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Photo post-production

Clipping Path

Hand-drawn vector paths created in Adobe Photoshop at high magnification, supplied in layered PSD or pre-press TIFF files for print and digital use.

Brown T-shirt outlined with precise Photoshop pen-tool path points
Pair of dark sneakers outlined with detailed pen-tool path points
Bicycle outlined with precise Photoshop pen-tool path points
Service Overview

What is hand-crafted clipping path?

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Sub-Pixel Bezier Curves

Anchor points are plotted along natural inner object edges to avoid background color spill or harsh cutout borders.

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Multi-Path Layer Isolation

We create independent named sub-paths for buttons, collars, soles, and dials for selective color shifting and retouching.

Pen-tool path examples around handbags and footwear, including close-ups of leather and stitching
03

Pre-Press & CMYK Preparation

Paths are saved as active clipping paths with designated flatness settings ready for InDesign, Illustrator, and web pipelines.

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Production-Ready Export

Layered PSD, embedded vector clipping paths, transparent PNG, and marketplace sRGB outputs.

Raw industrial machinery server rack photographed in a workshop before clipping path Before
Finished industrial machinery server rack cutout with complex vector path isolating all pipes, frames, and components After

Before and after

See the bezier precision.

Compare the original machinery photo with the finished clipping path, keeping the frame, pipes, and components cleanly defined.

  • Trace smooth paths around complex contours
  • Keep narrow gaps and inner edges clearly defined
  • Prepare clean silhouettes for production use

Selected work

Multi-Path Clipping for Complex Products

From detailed watch components to layered fashion and accessories, each element gets its own precise path for flexible editing and clean production output.

  • Separate product components into editable paths
  • Preserve fine edges around hardware, clothing, and accessories
  • Deliver organized paths for retouching and production
Luxury watch with separate precision clipping paths around its case, dial, and details Multi-path
Fashion model and handbag outlined with separate clipping paths for garment details Multi-path
Granola cereal, fresh berries, and breakfast ingredients flatlay before clipping path Before
Granola cereal, fresh berries, and breakfast ingredients cleanly isolated with precision hand-drawn clipping paths After

Before and after

Complex food & flatlay clipping paths

Isolate intricate multi-item food compositions—from scattered berries and delicate flakes to packaging and utensils—with sub-pixel hand-drawn vector paths.

  • Isolate individual ingredients and loose items cleanly
  • Maintain natural organic contours and seed details
  • Deliver ready-to-composite cutouts for packaging & advertising
Studio Capabilities

Why top production studios choose our paths

From clean product cutouts to complex multi-layered edge isolation, our studio handles fine details, transparent materials, and consistent outputs at scale.

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Hand-Drawn Vector Precision

Every path is hand-plotted with smooth bezier handles placed exactly where curves transition naturally.

02

Named Multi-Path Layers

We organize complex products into named sub-paths (e.g. 'Body', 'Sole', 'Laces', 'Logo') for quick color grading.

03

Inward 0.5px Edge Offsets

Paths are drawn 0.5px inside object boundaries to completely eliminate background color bleed on dark backdrops.

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Overnight Production SLAs

Our 24/7 studio guarantees turnaround within 12 to 24 hours even for batches exceeding 1,000 complex files.

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InDesign & Pre-Press Ready

Embedded clipping paths with flat curve tolerances ready for immediate desktop publishing and CMYK separation.

06

Zero Automation Artifacts

We reject automated AI magic-wand selection tools to ensure zero fuzzy pixels or chopped edges.

Catalog Scope

Built for every product type.

From clean product cutouts to complex multi-layered edge isolation, our studio handles every product category with consistent, catalog-wide precision.

Upholstered accent chair outlined with a precision clipping path
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Upholstered Furniture

Trace curved chair silhouettes and detailed upholstery edges.

Upholstered Furniture

Diamond ring with separate outer and inner clipping paths
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Fine Jewelry

Define gemstone settings and inner openings with compound paths.

Fine Jewelry

Teal baseball cap outlined with a precision clipping path
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Caps & Headwear

Follow the crown and curved brim through detailed contours.

Caps & Headwear

Fashion model wearing a straw hat outlined with a clipping path
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On-Model Fashion

Isolate the model, hair, and hat with a clean connected silhouette.

On-Model Fashion

Designer sunglasses with frame and lens contours traced for clipping
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Eyewear

Separate frame contours, lenses, and open spaces accurately.

Eyewear

Zebra-print pointed pump outlined with a precision clipping path
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Patterned Footwear

Keep pointed toes, heels, and cut-ins crisp around bold patterns.

Patterned Footwear

Why Studio Click House?

Built for Reliable Delivery.

The people, processes and production infrastructure to support demanding commercial e-commerce workflows.

12+ Years Experience

Supporting commercial visual post-production since 2012.

Dedicated Teams

A production team aligned with your requirements, references and quality expectations.

100+ Specialists

Experienced post-production specialists across our visual content capabilities.

24/6 Production

Production runs six days a week to keep work moving across time zones.

Consistent Quality

Client-specific references and QA processes help maintain consistency across every delivery.

Enterprise NDA Security

Information security and confidentiality practices designed for professional content operations.

Questions and answers

Common Questions

Direct details on file formats, turnaround planning, revisions, and production workflow for commercial imagery and motion.

A single clipping path isolates the outer boundary of an object from its background. A multi-path contains multiple independent vector paths drawn around different components (such as laces, sole, logo, or collar), allowing art directors to independently color grade or manipulate each part.

Yes. We deliver layered PSD or TIFF files with active, named Photoshop Paths saved in the Paths panel, compatible with Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.

Our retouchers zoom in to 300% and manually place bezier points approximately 0.5 to 1 pixel inside the subject boundary, ensuring no background halos remain when the product is placed onto a new background.

Yes, our artists specialize in super-complex pathing involving dozens of internal hole cutouts, spokes, mesh fabrics, and intricate gemstone prongs.

Batches of up to 500 images are typically completed within 24 hours. Express 12-hour turnaround is also available upon request.

Your next project

Need clean vector clipping paths?

Send us 3 sample images and experience our hand-crafted pen tool precision firsthand with a free trial edit.

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Submit sample files

Share up to 3 test files with your path naming or knockout instructions.

Evaluate path accuracy

Inspect our anchor point placement and curve smoothness at 300% zoom.

Scale your workflow

Submit entire seasonal production runs with 24/7 delivery assurance.