{"id":100713,"date":"2022-01-18T16:19:09","date_gmt":"2022-01-19T00:19:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.picsart.tools\/?p=100713"},"modified":"2022-01-18T16:20:20","modified_gmt":"2022-01-19T00:20:20","slug":"positive-negative-space","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/picsart.com\/blog\/positive-negative-space\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Positive and Negative Space and How to Use It For Designs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What makes for a good design? This is a question every designer has asked at least once in their career. There are a ton of different answers on what objectively makes for good design. However, it\u2019s always good to approach this question from the point of design principles, including the use of positive and negative space.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good designers put thought into every detail in their work, especially the use of space. In this article, we will explore design theories on the use of space, its importance, and helpful tips on how to use space in your designs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"What_Does_Space_Mean_for_Design\">What Does Space Mean for Design?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Space is a measurement of height, depth, and width within which objects move and exist. But, when it comes to design, it is so much more than that. Space is one of the most crucial aspects of design \u2013 it can elevate or completely ruin any composition.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve ever seen a design that feels a little off, it might be because the use of space has made it feel visually unbalanced. The use of space principles in design can be helpful to strike a balance between multiple colors, shapes, and text. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Positive and negative space<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in particular can help create a more coherent design by drawing the viewer\u2019s eye to a specific part of the graphic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-100735\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-01.png\" alt=\"orange and black sun created with negative space\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-01.png 1200w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-01-780x520.png 780w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-01-1024x683.png 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Theory_of_Space_in_Design\">Theory of Space in Design<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Space is an essential component of graphic design. But, there\u2019s a difference between simply filling in the empty areas and strategically utilizing the space of a canvas based on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/picsart.com\/blog\/post\/principles-elements-of-design-what-they-are-how-to-use-them-effectively\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">design principles.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> In order to get the best use of space in your designs, you first need to understand the theory of space in design.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Space theory is based on two important principles: balance and message. Both of these principles are equally important and dependent on one another. However, it\u2019s best to look at them separately and consider how they influence the final design.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Balance<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good designs rely on balance. In terms of space, balance refers to the harmony between <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">positive and negative space<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. To make enticing designs, you need to find a golden middle when it comes to how much of each you use. For example, if you use too much negative space, it might distract the viewer from your main subject. Similarly, if you use too little of it, your final design might lack the necessary focus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t be scared to take risks and create unconventional designs. Keep in mind that you neither want to overwhelm people with too much detail nor miss out on sharing important information by using too much white space.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to find the right balance between the two, it\u2019s important to explore different types of designs. As there are no hard rules when it comes to space balance, in the end it pretty much relies on your artistic intuition. Look for inspiration online (the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/picsart.com\/u\/picsart\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Picsart account<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a great place to start) and don\u2019t be scared to make mistakes. The more you practice, the easier it will become to find balance in design.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-100840\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-03.png\" alt=\"orange and black shapes showing positive and negative space art\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-03.png 1200w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-03-780x520.png 780w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-03-1024x683.png 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Message<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balance and message are two concepts that go hand in hand in graphic design. While there are no hard rules for finding the balance, understanding the message you want to communicate will help you find the right path.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The use of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">positive and negative space<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can communicate different emotions to viewers. Determine the message you want to convey, then it will become easier to understand how much <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">positive and negative space<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you\u2019ll need to add. For example, minimalist designs with negative space are often used to communicate soothing, calm feelings (much light what you\u2019d see in art at a spa). If you want your design to seem more active and energetic, then consider using more positive space. Keep in mind that these principles are not set in stone and you can always find clever new ways to use them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-100756\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-02.png\" alt=\"the word FAME spelled in blue and black color blocking\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-02.png 1200w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-02-780x520.png 780w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-02-1024x683.png 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Negative_vs_Positive_Space\">Negative vs. Positive Space<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the basics of positive and negative space <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">along with how you can utilize them in your designs is a must for every graphic designer. But what do they actually mean? Once you develop a better understanding of these terms, you\u2019ll notice how much easier it becomes to create great compositions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Negative Space Definition\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what is negative space? This refers to the areas surrounding the subject of your design. Most people tend to focus on the subjects and details of the piece while completely ignoring the empty (negative) space around them. This is a common rookie mistake that leaves designs feeling cluttered and messy. Negative space is an important factor that often gets overlooked.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning to lean into the negative space in your design can drastically improve your images. One of the main advantages of using negative space is that it can help to create optical illusions. If you accurately capture the silhouette of a subject, viewers subconsciously perceive the silhouette as a complicated subject even if there are no further details to indicate it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-100777\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-06.png\" alt=\"blue and black graphic design using positive and negative space\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-06.png 1200w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-06-780x520.png 780w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-06-1024x683.png 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Positive Space Definition<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is positive space? This is one people tend to pay the most attention to. Positive space refers to the area that is the subject of your design. In order to make the positive space communicate your design intent, you need to pay close attention to how you use negative space around it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your use of negative space influences how the positive space is perceived and vice versa. This spatial relationship is not limited to graphic design; it\u2019s also present in photography and art. When it\u2019s done right, the viewer doesn\u2019t think about the use of space, they simply enjoy it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Examples_of_Positive_and_Negative_Space_Logos\">Examples of Positive and Negative Space Logos\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Positive and negative space are exceptionally effective tools for logo design. If you\u2019re just getting started <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/picsart.com\/blog\/post\/ultimate-logo-guide\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">designing your own logo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or you\u2019re looking for inspiration, then check out these four ideas to inspire your own logo.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>Obey<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obey is a popular streetwear brand with an iconic positive and negative space logo. If it looks familiar, it might be because you\u2019ve seen other work from the artist behind it. That\u2019s right, American contemporary artist Shepard Fairey is the founder of Obey clothing. The logo design originated from his &#8220;Andre the Giant Has a Posse&#8221; sticker campaign. The positive space here are the solid black shapes that are tactically placed to create a face.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>WWF<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does this logo look familiar? The World Wildlife Fund\u2019s logo communicates the purpose of the company through its great use of<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> positive and negative space<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The panda logo originated in 1958 and captures an endangered species through cleverly placed black and white shapes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The logo is very simple and doesn\u2019t focus on capturing every intricate detail of a panda. Instead the artist chose to highlight the most recognizable areas in black and use the white space around it to create an illusion of a complete image.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Coke: Let\u2019s Eat Together<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In their Let\u2019s Eat Together campaign, Coca Cola relies on a precise balance of space to create an optical illusion of a bottle in between silverware. If you look closely enough, you\u2019ll realize that there\u2019s not actually a bottle there, just some well placed positive and negative space.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The positive space in this case is the silverware and the Coca Cola logo. It\u2019s a good example of how <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">positive space art<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can communicate complicated ideas through simple design.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>FedEx<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FedEx has one of the most clever <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">negative space logos<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the industry. You may not have noticed the clever hidden message within the logo from the first glance, but once you see it, you won\u2019t be able to forget about it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you look closely between the letters of the logo, you\u2019ll notice a shape of an arrow created through the brilliant use of negative space. The presence of the arrow in the logo reflects on the overall message of the brand. The arrow signifies the fast and safe delivery of packages from point A to B.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Tips_for_Negative_and_Positive_Space_Art\">Tips for Negative and Positive Space Art<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While learning the theory of space in design is very important, the best way to learn how to use space is through practice. You need to apply everything you\u2019ve learned so far about <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">positive and negative space<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to a canvas in order to understand these concepts better. To make this process easier, we have developed a step by step guide on how to get started!<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>Define Your Message<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step in this process is probably the most essential one. You can\u2019t create a good design without having a clear message in mind. Remember that the theory of space in design relies on balance and knowing your message. Take some time to determine what exactly your design will be about.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pick a Color Palette<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Negative space is often referred to as white space, it doesn\u2019t have to be white per se. It all depends on y<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/picsart.com\/blog\/post\/color-scheme-how-to-make-color-palette\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">our color palette<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In general,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> designs with positive and negative space<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tend to leverage two or three colors. Any more and it can feel cluttered or unfocused. As you can see from the examples above, don\u2019t be afraid to play with unique color combinations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-100798\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-04.png\" alt=\"checkered smile face graphic in blue and back\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-04.png 1200w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-04-780x520.png 780w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-04-1024x683.png 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Combine Elements<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While your design should be simple, don\u2019t be scared to add thoughtful elements or textures to it. Consider how <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/picsart.com\/blog\/post\/text-layout-design\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">text and layout design theories<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> affect your use of positive and negative space.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Don\u2019t be Scared to Take Risks<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes you need to push the limits of design theory to create unique designs. As long as you know the basics, you can afford to take risks while designing. Whether you have an unconventional color palette or space placement, as long as you keep the message and the balance of your design in mind, you\u2019ll get great results.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-100819\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-05.png\" alt=\"eye design in organge and black negative space\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-05.png 1200w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-05-780x520.png 780w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/mid-post-05-1024x683.png 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Share Your Art<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Share your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">positive and negative space<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> designs online with the Picsart community or other creative networks. This will help you better understand your own strengths and weaknesses as a designer and become more confident with your art.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"How_to_Make_Negative_and_Positive_Space_Art\">How to Make Negative and Positive Space Art<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to start designing with positive and negative space? Here\u2019s how to do it in the Picsart Web Editor:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 1)<\/strong> Open the <a href=\"https:\/\/picsart.com\/create\">Picsart Web Editor<\/a> and click on <em>New Project<\/em>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-100861\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-1-2-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"how to start a design on picsart web\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-1-2-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-1-2-780x516.jpg 780w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-1-2-1024x677.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-1-2-1536x1016.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-1-2-2048x1355.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-1-2-1568x1037.jpg 1568w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 2)<\/strong> Click on <em>Layout<\/em> in the left panel <em>Editor<\/em> toolbar and pick the right size for your canvas.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-100882\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-2-2-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"how to change a design canvas size in picsart\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-2-2-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-2-2-780x516.jpg 780w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-2-2-1024x677.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-2-2-1536x1016.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-2-2-2048x1355.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-2-2-1568x1037.jpg 1568w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 3)<\/strong> Click on <em>Elements<\/em> in the <em>Editor<\/em> and select a shape.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-100903\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-3-2-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"how to add shapes to a design in picsart web\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-3-2-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-3-2-780x516.jpg 780w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-3-2-1024x677.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-3-2-1536x1016.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-3-2-2048x1355.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-3-2-1568x1037.jpg 1568w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 4)<\/strong> Change the color of the shape using the color dropper in the top panel. Here we went with a dark blue shade.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-100924\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-4-2-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"changing the color of a shape in picsart web\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-4-2-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-4-2-780x516.jpg 780w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-4-2-1024x677.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-4-2-1536x1016.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-4-2-2048x1355.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-4-2-1568x1037.jpg 1568w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 5)<\/strong> Here&#8217;s where things get fun. Click on Duplicate in the upper toolbar. Replicate the shapes in a fun geometric pattern, arranging layers and colors as needed to create the right spatial balance.\u00a0<\/span>When you&#8217;re done with your edit, click on <em>Export<\/em> to download and save.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-100945\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-5-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"replicating shapes in picsart\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-5-1-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-5-1-780x516.jpg 780w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-5-1-1024x677.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-5-1-1536x1016.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-5-1-2048x1355.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/web-5-1-1568x1037.jpg 1568w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Maybe you prefer to edit on an app? If so, here&#8217;s how to create a positive and negative space design in the Picsart app:<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 1)<\/strong> Open the <a href=\"https:\/\/picsart.app.link\/4pv7HdD7S9\">Picsart app<\/a> and tap on the plus (+) button at the bottom to start a new edit. Scroll down and select <em>Color Backgrounds<\/em> and select the background color of your choice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2)\u00a0<\/strong>Tap on <em>Sticker<\/em> and search for a silhouette or a sticker that works well on a blank background.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-100967\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/page-1-3-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"how to start a design in picsart app\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1690\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/page-1-3-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/page-1-3-780x515.jpg 780w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/page-1-3-1024x676.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/page-1-3-1536x1014.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/page-1-3-2048x1352.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/page-1-3-1568x1035.jpg 1568w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3) <\/strong><em>Apply<\/em> your sticker. Tap Next then <em>Save<\/em> your edit to your mobile device and\/or <em>Post<\/em> it to the Picsart Community.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-100988\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/page-2-3-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"adding a sticker to a picsart edit\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1690\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/page-2-3-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/page-2-3-780x515.jpg 780w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/page-2-3-1024x676.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/page-2-3-1536x1014.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/page-2-3-2048x1352.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cdnblog.picsart.com\/2022\/01\/page-2-3-1568x1035.jpg 1568w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/picsart.com\/editing-tools\"><b>Create at the Speed of Culture<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><b><i>Picsart is a full ecosystem of free-to-use content, powerful tools, and creator inspiration. 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