Graphics Software, ContinuedColor specialeffects(Continued)COLOR CYCLING: To simulate movement in images created onscreen, trythe COLOR CYCLING effect. Perceived movement is achieved bydisplaying pixels in set palettes or selected palettes in a rainbow-likegradient.SMEAR: The SMEAR tool allows you to push and move colors and patternsaround onscreen as if they were wet paint. The smudges, smears, andsoftened edges resemble the effects of pastels or impasto.BRUSHES: More sophisticated image-editing software programs not onlyhave brush and brush size selections but also are capable of being pressuresensitive. Some software offers bristly or smooth brush hairs for dry brushand smooth applications of pigments.EFFECTS: To create more painterly effects, graphics software programshave pigment application effects resembling oil paint, pastel, felt tip, andcolored pencil textures.SURFACES: Just as media textures vary so can substrate surfaces. TheSURFACES special effects options visually emboss images with substratesurface texture resembling canvas, rough and smooth Bristol board, linens,and weaves.Working inOveruse or improper use of color is offensive. Practice the principles incolorcolor theory.To increase resolution in final printed products, create the art in DPI (dotsper inch) at twice the intended printed lines per inch (LPI). The higher theresolution, the fewer problems you have with moire and tonal patterns.Work with color by creating masters in monochrome first. Once you savethe monochrome images, experiment with color variations on copies. Thisdevelops a sense of the most economical and effective use of color.Periodically save line drawings at various stages of completeness as separatefiles. Should you make mistakes or change your mind about applying aparticular color or pattern, return to the last line drawing saved.8-50
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