Photoshop

[JoeCool]

I've used PS for years...I'll try to help, there is plenty that I still need to learn, but I've picked up a few tricks.

Post in this forum your graphic program of choice and I'm sure there are plenty of us out there who will need help now and then!

[Greg]

I have PS, but let me tell you, not one how to I've see is the same as what I see when I try to go along with it.

A simple, one that works, how to make a button would help me alot.

Why do I need PSD files? Damn there seem to be so many layers. What's it all mean?

Help!

Thanks

[JoeCool]

<this not said sarcastically> What kind of button? for a web page? A button like on a shirt? A button that looks 3D? Give some more details about what you want.

Layers are awsome. A good analogy is: The old comics that if you flip the pages, it looks like the person is moving.

One great thing about layers is that if you make a mistake, you can simply change/delete the layer without losing the rest of your work.

PSD files are the native format for Photoshop. However, you can change them into jpgs or gifs.

[HomeBrew]

Only been playing with PS a few months, but it's one cool tool. Still just trying to just pick up the basics. Will keep my eye on this forum for a few tricks and tips.

BTW Hi everyone, as soon as I figure out who everyone is I'll feel right at home.... :)

[Greg]

The famous pill type oval like button with a shadow or gradiant effect and text would be a great start. (I think)
Like the edit and quote button with rounded edges.

[JoeCool]

One great hint is, when you want to create something like a button, or small graphic. Create a very large one...it is easier to create a large 'something' than it is to create a small 'something'. Then when you shrink it down, you won't be able to see those nasty imperfections.

[HomeBrew]

JoeCool

Could you recommend a book that might speed the learning process along for PS. Still Using Ver. 6 but getting Ver. 7 soon, at least I think i am... lol


TY

[Greg]

I get all the way to FILE|NEW, then things go to the pits.

[HomeBrew]

Originally posted by noppid
I get all the way to FILE|NEW, then things go to the pits.

Yeah it's not for the weak at heart. I basically have no artistic talent but have managed to a couple of things with milti layers, text, etc.... lost after that.... lol

[JoeCool]

Originally posted by noppid
I get all the way to FILE|NEW, then things go to the pits.


lol I can relate having that feeling about a different hobby's tools...

First off, when going from file/new it is easier to start out by changing the image size from pixels to inches. Then you can change the size to something like 4x6 to play with.

[Greg]

One night if you could give us a haf hour say on IRC I'd be deeply indebted.

[JoeCool]

Originally posted by noppid
One night if you could give us a haf hour say on IRC I'd be deeply indebted.

Sure noppid. Monday or Tuesday evening of next week. Let me get back with you to pin down a time.

[Greg]

Sounds great!

A simple project with help will prolly lead most of us to bigger and better things.

Thanks

[JoeCool]

Originally posted by HomeBrew
JoeCool

Could you recommend a book that might speed the learning process along for PS. Still Using Ver. 6 but getting Ver. 7 soon, at least I think i am... lol


TY


Depending on your level of expertise, the dummy series books are a great start.

[HomeBrew]

Thanks JoeCool

Will make a run to the bookstore this week sometime. I'll be there on IRC when it happens... Just give us a heads up a little ahead of time..


HB

[Dave420]

photoshop is best learned by just playing with it -it is a very powerful tool once you learn your way around it -if you think layers are cool -then wait till you find channels.
I use it quite a bit -not only as a image editor ,but also to make textures for 3dstudio max.But it is a great pre and post image editor .

[Greg]

I find sending my art to you is much easier DAVE, but I'd like to learn to make a pill button with text and shading or a gradiant color.

[Zero Tolerance]

pill.....what flavor?

i love pills!