A4 Paper Mockup
What's inside
- Applications Photoshop
- File Types PSD
- License Free (see author's terms)
- Author Ls.Graphics
Presenting an art print? Put it on this A4 paper mockup and the client sees the real thing, not a flat file. The paper surface is the main character here, so designs with some contrast stand out best.
Illustrators and graphic designers tend to get the most out of files like this. One thing worth knowing: check your artwork’s aspect ratio against the smart object before you start, or faces and logos get cropped.
Agencies use scenes like this in pitch decks, where a realistic placement often sells the idea more than the artwork alone. Show the same visual on a billboard and a flyer to present a consistent campaign.
Use it for
- An art print
- A campaign visual
- A movie poster
Ls.Graphics created this one and hosts the download on their own site, so you always get the latest version straight from the source.
Editable options in the A4 Paper Mockup PSD
Everything below is on its own layer:
- Ad artwork, placed through the smart object
- Lighting and shadow layers
- Brightness to match the scene
- Glow layer for backlit scenes, where included
How to use the A4 Paper Mockup
- Check the smart object’s ratio first, then build the ad to match it.
- Open the PSD in Photoshop and find the smart object layer, usually named “Your Design” or “Place Here”.
- Drop your artwork in, fit it to the canvas, save and close. The mockup updates by itself.
- Save a JPG for clients and social media, and keep the PSD for later changes.
Worth remembering: outdoor ads are read in a second or two. Big type and one image will look far better in this scene than a busy layout.
Ways to use this A4 Paper Mockup
- Present a movie poster in a client proposal or brand guide.
- Show a gig poster to a client before it goes to print or production.
- Show an art print on your online shop or product page.
Good to know
- Made by Ls.Graphics. The download size and format are listed on their page.
- Check the smart object size before you design, so your artwork fits without stretching.
- Built for Adobe Photoshop. A recent CC version handles the smart objects best.
- Some free mockups ask for credit when you post them. A short line in your caption is enough.
More free poster mockups are listed below, each linking to the original author.
Questions about this mockup
Can I use this poster mockup for client work?
Ls.Graphics sets the licence, and it can differ from file to file. Many free files allow personal and commercial use, but some are personal-only or ask for credit. Read the terms on the download page before a paid project.
How do I add my design?
Open the file in Photoshop, double-click the smart object thumbnail, paste or place your artwork in the new tab, save it (Ctrl/Cmd + S) and close. The main file updates on its own.
Do I need Photoshop?
Yes. This is a PSD mockup built with smart objects, so you edit it in Adobe Photoshop. Any recent CC version works.
Can I change the surroundings?
Usually only lighting and shadows are adjustable. The street, sky or building are part of the photo.
Why does the download open another website?
We list free files from designers around the web and link to the original page, so Ls.Graphics gets the visit and you get the file exactly as they published it.
