into atmospheric shots. The intensity slider lets you go from subtle (10-30%) to dramatic (80-100%) for artistic effects.
Our tool also supports light vignettes (white edges) — perfect for airy lifestyle photos, wedding photography, and Instagram's popular bright-and-soft aesthetic.
Photography tip: apply vignette AFTER cropping and color correction. A dark vignette works best on already-warm-toned photos; a light vignette complements cool, high-key images.
- Subtle dark vignettes (10-20%) enhance most portraits and landscapes
- Light vignettes create a dreamy, vintage Instagram aesthetic
- Adjust size to control how far the vignette extends from edges
- Too much vignette looks artificial — subtle is better
- Dark and light options
- Adjustable size
- Adjustable intensity
- Portrait enhancement
How to Use
- Upload your image
- Adjust size and darkness
- Download vignette photo
FAQ
How do I add a vignette effect to a photo?
Upload your photo and adjust the intensity slider. Dark vignettes focus attention on the center; light vignettes create an airy look.
What's the difference between vignette and blur?
A vignette darkens image edges to focus attention while preserving sharpness. Blur softens detail. Both draw the eye to the subject.
Can I add a white vignette instead of black?
Yes, our tool supports both dark and light vignettes. White vignettes are popular in wedding and lifestyle photography.
Why do professional photographers use vignettes?
Vignettes add depth and mood, guide the viewer's eye to the subject, and give photos a classic film aesthetic. It's the most-used effect in portrait photography.