HOW TO Create a spot color effect

Spot color

To create a classic ‘spot color effect’, we need to create a black–and– white shot that only features one colored object. Fortunately, Pixelmator Pro’s slider and brush–based tools can target colors with precision.

Reduce saturation

Open an image that features a strongly colored subject such as our iconic London bus. In the Selective Color panel click all the swatches apart from the red and orange ones and reduce their Saturation to –100%.

Selective removal

We now have a shot with only red colors remaining. To selectively remove remaining reds from other objects, click on the Desaturate tool. Checkmark All. Set Strength to 100%. Spray over unwanted areas of red.