On 10/28/2011 09:51 AM, Tim Wescott wrote: > These are two questions, but they're both about graphics programs: > > First: > > I've been using GIMP, gradually getting better at retouching photos with > it and such, but I am nowhere near being able to do the sort of things I > see as example GIMP work. > > What's your best recommendation for a good book or online reference for > thoroughly learning GIMP? > > Second: > > My understanding is that GIMP is a pixel-based program, and that things > like Corel Draw are vector based. I have CAD programs (LibreCad is > pretty good), and those are, indeed, vector based, but they're for > making mechanical drawings -- not for making pretty logos and decals and > whatnot. > > So -- is there a good "make it pretty" sort of vector-based graphics > program that's freely available? > > Thanks. > There are some pretty good web based resources for learning gimp, starting with the gimp tutorials at http://www.gimp.org/tutorials/
As far as vector based drawing programs, inkscape is by far the best for "making pretty logos and decals", etc. _______________________________________________ PLUG mailing list [email protected] http://lists.pdxlinux.org/mailman/listinfo/plug
