Fireworks Shadow Techniques

Adobe Fireworks is a bitmap and vector graphics editor primarily aimed for the use of web designers. It can come as a standalone Adobe product or as part of an Adobe Creative Suite. Bundling it with other Adobe products is beneficial when making projects that can be integrated with other Adobe programs like Adobe Photoshop, Flash and Premiere Pro. When using Fireworks, many users take advantage of its shadow application techniques as these help add...

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How to Mat a Picture for Framing

Presentation is crucial when submitting artwork to a gallery or educational institution. For this reason, many art programs require photographers to mat their pictures before submitting them in a portfolio. Even if submission guidelines don't require matting, many professional and aspiring photographers opt to use mat board to present, protect and archive their work. Mat board is a common art supply found in most art, photography and frame stores....

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How to Make a Darkroom Bag

Once you have set up your darkroom, you will need to assemble your tools for developing your film. Keeping the chemicals and smaller items you need in a bag that you designate as your darkroom bag is a great way to keep all of your materials accessible and in one place. Here are a few things to keep in your darkroom bag. Instructions 1 Purchase a medium size bag like a messenger bag. Put a small reference book in your bag. A resource to guide...

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How to Add a Background to a Digital Photo

With a few basic tools common to most image manipulation programs, such as Adobe Photoshop or GIMP, the digital photographer can enhance their photographs by replacing the background in an image with a different background. Whether you are replacing a backdrop with a wooded scene or trading a cluttered living room for a quiet street, the process is basically the same. Learning this process will open a range of possibilities for taking your photographs...

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Family Portrait Ideas on a Staircase

Family portraits create lasting memories for your close, extended and future family members. Whether you hire a professional or take your own portraits, a staircase offers many different options for portraits. Use a few different positions, backgrounds and poses to determine the best photograph. Narrow down your choices to four different pictures and pick the best one for your portrait. Staggering Effect Use the staircase to your advantage...

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