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Monitor calibration

DaveF — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:41:45 GMT

Hey everyone,

I'm about to start my first graphic novel, and I've realised my formac monitor is virtually impossible to calibrate. When I run my Colorvision Spyder 2 on it, I have to miss out most of the calibration steps because there is simply no way to manually change anything but brightness. Can anyone recommend a monitor - not too expensive - that has all the necessary buttons so you can adjust brightness, contrast, gamma, etc., with an on-screen display that tells you just how much you're changing them? Are you happy with the resemblance between your on-screen image and the image that comes back from the printers?

Cheers,

Dave

Wacom Cintiq 21ux or Laptop?

bmag29 — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 21:52:38 GMT

I thought about a few reasons to purchase a laptop. The first, being that I'm on the road alot and could use the free time on my digital artwork while away from home. The other would be to use the laptop as a way of showing my work to clients. On the other hand, I have a 9x12 wacom intuos at home that I use with my 24inch display, but would rather have a more accurate tablet to finish work faster. I also would prefer to feel as if I was drawing directly on canvas. As a digital artist, what would be the better investment for now. I'm pretty sure I'll be getting one of the two at a later time, but have the money to buy something for now. The question would now be which one first?

Thanks!

tablet size?

freiheit — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 19:06:39 GMT

I'm thinking of buying a new tablet since my graphire is slowly but surely dying. Since I'll soon be starting my last universtiy year, I think I'd like to invest in a more professional tablet, since my graphire was a fine starter, I'm probably going to invest into an other wacom, intuos most probably. I'm wondering about what size to get though. I want something fonctional I'll be able to set myself comfortably with and work for hours on, so the biggest models just seem bothersome. Any suggestion? Or even if you think there's an other brand then wacom, or perhaps a time of year when prices are lower?

where is your Tablet?

ZephyrA — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 05:13:09 GMT

Do you use it in your lap like a drawing pad can be or is it on the desktop/table? I find I do better if its in my lap with my keyboard and mouse on the drawer of my desk.

Problem is I get all stiff if I dont hold it (heh...I said stiff and hold) any recommendations?

TABLET

scura — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 18:13:47 GMT

What is the best Tablet for an inexperienced newbie in a budget !!!

paths in photoshop

Sunslicer — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:40:29 GMT

hey there.. I'm just learning to ink properly in photoshop at the mo. I've started to use paths with the pen tool. Could anyone reccomend a good tutorial?? I've actually gone as far as looking on youtube.. I really need to see how it's done!! If anyone can think of any I'd appreciate it if you let me know! :)

Copyright Issues

SketchWeasel — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 18:37:00 GMT

Hi there all

I'm a fledgling illustrator and i'm in the process of setting up my own website as a portfolio but what bothers me slightly is how to protect your original artwork and comic storylines.

Now I don't think for a moment that any of my stuff is anywhere near a level worth stealing, ...but i'm quite fond of them just the same. Oh the site logo is something i'm a little worried about too.

I know that this process must be a pretty well-worn path by now with all the experienced artists out there, so I was hoping for any advice anyone could possibly share. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Purchasing a tablet

Haden — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 19:21:14 GMT

What do I have to look for when buying a tablet? Prices vary greatly, I don’t want to spend a fortune but I also want value for money.

help with colour

ceejay75 — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 15:32:35 GMT

hello! I was just wondering if anyone could help send me in the right direction. I am an aspiring comic book writer and artist and I have elements 6. I am a total beginner and I am finding it a struggle to colour in art. Is there anywhere, a book, website that gives you a tutorial for a dummy like me?

transition from hand painted art work to digital art

Haden — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 17:40:55 GMT

How tough is the transition from hand painted art work to digital art?

red X boxes on my images...

minkcreek22 — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 02:53:44 GMT

I was just curious when i post an image why some of them post quickly while others have a box with an red X

Back issue

tfedwards — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 18:23:54 GMT

Hi, I ordered July's mag as a back issue and never received a conformation. I wanted to make sure that the order was placed.

thanks!

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Tom — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 10:22:44 GMT

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Tom — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 14:41:08 GMT

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