Concrete Paper Poster Mockup
What's inside
- Applications Photoshop
- File Types PSD
- License Free (see author's terms)
- Author Mockups Design
Need to show a movie poster to a client? This concrete paper poster mockup does the job in a few minutes. The paper finish gives the preview a tactile look that flat artwork doesn’t have.
Useful for event promoters as much as for graphic designers. Tip: night or backlit scenes usually have a glow layer. Push it up for lightboxes, down for printed paper.
It’s also handy for student and portfolio work, when you want to show a campaign that never went live. Show the same visual on a billboard and a flyer to present a consistent campaign.
The file is made by Mockups Design. The download button takes you to their page, where you get the original file and the licence details.
What’s inside the Concrete Paper Poster Mockup PSD
Main things you can change in Photoshop:
- Ad artwork, placed through the smart object
- Glow layer for backlit scenes, where included
- Brightness to match the scene
- Lighting and shadow layers
Add your design to the Concrete Paper Poster Mockup
- Export the ad artwork large so it stays sharp in the scene.
- Open the file in Photoshop and double-click the smart object thumbnail in the Layers panel.
- Drop your artwork in, fit it to the canvas, save and close. The mockup updates by itself.
- Export with File › Export › Export As: JPG for sharing, PNG for the web.
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.
Where the Concrete Paper Poster Mockup works best
- Use it as the cover image for a gig poster in your portfolio.
- Show a movie poster on your online shop or product page.
- Present an art print in a client proposal or brand guide.
Good to know
- Made by Mockups Design. 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.
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?
Mockups Design 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 put my artwork on the poster?
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.
Which Photoshop version do I need?
A recent Photoshop CC version is best. Older versions can open the file but sometimes have trouble with smart objects and effects.
Can I change the surroundings?
Usually only lighting and shadows are adjustable. The street, sky or building are part of the photo.
