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NOTORIOUS| Graphics Helpdesk | - #Doge - Jan 26, 2017



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Welcome

This is the Notorious Graphics Help Desk.

Our graphics team will be sharing our knowledge and experiences with the people of HF.

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Feel free to ask your questions. Make sure to make it clear lest we misunderstand your problems!
We'll do our best to answer!


If you would like to help us help the community, please drop me a message and I shall evaluate.

Thank you!

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* - Dеceived - Jan 26, 2017

Do you recommend any fonts and websites to help?

* - Skin - Jan 26, 2017

What's the best way to start learning graphics
If you understand what I mean mister

* - #Doge - Jan 26, 2017

(Jan 26, 2017 02:40 PM)Ꭰeceived Wrote:  Do you recommend any fonts and websites to help?
The site I like best when it comes to font is Dafont.com.
They have a large selection of fonts to offer and is fairly easy to navigate.

(Jan 26, 2017 02:40 PM)cool kid 123 Wrote:  What's the best way to start learning graphics
If you understand what I mean mister
The best way to learn is to actually take interest. Think of something you wish to create and start doing so. If you're having troubles in how to do it, simply google. Trust me, the ridiculous things I've googled I thought were not available. It turns out that I'm not the only one seeking answers.
If you'd like to a jumpstart, follow step by step tutorials. You'll learn the methods along the way and create decent works at the same time. Follow instructions, learn and derive from the experience.

* - Mr Fox - Jan 26, 2017

I edited this image last night and was looking for advice with what I could of done to better edit the tunnel walls and headlights.

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* - Vittorio - Jan 26, 2017

Ay thanks for the desk! Will no doubt be using it whenever I need help.

* - #Doge - Jan 26, 2017

(Jan 26, 2017 02:47 PM)Mr Fox Wrote:  I edited this image last night and was looking for advice with what I could of done to better edit the tunnel walls and headlights.

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You've certainly done good with the merging of the images.
1st thing.
The lighting. You're in a tunnel that's filled with lights so there shouldn't be a place where it isn't at. It's the first thing that gives away the image.
I suggest, grab a soft brush and add a few light strokes just to signify that light touches that surface. Same thing for the car, light strokes to take away the shadows and contribute to the overall blending.

As for the tunnel, the RGB split could be toned down a little especially for those at the sides. Try masking parts of it, if you feel that if some parts are better off withou the effect, then there you go.

The shadow of the car as well shouldn't be that light. In a tunnel surrounded by lights, the shadows tend to overlap and create an even darker surface. I suggest grab a soft brush and add some mild strokes just a little over the borders of the car's underside to give it a sense of realism.

Besides those that I've pointed out, the atmosphere is quite nice. It's got a retro feel to it.
Another thing tho, the image feels a little too big.
Try cropping out some parts to compress it a little. It's a bit too free at the moment.
I suggest reading this article:
http://digital-photography-school.com/rule-of-thirds/
Tho this is not entirely photography, the subject could be applied in this.


(Jan 26, 2017 02:47 PM)Vittorio Wrote:  Ay thanks for the desk! Will no doubt be using it whenever I need help.
Ay thanks man!

* - Ƭony - Jan 26, 2017

Thanks for doing this. Your work is amazing and I'm sure people will definitely benefit from this.

* - Skin - Jan 26, 2017

(Jan 26, 2017 02:44 PM)#Doge Wrote:  The best way to learn is to actually take interest. Think of something you wish to create and start doing so. If you're having troubles in how to do it, simply google. Trust me, the ridiculous things I've googled I thought were not available. It turns out that I'm not the only one seeking answers.
If you'd like to a jumpstart, follow step by step tutorials. You'll learn the methods along the way and create decent works at the same time. Follow instructions, learn and derive from the experience.

Thanks for the quick answer!
How about drawing on the computer? Many that are good in drawing on computer has the skill from hand (hand-drawing on paper). Not sure if there are any methods on how to become a better drawer when it comes to creating and drawing url.

* - #Doge - Jan 26, 2017

(Jan 26, 2017 03:17 PM)cool kid 123 Wrote:  Thanks for the quick answer!
How about drawing on the computer? Many that are good in drawing on computer has the skill from hand (hand-drawing on paper). Not sure if there are any methods on how to become a better drawer when it comes to creating and drawing url.

From my experience, it's a skill developed over time once you begin. You can't follow a tutorial unlike in photoshop and reach a goal right there and then. You must condition your hand and your mind to the proper proportions or your goal.
You can however, follow guidelines. They're the best if you're willing to learn. : )

* - Bladee - Jan 26, 2017

(Jan 26, 2017 03:17 PM)cool kid 123 Wrote:  Thanks for the quick answer!
How about drawing on the computer? Many that are good in drawing on computer has the skill from hand (hand-drawing on paper). Not sure if there are any methods on how to become a better drawer when it comes to creating and drawing url.

Drawing in comparison to on paper vs. a pen tablet aren't significantly the same. Erasing and an easy Ctrl+Z undo is significantly better than a pencil and an eraser. It allows room for error.

Being a designer, but no longer apart of Notorious, I can mention a few things.

Learn your shortcuts and what your tools do within the program.

Take an art class in school if you can, they teach you small things that carry over, such as how colors work and appeal to the human eye and other things. ex: a full white is less appealing compared to a slightly off white/yellow pigment. it adds warmth.

Design comes from many categories and art styles as well. 3D Modelling can carry over to Photo Manipulation, Rebranding, Animation, etc. While 2D Design can work well with Rebrands, Web Design, App Design, etc. Illustrations can work best with Album Artwork, Branding, Ad Design, etc.

All of these traits can even be used in each category, but are not limited to each genre. Diversity is key. :)

I've learned minimalist things that allowed me to become so knowledged in the program that I even impressed my Graphics Design teacher, in which I completed my course nearly half a semester ahead of time.

Drop Shadows, Inner Shadows, Layer Styles, Lighting, Vignettes, Color Pigments, Ambient Occlusion, Lightrooms, Materials, Textures, Light Flares, HDRIs, etc.

Many things can be used to make all of your work diverse.
I no longer use my design experience because I tend to get a block everytime I try to create something. Or I just get defeated when seeing everyone elses diversity.


There's a huge love and passion for it and I think that's why not everyone can do it.
(Jan 26, 2017 03:31 PM)#Doge Wrote:  From my experience, it's a skill developed over time once you begin. You can't follow a tutorial unlike in photoshop and reach a goal right there and then. You must condition your hand and your mind to the proper proportions or your goal.
You can however, follow guidelines. They're the best if you're willing to learn. : )

A creative reply, that's the key statement.

"if you're willing to learn"

Design takes time, practice, patience, and a brain.

Tutorials are your best friend and there is never a stupid question.

Feel free to PM me if you ever need any help or assistance. I have knowledge in many programs in which I no longer put to use.

Congrats on Doge for this thread. 🤝

* - Skin - Jan 26, 2017

Thanks for the great answers both of you. I'll try my best and see how it goes.
I only had the opportunity to take art classes last year, so guess I'll have to educate myself. 😝

* - #Doge - Jan 26, 2017

(Jan 26, 2017 03:33 PM)Shame Wrote:  -lovely message-

Thank you for assisting me! That is definitely an excellent response. : )

(Jan 26, 2017 03:48 PM)cool kid 123 Wrote:  Thanks for the great answers both of you. I'll try my best and see how it goes.
I only had the opportunity to take art classes last year, so guess I'll have to educate myself. 😝

You're most definitely welcome!

* - Bladee - Jan 26, 2017

Here's a video explaining basics and how to make shit look not like shit.

It's a reference video, try not to take me professionally.





* - Blue Shadow - Jan 26, 2017

how do you organize your brushes in photoshop