Hi guys,
Recently I started to work with Corel Draw x6. I have an idea about basic uses of some tools, but still can't figure out what to use if I wanted realistic drawings. I tried some "cartoon" looking stuff and it looks ok. I have an idea about working w/ bezier and shape tool. Now I'm most interested in drawing realistic lookin' fur. My major interest are dogs. I draw basic shape and lines, but then I'm lost with fur. I'm not sure how to work on that........ if you have any tutorials, it'd be very appreciated. I've been thinking how to achieve sth like this http://th07.deviantart.net/fs70/PRE/i/2011/314/d/f/eskimo_dog_by_gromarog-d4fp7wh.jpg or this one http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_rQEvCUfVOow/TUsitC1IlnI/AAAAAAAABaI/kcyOHUc6kdY/s1600/German%2BShepherds3.jpg
Maybe if you could also link me to some tutorials, it'd be great, too.
I'm sure it takes a lot of practice, I'm sorry if my question sounds silly. I just need an idea where to start and what tools to focus on.
Thank you all :)
Helps said: Maybe if you could also link me to some tutorials, it'd be great, too. I'm sure it takes a lot of practice, I'm sorry if my question sounds silly. I just need an idea where to start and what tools to focus on. Thank you all :)
Hi Helps!
Don't be afraid to ask questions! You are at the Best Forum i ever found, with a very friendly and helpful people are here to help you.
I also learned so many things here!
=> For achieving realistic vector drawings in Corel, and not Bitmaps effects you must learn to use the "Brushes" and also several Macros related to your needs. As Corel Draw evolves more with each version you can do amazing designs without using Bitmaps. But with Vectors only! :-)
You can do this fur vector effect with Brian's Amazing Macro!. ( I gave him the idea and he has developed it into a macro).
I didn't use macros before, but thanks to some Great guys here in the forum, i Love macros now and i can't live without them.
Using the Macros, You can do things you couldn't before with Corel standard tools alone.
You can see the results of those brushes and Macros in the first 2 thread posts above.
And don't forget to make a good search here in the forum. You can find real treasures! :-)
I hope this helps you.
~ Evros (CorelXpert)
Hi Helps.
I think this samples are good alternatives also to create hair-fur:
Very Nice idea Jesus!
Thanks a lot to both of you. I've been actually thinking about using artistic media tool but dont have suitable brushes for fur. Is there a place where you can download brushes or should I try to make my own?
I'm also still bit confused about Macro .... I checked out your links but what is Macro in reality? How does it work? Is it effect or some kind of tool?
You're all so nice :) thanks again
Hello Helps; The Advanced T Shirts is a good place to go for some video's like Boomhauer said and you could go to Foster's web site ( http://www.unleash.com ) and start from the beginning and work your way up. The videos are the way to go with learning I think, It's faster to pick things up. There is so much to learn about Corel so it makes it nice if you can go back over the items you are weak on if you have the DVD's,.
My Thoughts George