Signboard Chalkboard Mockup
What's inside
- Applications Photoshop
- File Types PSD
- License Free (see author's terms)
- Author Vectogravic
Show a neon logo the way it will actually look: on a signboard chalkboard mockup.
Good pick for shop owners, branding studios or anyone putting together a portfolio. Tip: 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.
Showing a campaign in context helps clients see the scale; a design that feels loud on a laptop can look quiet on the street. Show the same visual on a billboard and a flyer to present a consistent campaign.
Credit goes to Vectogravic. We link to their download page rather than re-uploading the file, so check their terms there before commercial use.
Signboard Chalkboard Mockup: editable parts
Everything below is on its own layer:
- Ad artwork, placed through the smart object
- Lighting and shadow layers
- Brightness to match the scene
How to use the Signboard Chalkboard 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”.
- Place your design, hide the sample artwork, save, and go back to the main file.
- Use the glow layer for night or backlit scenes.
- Save a JPG for clients and social media, and keep the PSD for later changes.
Match the brightness of your design to the scene; a very bright graphic in a shaded spot looks pasted in.
Where the Signboard Chalkboard Mockup works best
- Share wayfinding signs on Instagram, Behance or Dribbble with a real-looking preview.
- Show a neon logo on your online shop or product page.
- Show a shop sign to a client before it goes to print or production.
Quick notes on this mockup
- Made by Vectogravic. The download size and format are listed on their page.
- Built for Adobe Photoshop. A recent CC version handles the smart objects best.
- Check the licence on the author’s page. Personal and commercial terms differ from file to file.
- Some free mockups ask for credit when you post them. A short line in your caption is enough.
More free signage mockups are listed below, each linking to the original author.
Questions about this mockup
Is it free for commercial use?
Vectogravic 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.
