Need Some SERIOUS Advice Here!

[Eyesore]

I really want some advice from you guys! I've been dabbling in the graphic arts thing for a while now, but like I've said before something that should take 3 seconds to do takes me 30 minutes because all I've taught myself has been trial and error.

So, what sort of courses should I take to really get myself going with this stuff?

 

[hyperdesire]

for how to use the software or hardware or art? you should take 3 classes then. how to use photoshop, etc. how to use the mac. and how to draw/perspective/composition/color. have fun.

 

[wingnut4]

do a graphic design course.....thats what im doing, also the how to use photoshop idea is good

 

[Rex]

im basically self taught in photoshop. but i do suggest taking some art classes in drawing and compostion.

 

[Eyesore]

Well, I can draw. I have no problem with the traditional art aspect of it all (except for Photography). So, you're saying I should simply take a course on Photoshop? And I don't need a Mac, do I? I know everyone says a Mac is best for graphic design, but using a PC is possible, right? I've been working on a PC (inside and out) for almost 10 years now...I'd say "Fuck a Mac!" if I don't need one! Hehehehe...

 

[Rex]

...I'd say "Fuck a Mac!" if I don't need one! Hehehehe...

Then i'd say grow up, and yes you can use a pc if you wish.

But seriously you should take a compostion and a photography class. You can learn all you want about how photoshop works, but if you can't make an interesting composition, it will not matter how much you know about photoshop, it will still be boring. And a photography course will help you understand photoshop far more than an actual course on photoshop will.
Trust me.

 

[Smitty]

Well, I can draw. I have no problem with the traditional art aspect of it all (except for Photography). So, you're saying I should simply take a course on Photoshop? And I don't need a Mac, do I? I know everyone says a Mac is best for graphic design, but using a PC is possible, right? I've been working on a PC (inside and out) for almost 10 years now...I'd say "Fuck a Mac!" if I don't need one! Hehehehe...

It is HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommended that you use a Mac for the unblievable programs and resources it possesses, but yes, it is possible to do graphic art on a PC.

 

[noren]

I use PC.. works fine.

 

[wingnut4]

macs rule

 

[Seems like Trav]

I have been doing trial and error since 1995

 

[toolsofthetrade]

i've been shopping the last 10 yrs, first on pc, and now mac as well. no problems - seems that mac is a bit more stable tho.. make sure you have enuff memory, and dont get into filters straight away. they arent that useful cos they are numerous - u need to know exactly what you want.
why dont you try and copy a pic you really like? like reproducing it. perhaps it wont have the same outcome, but you learn a lot of it. it doesnt matter if you have error, most ppl learn from mistakes.

good luck mate

 

[Eyesore]

Thanks for the advice guys! =)

One more question! Do you use a mouse for this stuff, or do you have one of those Wacom Boards?

 

[toolsofthetrade]

mostly a mouse, sometimes them pencils do a good job

 

[wingnut4]

what the fuck is a wacom board? lol, is that like a grpahit tablet?

 

[Rex]

yup thats exactly what it is. Wacom is one of the leading
brands of graphic tablets.
http://www.wacom.com/

 

[wingnut4]

ahhh are they any good?

 

[ColdDarkNord]

tr00 artists use only mouse!
haha

 

[wingnut4]

yeh!!!! lol but then many would argue that true artists dont use computers...