Overlay one image on top of another with customizable opacity and positioning
Upload your base image and overlay image
Supports JPG, PNG, and WebP formats
Our free image overlay tool helps you combine two images into one creative composition. Whether you're creating collages, adding watermarks, or designing graphics, our tool makes it easy to overlay images with precise control over opacity and positioning.
Our overlay tool is ideal for graphic designers creating compositions, photographers adding watermarks to their work, social media creators designing engaging content, and anyone who wants to combine images for personal or professional projects. Create stunning visual effects by overlaying textures, logos, or decorative elements onto your photos.
Simply upload a base image and an overlay image. The base image serves as the background, while the overlay image is placed on top. You can adjust the opacity of the overlay and choose from 9 different positions to create the perfect composition.
We support all common image formats including JPG, PNG, and WebP. There are no restrictions on image size, though very large images may take slightly longer to process.
Yes! All image processing happens locally in your browser. Your images never leave your device or upload to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security.
Absolutely! Our opacity slider lets you control how transparent the overlay image appears, from completely opaque (100%) to nearly transparent (0%). This is perfect for creating subtle watermarks or dramatic overlay effects.
You can position your overlay image in 9 different locations: top-left, top-center, top-right, middle-left, center, middle-right, bottom-left, bottom-center, and bottom-right. This gives you complete control over where the overlay appears on your base image.
Image overlay is a powerful creative technique that combines visual elements to tell compelling stories, create stunning designs, and enhance photographic impact. Our comprehensive guide explores professional overlay techniques used by designers, photographers, and digital artists worldwide.
Opacity determines how transparent or solid your overlay appears. Lower opacity (20-40%) creates subtle effects, while higher opacity (60-100%) produces bold combinations.
Nine positioning options allow precise control over where your overlay appears. Consider the rule of thirds and visual weight when choosing positions.
Different overlay techniques create different effects. Multiply for darkening, Screen for lightening, and Overlay for contrast enhancement.
Position overlays at intersection points of the rule of thirds grid for balanced compositions. This creates visual harmony and professional appeal.
Ensure your overlay doesn't overpower the main subject. Use opacity to create depth while maintaining focus on primary elements.
Choose overlay colors that complement rather than clash with your base image. Use complementary or analogous color schemes for best results.
Ensure sufficient contrast between base and overlay elements. Dark overlays work well on light backgrounds and vice versa.
| Overlay Type | Recommended Opacity | Best Position | Creative Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subtle Textures | 15-25% | Full Canvas | Paper textures, fabric patterns, subtle noise |
| Brand Logos | 70-90% | Bottom corners | Watermarking, brand identification |
| Light Effects | 40-60% | Top-center | Lens flares, sun bursts, bokeh effects |
| Graphic Elements | 80-100% | Strategic areas | Arrows, borders, badges, callouts |
| Color Grading | 20-40% | Full Canvas | Color filters, mood creation, tone adjustment |
| Text Overlays | 90-100% | Center or bottom-third | Quotes, captions, promotional text |
Technical Insight: Our tool performs these mathematical calculations on every pixel of your images in real-time using HTML5 Canvas API. This ensures high-quality results while maintaining fast processing speeds and browser compatibility.
Add creative textures, light effects, and branding to photos. Create signature styles and protect images with subtle watermarks.
Combine multiple visual elements, create composite images, and design complex layouts with precise overlay controls.
Create engaging content with branded overlays, promotional graphics, and attention-grabbing visual effects.
Add sale badges, product labels, and promotional text to product images. Create consistent branding across catalogues.
Problem: Overlay dominates the base image.
Solution: Reduce opacity to 20-40% for subtle effects.
Problem: Overlay covers important elements.
Solution: Use rule of thirds and avoid covering focal points.
Problem: Pixelated or blurry overlays.
Solution: Use high-resolution images and maintain aspect ratios.
Problem: Overlay colors clash with base image.
Solution: Use color theory principles and complementary colors.
Cross-Platform Tip: Create your overlays on desktop for precision, then test and optimize for mobile viewing. Consider creating separate overlay versions for different platforms if needed.
Our free Image Overlay Tool puts professional-grade composition capabilities at your fingertips. Create, customize, and download your overlays in seconds.