Cut an image into layered paper shapes
Cut-paper collage — fragments of an image clipped into overlapping shapes, slightly offset, each casting a soft shadow — is a staple of editorial and moodboard art. This tool builds it by masking your photo through a set of seeded polygons.
Set the number of shapes, how much each fragment is cut/offset, and the rotation spread. It's seeded, so a composition you like is repeatable, and the soft shadows give it that layered, physical paper feel.
How to use it
- Upload an image with a clear subject.
- Set the number of shapes and the cut/offset amount.
- Adjust rotation for a looser or tighter collage.
- Reroll the seed until the layout works, then export PNG.
Where designers use it
- editorial and magazine collage
- moodboards and concept art
- social and campaign layouts
- abstract cover compositions
FAQ
Can I reproduce a collage I liked?
Yes — it's seeded, so the same seed and settings rebuild the exact composition. Note the seed (it's in the share link) before you move on.
Why do the fragments have shadows?
The soft drop shadows sell the cut-paper illusion — they make the fragments read as physical layers stacked on top of each other rather than flat clipping.
How many shapes is too many?
Past a point it turns to mush. Fewer, larger fragments usually read as intentional collage; lots of tiny ones become noise.
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