How to create a clown makeover using Paint Shop Pro

Here is a fun tutorial that your kids are sure to enjoy. In this tutorial I will teach you how to create a basic clown with Paint Shop Pro using a photo of your kids, relatives, or even yourself. This is my first attempt creating a clown, and it’s far from perfect. I got the idea from viewing the “clowning around” gallery over
at worth1000.com It’s no where near as good as the clown makeovers you see over at worth1000. However, some of those guys/gals have superb editing skills that I simply can not re-create at this time. Anyway, I think this clown tutorial is sufficient enough to at least get one started in the right direction of creating basic clown makeovers. For this tutorial, I used a beautiful photo of my youngest son, Greyson. You can download Read more

January 20, 2009 · Filed Under Intermediate, Tutorials: All, Tutorials: Photography, Tutorials:Video

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How to apply digital tattoo’s using Paint Shop Pro

In this video tutorial you will learn how to apply digital tattoo’s using Paint Shop Pro. Have you ever considered getting a permanent tattoo? If so, you can use this technique to “try on” some digital tattoos. That way you can see if you like them before they become, well permanent:) I have used this same process for myself and several friends in the past, to help them/me decide on the best tattoo design. Even if you are not considering ever getting a real tattoo, this technique is still fun to play around with. You can also find a variety of nice tattoo designs at http://browse.deviantart.com/?order=9&q=tattoo%20designs&offset=0

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January 7, 2009 · Filed Under Beginner, Skill Set, Tutorials: All, Tutorials: Effects, Tutorials:Video

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How to add text to curved paths (or any path) using Paint Shop Pro

Here’s a quick little text tutorial that will demonstrate how to add text to curved paths (or any path) using Paint Shop Pro. You can create your own paths and/or trace a path on an image using the pen tool, or use the preset shapes built into Paint Shop Pro. Adding text to paths can allow for your designs and projects to become more dynamic and eye catching. We often see a lot curved text designs in company logos, movie posters, postcards, calendars, signatures, avatars, etc. If you haven’t discovered yet, how to add text path to your projects, then you may find this technique beneficial and/or fun. The path your Read more