Custom Library Question

[ADC]

Is there any way to make items for a custom library if you don't have PhotoShop? I'm taking basics...even just little label cards like Coos Bay has.

[A Brandt]

Yes, you can make objects in MS Paint if you'd like. You just have to save them as 8-bit bitmaps to use them in the library creator. There is also a free program available for download on the internet that a number of people use(can't remember the name of it). It is very similar to photoshop they say.

[DC#1]

I've heard some people use a program called GIMP.

[A Brandt]

Yep, that's the one, GIMP. Never used it since I have always used PS, but I've heard only good things about it. Plus it's free!!

[Mike New]

To be honest, I would assume that the reason you haven't received many responses is because most people use Photoshop or PSP. MS Paint is pretty limited.

It's certainly the case for me as I can do anything I need to in PSP and very happy with it. Thus I never even touch paint and couldn't give you a satisfactory answer.

[ADC]

How's the learning curve? And, on that note, how is making a custom library?

[A Brandt]

The learning curve for PS wasn't too bad for me. I starting using it for photography, and found a zillion tutorials online. As far as creating libraries goes, the objects I use in my libraries are all "borrowed", except for some small items like tee markers. I have created some hole signs from scratch too. There are a few good tutorials for copying objects and textures from other libraries for use in your own custom library, and I've used those exclusively for my libraries(I don't use any secret PS techniques).