Paper Cutout Logo Mockup
What's inside
- Applications Photoshop
- File Types PSD
- License Free (see author's terms)
- Author Pixelbuddha
Show a brand mark reveal the way it will actually look: on a paper cutout logo mockup. Because it’s paper, the material shows through a little, which keeps the result believable.
Freelancers on Behance and logo designers tend to get the most out of files like this. One thing worth knowing: single-colour versions of a logo usually look better in embossed or foil effects than full-colour ones.
A logo on its own is hard to judge; seeing it pressed, printed or lit on a real surface tells the client far more. If you’re building a full identity, pair it with an envelope or letterhead mockup for a matching set.
Credit goes to Pixelbuddha. We link to their download page rather than re-uploading the file, so check their terms there before commercial use.
Editable options in the Paper Cutout Logo Mockup PSD
The PSD is layered, so you can change:
- Your design, placed through the smart object
- Front and back artwork, where both sides are shown
- Paper or background colour
Add your design to the Paper Cutout Logo Mockup
- Export your artwork as a high-resolution PNG or JPG, around 300 ppi at print size.
- In the Layers panel, find the layer with the small smart object icon and double-click it.
- Place your design, hide the sample artwork, save, and go back to the main file.
- Export a full-size image for your portfolio and a smaller one for social media.
Another tip: keep text at least a few millimetres from the edge. The mockup shows the trim, and cramped margins read as a mistake.
Where the Paper Cutout Logo Mockup works best
- Share a new logo on Instagram, Behance or Dribbble with a real-looking preview.
- Show a signage concept on your online shop or product page.
- Show a brand mark reveal to a client before it goes to print or production.
Good to know
- Made by Pixelbuddha. The download size and format are listed on their page.
- The preview shows the angle, background and lighting you’ll get.
- 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.
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Questions about this mockup
Is it free for commercial use?
It's free to download, but the licence belongs to Pixelbuddha. Check their page: it states whether commercial use is allowed and if attribution is needed.
How do I put my artwork on the logo?
Find the smart object layer (it has a small icon on its thumbnail), double-click it, place your design, then save and close that tab.
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 show both sides?
It depends on the file. Many print mockups include a front and a back smart object; the preview usually shows whether both sides are visible.
