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    Wip First Map Attempt using Tutorial

    My first ever attempt at a map. Found a video tutorial explaining a pdf tutorial that was written on this site. It has nothing yet except country borders which I have not included because it looks better this way. Be nice. Any tips or suggestions would also be appreciated.

    EDIT: Updated the map with less Shelf effect and darkened the deeper parts of the ocean.

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    Last edited by Lurid Rex; 02-06-2014 at 08:33 PM. Reason: Updated

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    Guild Journeyer Nathan's Avatar
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    Well done Lurid Rex. Nice one.

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    Looks really nice, well done.

    My suggestion would be to remove the continental shelf effect from the inland seas and lakes, it looks a little odd and wouldn't exist in the real world

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    Welcome to the Guild Rex. Nice start on the map. I agree with Korba on the continental shelf drop off, especially in the lake.

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    Thanks for the feedback guys. Fixed the shelf (I think) and just made The ocean a bit darker because sometimes when looking at it, the shelf appeared "backwards" since the shelf itself and the surrounding ocean were nearly the same shade.

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    Which tutorial did you use?

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    This one. It's VERY detailed. Like, on top of how to make a map, he basically shows you how to use photoshop, so if you are already experienced with the program, it can be a bit slow at points.
    Atlas Map Style Tutorial - 1 of 7 (Photoshop) - YouTube

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