Duotone by Shapefactory is a free browser tool for creating stunning duotone photo effects — choose two colors, pick a photo from Unsplash, and download the result as a JPEG or PNG instantly.

What is Duotone by Shapefactory?

Duotone by Shapefactory is a free web tool that applies a duotone color effect to any photo. Duotone is a classic design technique that remaps an image to use only two colors — typically a dark tone and a bright accent — creating a bold, graphic look popular in posters, hero sections, and brand design.

How Does It Work?

1. Visit duotone.shapefactory.co
2. Choose any two colors from the color pickers (or use a preset)
3. Search for a photo from Unsplash directly in the tool
4. Instantly preview the duotone effect applied to your photo
5. Download as JPEG or PNG for free

Key Features

• Two-color customization — Pick any two colors to create a completely custom duotone palette
• Unsplash integration — Search millions of free, high-quality photos without leaving the tool
• One-click download — Export your duotone image directly as JPEG or PNG
• Live preview — See the effect update in real time as you adjust colors
• Preset palettes — Start from curated two-color combinations for quick results

Why Use Duotone Effects?

Duotone images are a powerful design tool for:

• 🖼️ Hero sections — Create striking, brand-colored hero backgrounds
• 🎨 Social media graphics — Give photos a bold, editorial look
• 🏷️ Posters & covers — Classic graphic design technique for posters and album covers
• 🌐 Landing pages — Unify diverse stock photos under your brand colors

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• Pigment by Shapefactory — Beautiful color palette generator
• Unsplash — Free stock photo library
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