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Post by wordy on Sept 1, 2010 0:11:36 GMT 10
Tips on brushes and textures.by ubiquitous Brushes and textures can be a minefield of confusion for budding artists. There's the need to be familiar with technical aspects like layers and blending, as well as how to edit brush settings. But there's also the stylistic issues that the use of brushes and textures can cause as well. Below are a few tips on the latter. ~ Less is more. Think about whether adding the item is going to enhance the image in any way. Will it add some interest to a boring background, or add that perfect finishing touch? Or is it an element of an important focal point? ~ Decide what you're using it for. Every element should serve some purpose, even if it's there on a whim. If you have an bright, eye-popping texture, make it a focal point. On the other hand, if it's to be a subtle addition to a background, make sure it's visible without being overpowering. And brushes are a great way to tie in elements together, or as a finishing touch to an artwork. ~ Keep it subtle. There's nothing worse than an image so full of bright sparkle that you can barely see anything else. This also helps make the item shine. ~ Blend. Lots of textures and brushes will stick out like a sore thumb if you stick them on the page. Play with different blending modes, and different opacities - this is where using layers really comes in handy. ~ Experiment. Think outside the box, put different things together, and remember that there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to art.
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Post by wordy on Sept 6, 2010 10:19:33 GMT 10
This is vey helpful! When I started out with brushes and textures I had no clue what I was doing (and still don't...) so I'll have to try some of these suggestions. Especially the blending.
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Post by PeroxidePirate on Sept 8, 2010 10:00:05 GMT 10
Excellent style advice!
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Post by greenie on Sept 23, 2010 2:02:58 GMT 10
Thanks for the tips!
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