Re: [Gimp-user] Am I stupid or What?
Nick C. wrote: why do I have to get help every time I try to do something in this program? It seems to me that it is one of the most unfriendly and unintuitive command layouts I've ever encountered. I first learnt how to Photoshop when it was taught in my school (for a web design course) a few years ago. After using PS, GIMP was really easy to get used to. However, for anyone who wasn't proficient with PS prior to using GIMP, I imagine it would be a steep learning curve. On the other hand, most people can not just pick up Photoshop quickly either (to an acceptable standard). Overall, I think GIMP is on par with, if not easier to learn than other image editing software. Regards, Vincent ___ Gimp-user mailing list Gimp-user@lists.XCF.Berkeley.EDU https://lists.XCF.Berkeley.EDU/mailman/listinfo/gimp-user
[Gimp-user] Am I stupid or What?
I've only been using computers for about 25 years, and gimping along with Gimp for about 6 months, so why do I have to get help every time I try to do something in this program? It seems to me that it is one of the most unfriendly and unintuitive command layouts I've ever encountered. It's driving me nuts. I can't seem to do ANYTHING without Youtube or Forum help. Maybe I should just head to the iceflow with my last pile of firewood...sigh. -- Nick C. (via www.gimpusers.com) ___ Gimp-user mailing list Gimp-user@lists.XCF.Berkeley.EDU https://lists.XCF.Berkeley.EDU/mailman/listinfo/gimp-user
Re: [Gimp-user] Am I stupid or What?
Nick C. wrote: why do I have to get help every time I try to do something in this program? It seems to me that it is one of the most unfriendly and unintuitive command layouts I've ever encountered. My history is similar to yours, except that I've got more experience with GIMP than you claim. I, too, found the UI to be complex, and difficult to use and understand. What made the program much more useful for me was getting a copy of Akkana Peck's book, Beginning Gimp / From Novice to Professional, published by APress. About USD 50, but if you're serious about learning GIMP, it's hard to think of a better way to spend the money. ns ___ Gimp-user mailing list Gimp-user@lists.XCF.Berkeley.EDU https://lists.XCF.Berkeley.EDU/mailman/listinfo/gimp-user
