How to convert shapes from illustrator into frames for pictures i ps

[Martin5D56]

Hey,

I've tried to import vector shapes that only consists of strokes from illustrator to photoshop and convert them into frames so I can fill them with pictures, but I can't figure out how to do it.

Could anybody explain how in a way that a noob can understand? 🙂

regards

[Jeff Arola · Accepted solution]

Can you post an example of the vector shape as it appears in Illustrator?

Ideally you would copy the object in Illustrator to the clipboard then in photoshop paste (Edit>Paste) as a Shape layer and go to Layer>New>Convert to Frame, however, the vector from illustrator may be to complicated for photoshop to convert to a shape layer.

https://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/using/place-image-frame-tool.html

Another way instead of using frame layers is to paste your vector as a Smart Object, put the image in the layer above the smart object and then Create a clipping mask by going to Layer>Create Clipping Mask.

[Martin5D56]

Thanks for your reply!

I was trying to do it with the first method you explain but it didn't work, altough my shape is really simple. I'm probably doing something wrong.

Anyway, the method with a smart object and a clipping mask works perfect!

best regards,

Martin