Shapes

Recently we learned about different uses for shapes in Illustrator. I found a cool tutorial on how to create a 3D object (monster thing) with 2D shapes. Check it out at http://www.digitalartsonline.co.uk/tutorials/index.cfm?FeatureID=3264767

Photoshop Composite

Below is my photoshop composite assignment so far. A lot of the elements I used are very subtle and you probably won't be able to see them in this screenshot. If you're wondering what in the world this is, its the back cover for my final project! I'm planning on doing somewhat of a promotional book for my photography that I can give to my potential clients.

Illustrator

I haven't worked with Illustrator very much and I am excited to explore it through this class. Below is a screenshot of our first assignment.

As I said, I haven't done much in illustrator. However, I have started playing with some logo ideas for my photography. Eventually, I'd like to have a small photography business on the side an I want a very distinct, but professional look. Below is a screenshot of a preliminary logo idea that I have been playing with recently.

Which logo do you like better, left or right? Again it is a preliminary idea and will probably change. :)

Brushes and Blogs

Hello,

I'm leaving for Ohio today and I wanted to get my blog post out of the way. Here's a link to a post about photoshop brushes: http://www.topdesignmag.com/20-awesome-adobe-photoshop-brushes/

Also, if you're interested in photography, I'm taking a photography special problems class and blogging about my photos. My areas of concentration for the class are as follows: landscape photography, pet and animal photography, portrait photography and food photography. I'll be updating today and throughout the trip to Ohio. Check it out! Here's the link: http://photoexploration.wordpress.com/

Have a great week!

Photoshopping

Above is my version of assignment 3C. I did photo filters for color on each photo and other filters like the gaussian blur.

If you want to see an amazing photoshop transformation check out the following link!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iYhCn0jf46U

Weekly Post

Once again, we didn't have class on Wednesday. I found a cool tutorial on creating a grass effect in photoshop. Check it out!

http://psd.tutsplus.com/tutorials/text-effects-tutorials/create-a-spectacular-grass-text-effect-in-photoshop/

Here's a simple tutorial about starting to use the brush tool:

http://psd.tutsplus.com/tutorials/tools-tips/brush-tool-photoshop/

Weekly Post

Due to the snow there isn't much to reflect upon from class. I'm glad levels and curves have been used in class. Those two adjustments are my favorites for improving photographs. Below are a few links I found today that I thought were useful.

The website below shows 60 free floral type brushes that can be downloaded and used in photoshop to create some pretty cool effects.

http://artatm.com/2011/02/60-fantastic-and-free-photoshop-floral-brushes/

The following link is another article with further explanation on old tips and new tips on how to compose great photos.

http://photo.tutsplus.com/articles/composition-articles/hints-tips-for-composing-a-perfect-photo/