{"id":201,"date":"2020-08-19T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-08-19T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lifefitnessllc.com\/archives\/332"},"modified":"2023-09-14T18:48:47","modified_gmt":"2023-09-14T17:48:47","slug":"how-to-layer-text-behind-objects-in-adobe-premiere-pro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tutorialpremiere.com\/index.php\/2020\/08\/19\/how-to-layer-text-behind-objects-in-adobe-premiere-pro\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Layer Text Behind Objects in Adobe Premiere Pro"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>In this video tutorial, learn how to place text behind foreground objects using basic compositing to create depth and style.<\/h2>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_jc0tqGvD-c?version=3&amp;rel=1&amp;showsearch=0&amp;showinfo=1&amp;iv_load_policy=1&amp;fs=1&amp;hl=en-US&amp;autohide=2&amp;wmode=transparent\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>You can quickly and easily\u00a0increase the production value of your project by using text in unique ways. In this tutorial, I\u2019m going to show you how you can put text behind objects in your scene. In this particular project, I\u2019ll be using a\u00a0clip of a man walking through a desert. I\u2019m going to make my text to\u00a0appear far in the background of\u00a0the shot, slightly covered by the sand dunes. Here\u2019s a before and after.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"How to Layer Text Behind Objects in Adobe Premiere Pro \u2014 Before\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/replace\/a21011879dd433eb8605b312f999b0f5.jpeg\" alt=\"How to Layer Text Behind Objects in Adobe Premiere Pro \u2014 Before\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"How to Layer Text Behind Objects in Adobe Premiere Pro \u2014 After\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/replace\/15d479cf662869ba480a9933819767c7.jpeg\" alt=\"How to Layer Text Behind Objects in Adobe Premiere Pro \u2014 After\" \/><\/p>\n<p>How can I achieve this look using Premiere Pro? Let\u2019s take a closer look at a simple step-by-step approach.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 1: Duplicate Layer<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"How to Layer Text Behind Objects in Adobe Premiere Pro \u2014 Duplicate Layer\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/replace\/9caf1b6c88e49050770ad09f4e0bd6cb.jpeg\" alt=\"How to Layer Text Behind Objects in Adobe Premiere Pro \u2014 Duplicate Layer\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For the first step, I need to duplicate my layer. I can do this by holding the Alt key as I grab and drag the layer up to a new track. To make this trick work, I need to leave an empty\u00a0track between the duplicate and the original. This is where my text graphic will go once I get everything else set up. I\u2019m essentially creating a composite\u00a0that will consist of three different layers. Next, I need to add a\u00a0mask\u00a0to my top layer.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Mask Top Layer<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"How to Layer Text Behind Objects in Adobe Premiere Pro \u2014 Mask Layer\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/replace\/d9a539bb955f9edb3ac089a6719d9855.jpeg\" alt=\"How to Layer Text Behind Objects in Adobe Premiere Pro \u2014 Mask Layer\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Now, I need to mask out the sky of my top layer. I can apply a mask by using the Opacity mask tools in the Effect Controls panel. I\u2019ll simply grab the Free draw bezier tool and then begin to add a path along the horizon. To make the masking process a bit easier, I\u2019ll bring the zoom of my Program monitor to 200%-400% and then full-screen the panel using the accent grave (`) shortcut key. Now, I have a better view and can apply the mask path in more detail. If you want to mask something that is in motion, simply add the mask and then use the Mask Path tracking tools to track the motion. Now, I\u2019m ready to add the text.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Add Text<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"How to Layer Text Behind Objects in Adobe Premiere Pro \u2014 Add Text\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/replace\/b8b1d0bd888d521602450cc317838c6e.jpeg\" alt=\"How to Layer Text Behind Objects in Adobe Premiere Pro \u2014 Add Text\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Using the Type Tool, I\u2019ll add the word \u201cColorado\u201d to my scene. To work with the text, I\u2019ll need to open up the Essential Graphics panel by selecting Window &gt; Essential Graphics. After I select my font and properly format the text, I\u2019ll drag the graphic layer down between my two duplicate clips. Once the layer is in position, I should see the mask taking effect. Now I can position and resize the text to get it just the way I want it.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Fine-Tuning<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"How to Layer Text Behind Objects in Adobe Premiere Pro \u2014 Fine-Tuning\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/pbblogassets\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Step-4-Fine-Tune.jpg\" alt=\"How to Layer Text Behind Objects in Adobe Premiere Pro \u2014 Fine-Tuning\" \/><\/p>\n<p>My composite is nearly finished\u2014now I just need to do some fine-tuning.\u00a0Again, using the zoom and fullscreen tools in the Program monitor will help\u00a0check the details of my mask. I\u00a0can make any necessary adjustments to my mask path using the bezier handles and ensure the mask follows the horizon. I can also further refine the composite by adding a little bit of feather to the mask.<\/p>\n<p>Voil\u00e0! Now I have text that is blending in well with my shot.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this video tutorial, learn how to place text behind foreground objects using basic compositing to create depth and style. You can quickly and easily\u00a0increase the production value of your project by using text in unique ways. 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