Join the Waiting List for DeviantArt Eclipse by danlev, journal
Join the Waiting List for DeviantArt Eclipse
UPDATE: Eclipse is now released to all deviants! Click the "Eclipse" toggle on the top navigation to try Eclipse. Thanks to the efforts of AriBanks and her supporters, you’ve gotten a glimpse of DeviantArt Eclipse. So now you probably want in? We’re stoked that you want access to the new redesign and to experience DeviantArt in dark or light. To get DeviantArt Eclipse: Favourite this journal Comment below (and while you’re at it, feel free to tag a friend or two who may want to try it too!) We’ll add you to our growing list of deviants interested in stepping into the new phase with Eclipse. Keep in mind Eclipse will be steadily rolled out to deviants in batches over the coming weeks and months, so don’t fret if you haven’t received a notification just yet!
Stock sites, tutorials and photomanip groups by Gejda, journal
Stock sites, tutorials and photomanip groups
Examples of good stock sitesVersion 2.0, updated on: xx.08.2018.
New positions have a tag.
Please note that this list is meant to give an overview of available stock sites that we would recommend to use, but it is in no way meant to be complete, and we do not take responsibility for the legitimacy of every photo uploaded on these websites. We recommend that you check the rules of every stock photo you download there and the specific Terms of Use (ToU) of the website.
The following list is divided into several subsections, paid and free stocks, and attribution required or not required.***
What does attribution mean exactly? It basically sa
Blend it: Lighting for Beginners by Gejda, journal
Blend it: Lighting for Beginners
Tutorial Tuesdays
Introduction
Hi there! In this tutorial, we're going to take a look at something we all struggle with - lighting. After reviewing the basics, we will analyse several common lighting situations and share some useful resources to help you with further learning.
This tutorial is a part of our new monthly series at CRPhotomanipulation (https://www.deviantart.com/crphotomanipulation) - and we're looking forward to delivering some great content! Let's start!
The Basics
First things first - let's take a look at the anatomy of light and shadow.
On the image you can see above, there are several terms that you should remember - each of these elements is essential to creating rea
Photomanipulations: Category Overview by Gejda, journal
Photomanipulations: Category Overview
Gallery Descriptions and Miscats month
What is a photomanipulation?
Photomanipulations are images that have been created digitally, composed of two or more photographic elements to create something new.
What does it mean? It means that every work you submit to the photomanipulation category should have been created with the use of at least two photos. It also means that if you, for example, combined two 3D elements, two paintings or similar, your work is not a photomanip and should not be placed in this category.
What about mixed-media?
If your work consists of many elements, and more than 50% of them are not photographs, consider submitt
Gradient Maps in Photomanipulation: Tutorial by Gejda, journal
Gradient Maps in Photomanipulation: Tutorial
Tutorial Tuesday
Hi, folks! In this handy tutorial, we're going to be talking about gradient maps. What are they? How do they work? How can you use them in photomanipulations? See below!
What are gradient maps and how do they work?
A gradient map is a type of an adjustment layer in Photoshop, which (unlike a traditional gradient fill, which fills an area using a linear or radiant blend of colors) uses the lightness/darkness values in the image as a map for how the colours are applied. This means that you can manipulate each value separately, assigning a different colour to your midtones, shadows, highlights and everything in between. It all
Printing Artwork 101: 7 things to remember by Gejda, journal
Printing Artwork 101: 7 things to remember
In the life of every artist or designer one day comes a time when they want to print something. You start reading what needs to be done, try to figure out how to prepare your files and, often, fail – why have the colours shifted so much? Why is the print so dark? Why did everything move like this?
If you’re looking for a short and comprehensive beginner’s guide on what you need to know to avoid the most common mistakes and problems, and some advice on where to look for more detailed info, search no longer and read this article – you’ll find everything you need below.
CMYK or RGB?
Each image you create digitally