How can I call the below kind of designs (tinted elements on photograph)
I want to know, because to use the terms in search and so.
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4I don't think there is a specific name for it, beyond what you already said: tinted/transparent elements superimposed on a photograph.– VincentNov 2, 2015 at 14:09
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I suppose it could be consider a "DuoTone" of sorts but since it's most likely being accomplished via "color" blend mode, don't think anyone coined a term for it. I would say come up with a snazzy name. ;)
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I think using the term "duotone' would add way more confusion than anything since this isn't even remotely a duotone.– ScottNov 2, 2015 at 17:27
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I wouldn't say remotely but I do see your point. Yes, scratch the "duotone" term as to not add to confusion.– ErickPNov 2, 2015 at 17:31
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:) I can see why you'd think duotone works, but generally duotones do not involve different pixels - a duotone is customarily the same art with just a slight bump to offset a second color. Once you get into different art for each color, it's no longer a duotone. :) But just my opinion :)– ScottNov 2, 2015 at 17:51
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I love a good fiery debate but let's just leave it for something important like "which dark beer is the best?" ;) Cheers!– ErickPNov 2, 2015 at 20:56
A "2 color design" or a "2 color design with overprint". That's unfortunately not an official term for this specific style but still close to what it is.
In printing, I would call this a "multi channel" design but that's not a search term that will help you much if you are looking for inspiration online or examples; this term is related to the technique to achieve this with spot colors in Adobe Photoshop, not the style itself. It can help you find some tutorials to prepare print-ready files though.
And for clients, unfortunately, you might need to use the term "duotone" even though it's not really a duotone as mentioned in the other answer. Or stick to multi channel and explain them what it is.
