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neatturns
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graphic design software

Post by neatturns »

I hope I am not repeating a post somewhere, but what graphic design software are you using for your skis and snowboards?

Anyone have a good video tutorial on creating their top sheet designs?

thanks
artski
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Post by artski »

I use a combo of Inkscape ( free vector graphic software) and photoshop elements (70 bucks anywhere).
But I just got the entire Adobe creative suite. So I'm gonna be busy for a while learning all that stuff.
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Post by sammer »

Inkscape is good for quick design planning and layout but I find if I print from it direct the layers don't always scale properly.
That being said I use it as my primary design tool.
I also use paintshop pro. It's a bit bloated but works with pretty much any format you'll need.

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Post by deepskis »

Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop is the way to go! Takes some time to learn but its worth it..
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Post by Jekul »

Another vote for Inkscape.

Free is a price point I can accept, and it's not too hard to work with.
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Post by vinman »

GIMP is also free
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Post by MBsnow »

Adobe illustrator is the way to go for sure, tough to learn but has limitless potential.
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Post by amidnightproject »

deepskis wrote:Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop is the way to go! Takes some time to learn but its worth it..
+1 to this.

It's just like taking the time to learn a proper CAD program. Proper Tools for the job.
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