"designing my own flags?" Topic
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| Brownand | 07 Jan 2020 8:31 a.m. PST |
I want to make my own flags, based on existing flags. Is there a program for this kind of work? |
| khanscom | 07 Jan 2020 8:43 a.m. PST |
With an existing image file, I've always just inserted the image into a Word document and then adjusted the size of the insert to match the scale of my figures. Printed on paper, the ink can be fixed with a quick spray of lacquer (I usually use Testor's Dullcote) and mounted with white glue. Works for me. |
| Timmo uk | 07 Jan 2020 8:47 a.m. PST |
If you want to draw original artwork you'll need a vector based drawing package like Adobe Illustrator or Corel draw. I suspect there are cheaper options. I went down this route for my own 28mm Sudan flags but preferred those I'd painted myself. They have more character and seemed to fit better with the figures. |
Trebian  | 07 Jan 2020 11:05 a.m. PST |
I use Serif Draw Plus, which is a little dated, if you can still buy it. Very easy to use. |
| Stryderg | 07 Jan 2020 12:37 p.m. PST |
sumopaint.com
Think: MS Paint on steroids with layers, or Photoshop with a concussion. The good news is that its free. Another freebie: draw.io
More like Visio, drag and drop drawing |
| Hamilton | 07 Jan 2020 12:40 p.m. PST |
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jwebster  | 07 Jan 2020 4:03 p.m. PST |
I do recommend a vector program rather than something like photoshop. I use "Inkscape", which is free. It works very well but I had to go through tutorials to be able to use it properly – I'm sure a paid program will have the same issues I have only done a couple of flags, but lots of shields. All of this is very geometrical so suits a vector program well If you want to adjust colors and contrast from an existing design, then something like photoshop. Haven't used sumo paint but it looks like just the thing I do not recommend gimp for casual users Good luck John |
| Brownand | 11 Jan 2020 5:00 a.m. PST |
Thanks for the answers and advice. Will look into the mentioned programs (well, the free ones) |
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