Computer Art Tutorials
Computers and graphic software open doors to an array of artistic presentation possibilities for artists. By combining traditional artistic techniques with computer graphic technology, an artist can now in a matter of hours create artistic works that used to take weeks. Here are some strategies you can use to bring the power and versatility of the computer to your own art projects.
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Adobe Photoshop Tutorials
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Adobe Photoshop is one of the most widely used graphics programs on the market. Professionals and amateurs alike use this powerful, versatile software to create and refine their artwork. The program is so much a part of the computer art community that tutorials teaching the software are widely available on the Internet. See resources for a list of tutorials for Photoshop.
Online Graphic Design Tutorials
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Many graphic design tutorials are available on the Internet (see resources). Most of them are free. These tutorials range from the basics of graphic design to more complex methods of producing art with the computer. Bookmarking your favorite tutorials in the order you want to approach them is an effective way to take advantage of the wealth of graphic design information available online.
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Graphic Art Design Schools
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Though it isn't necessary to attend school to develop your computer art skills, especially if you do freelance graphic work, many mainstream jobs require a degree in graphic design or computer arts. Many schools specialize in graphic design (see resources). Whether you to choose to attend one depends on the career path you want to take with your graphic design.
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