Help need info on art making

CodeMonsterCodeMonster ACT, AustraliaMember Posts: 1,078
edited December 2013 in Art, Graphics, Music and Sound
Hey everyone I can draw on paper very good graphics.
Like characters, backgrounds, buttons and heaps more.

But I just can't seem to make them look cool on the computer?

Does anyone have a video/can help me towards the right path in making my drawings life like awesome graphics?

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  • allc1865allc1865 Member, PRO Posts: 777
    Hmm...Have you tried using PhotoShop or a picture editor? You could even try ArtBoard by Mapdiva. Or even use a 3D program or 2D for games.
  • TheGabfatherTheGabfather Member Posts: 633
    edited December 2013
    What tool/software are you using?
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    If you think you can create your graphics better using traditional pen and paper as opposed to a mouse/trackpad, consider getting a drawing tablet. Wacom just recently updated their Bamboo line to the new Intuos and it isn't all that expensive.

    I'm a beginner when it comes to drawing tablets, so I got the entry level 2013 Intuos -- I have to say, it's been a blast so far. It only took me under an hour to familiarise myself with how it works.

    You can hook it up to most programs like Illustrator and Photoshop and boom you're good to go.


    Otherwise, try learning how to use the Pen Tool of either software mentioned above. Once you get the hang of it, tracing should become pretty easy peasy :)

    edit: for links to video tutorials, just go on YouTube and query for example, "photoshop pen tool tracing tutorial" or "photoshop tracing tutorial." You'd get a lot of results.
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  • allc1865allc1865 Member, PRO Posts: 777
    Yeah, a Wacom. I didn't even think of that. That's a good way make your graphics look life like because you can draw with many different realistic looking brushes, and color it along with texturing.

    What's your aim for your drawings? In other words, what are you going to use them for?
    You can make vector based drawings in Illustrator, or -- definitely 2D artwork if you're thinking of making a game, which is why I think I would recommend ArtBoard...going to have to look around and see what other options there are, as well! ;) :)
    So many possibilities! ;)
  • CodeMonsterCodeMonster ACT, AustraliaMember Posts: 1,078
    @allc1865 yeh I want to make cartoon game graphics for 2d platformer games.
    And thanks guys for your help so far

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  • BenMakesGamesBenMakesGames Member Posts: 85
    Heres a post from a short while ago. I think this tutorial is what you are after.

    http://forums.gamesalad.com/discussion/59762/draw-all-your-own-game-art-with-cartoon-smart
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