Creating a Vignette Effect with a Shape in CorelDRAW

1. Prepare Your Image: Import the image you want to apply the vignette effect to.

2. Create a Shape: Draw a shape (ellipse, rectangle, polygon) over the image. This shape will define the vignette area.

3. Create a Gradient:

   • Duplicate the shape.
   • Fill: Fill the duplicate shape with a radial gradient. Start with full opacity in the center and gradually decrease to 0% opacity at the edges.
   • Adjust: Adjust the gradient’s colors and opacity to control the vignette’s intensity.

4. Apply as a Mask:

   • Select: Select the original image and the gradient-filled shape.
   • Apply Clipping Mask: Right-click and select “Place Inside Container.” This applies the gradient shape as a mask to the image, revealing only the portion within the shape.

5. Refine:

   • Adjust Gradient: Fine-tune the gradient’s opacity and colors for the desired vignette effect.
   • Experiment: Try different shapes (oval, square, irregular shapes) to create unique vignette effects.

Key Considerations:

• Smooth Gradients: Use smooth gradients for a natural vignette effect.
• Shape Control: The shape of the gradient mask determines the vignette’s shape and intensity.
• Opacity: Adjust the gradient’s opacity carefully to control the darkening effect.

This method provides a flexible way to create various vignette effects using different shapes and gradient settings.