Add image to R+ logo in Canva

Add image to R+ logo in Canva

The RLadies+ logo allows customization by inserting images within the R and + symbols. This guide explains how to do this in Canva.

The RLadies+ logo with a purple R-plus symbol and the text RLadies+ in dark gray
The RLadies+ R+ logo

Warning

In the free version of Canva, you cannot export a page with a transparent background. For transparent backgrounds, use the Affinity alternative instead.

Accessing the template

The editable R+ template is available as a Canva project. Templates are also available within social media template collections.

  1. Click View Template
  2. Click Open in Editor to create an editable copy

Canva template sharing screen showing the View Template button (step 1) and the Open in Editor button (step 2)
Opening the shared Canva template

Adding images

You can add images from Canva’s library or your own files:

  • From Canva: Go to Elements > Photos in the sidebar and browse or search
  • From your computer: Drag and drop images directly onto the workspace

Canva editor showing a photo being dragged onto the R+ logo template placeholders
Dragging a photo onto the R+ logo

Position images into the R or + placeholders. Use the Crop tool to resize and center images so they fill their respective placeholders completely, creating a seamless visual flow across sections.

Three-panel diagram showing a disjointed image across R+ sections (left), double-clicking to resize within each frame (center), and the final seamless result (right)
Adjusting images for a seamless appearance across the R+ shape

Adding colors

To apply brand colors to sections:

  1. Select the section you want to recolor
  2. Click the Fill Color button in the toolbar
  3. Pick a new color from the color panel or enter a HEX code

Canva editor showing a selected shape element (step 1), the color fill button in the toolbar (step 2), and the color panel with brand colours (step 3)
Changing the color of R+ logo elements

Color Hex code
Blue Violet #881ef9
Bastille Black #2f2f30
Lavender White #ededf4
Brilliant Rose #ff5b92
Dodger Blue #146af9
Warning

Please do not move, transform, or rotate the R relative to the RLadies+ text part of the logo.

Exporting

  1. Click Share
  2. Select Download
  3. Choose PNG or JPG format
  4. Download to your device

Canva editor showing the Share button (step 1) and the Download option (step 2), with the Brand Kit panel displaying the RLadies+ colour palette
Downloading the completed R+ logo design

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