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  1. 02-04-2009, 11:07 AM #1
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    I have a WACOM Bamboo, and I love it. I only use it for the things I would have used colored pencils for on paper, but that's really what it's for, right? I tried using just the stylus to create a map, but the strokes don't look realistic enough when attempting to fill an entire area, so I switched styles.

    I tried using the WACOM "mouse" as my mouse for awhile, but I quickly went back to my G5 for everyday applications. Does anyone actually use the mouse that came with their WACOM pad? Mine is now collecting dust on a shelf :/

    I didn't read the whole thread, so sorry if this has been answered:

    I see mention of these WACOM brushes, and it makes me curious. Where can I get my hands on them?

    I've seen people use their WACOM to make very realistic looking "paintings", but when I try to do it, the brushes in PS just don't look realistic. Are these WACOM brushes the missing link in my attempts?
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  2. 02-04-2009, 06:01 PM #2
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    Quote Originally Posted by CBDroege View Post
    I have a WACOM Bamboo, and I love it. I only use it for the things I would have used colored pencils for on paper, but that's really what it's for, right? I tried using just the stylus to create a map, but the strokes don't look realistic enough when attempting to fill an entire area, so I switched styles.

    I tried using the WACOM "mouse" as my mouse for awhile, but I quickly went back to my G5 for everyday applications. Does anyone actually use the mouse that came with their WACOM pad? Mine is now collecting dust on a shelf :/

    I didn't read the whole thread, so sorry if this has been answered:

    I see mention of these WACOM brushes, and it makes me curious. Where can I get my hands on them?

    I've seen people use their WACOM to make very realistic looking "paintings", but when I try to do it, the brushes in PS just don't look realistic. Are these WACOM brushes the missing link in my attempts?
    Not sure of the style you are going for, but using the smudge and blur tools can help with blending to a great degreee. Play with the rate and even the brush shape.
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    Personally I am glad I went with the Intuos. I haven't yet grown into the "additional features", but having them has allowed me to push myself to getting skilled enough to use them. I viewed the purchase as a long term investment that I would never have to upgrade (until the come out with some out of this world super tech ).

    The brushes are very artistic so if you are looking for actual "paintings" you probably want to find the Wacom brushes because they are extremely close to using actual brushes.
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    All I can suggest is reading through this thread at Gimptalk:
    http://www.gimptalk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=17992

    I never had problems with my (older) wacom graphire under windows in gimp.

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    Intuos is the way to go

    btw RP, I recently got a laptop that I upgraded to Vista Premium and you are right .... a tablet opens up a whole new world that ROCKS~!
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    Quote Originally Posted by delgondahntelius View Post
    Intuos is the way to go

    btw RP, I recently got a laptop that I upgraded to Vista Premium and you are right .... a tablet opens up a whole new world that ROCKS~!
    Good to hear! Have you tried the ink game yet? It is a great way to get comfortable with the stylus, but I have to warn you that it can be addicting.
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    Quote Originally Posted by RPMiller View Post
    Good to hear! Have you tried the ink game yet? It is a great way to get comfortable with the stylus, but I have to warn you that it can be addicting.
    VERY addictive, even with a mouse(trackball really)
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    Post Intuos on sale.

    Best Buy has reduced prices on Intuos tablets.

    I picked one up this afternoon - the 6x11 model. $250 including tax. Down from a list price of $370. Score!


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    So, Wacom released their new Intous today... It is absolutely beautiful... *sniff* Is it wrong for me to want one?

    http://intuos.wacom.com/
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    No. No, that's not wrong at all. I think I'm falling in lust.
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