Vignette Adder
Darken the edges of an image to draw the eye toward the centre.
Guiding the eye inward
A vignette is a gentle darkening around the edges of a frame, fading toward the corners. It does something subtle but powerful: it pulls attention away from the busy edges and toward whatever sits in the middle, which is usually your subject. Portraits especially benefit, since the darkened surround frames the face without you adding anything visible.
Done lightly it is almost subliminal; the viewer just feels their eye settle on the centre without knowing why.
Subtle beats heavy
The line between a flattering vignette and a heavy-handed one is thin. A soft, gradual darkening reads as mood and focus; a hard, obvious black ring reads as a filter someone slapped on. Keep the falloff gentle and stop before the corners go fully black, and the effect enhances the photo instead of announcing itself.
How to add a vignette to a photo
- Add your picture.
- Set the vignette strength and how far it reaches.
- Download the finished photo.
Darkened edges pull the eye inward
A vignette darkens the corners so attention falls naturally on the centre of the frame. Photographers have used it for a century, both as a lens artefact and a deliberate choice, because it quietly frames the subject without adding anything visible.
The effect should be felt rather than seen. If a viewer notices the dark corners as an effect, it is too strong — ease it back until it simply feels like the subject stands out.
Questions & answers
What does a vignette do?
It darkens the edges and corners of an image, drawing the eye toward the centre.
How strong should it be?
Subtle. If the darkening is obvious as an effect, reduce it.
Can a vignette be light instead of dark?
A bright vignette is possible but far less common — dark corners are what read as natural.
What does a vignette do?
It darkens the edges and corners, drawing the viewer's eye toward the centre of the image.
When should I use one?
On portraits and any shot with a clear central subject, where a soft darkened surround adds focus and mood.
Is the image uploaded?
No. The vignette is applied in your browser.