[Stormfalcon]

You missed the point entirely. I don't mind the fact that he has recoloured something, I just have a problem with the fact that he decided to show it off and try to get people to say how great it is. I was willing to stay quiet about it, but praising him for something like that is stupid... sure, praise him for learning the basics of photoshop, but don't praise him for the picture itself because ultimately it isn't his work.


Photoshop can be used by both pro's and basic users very easily, it's a very ingenious program.

But to finish off I will say two final things.

1. My field of study was Multimedia, and I'm not talking junior level here... (though ironically the work I do has nothing to do with multimedia lol, but I did spend those years studying and passing everything with High Distinctions and all so yeah XD)

2. I've already had to deal with more art thieves than any of you know, people who have tried to steal from me and my friends, so yes, I'm gonna be pretty hard edged about this kind of thing.

You're right. Photoshop is easy to use. For example, one of my favorite techniques is to turn an average-looking picture of a mountain and make it look like it's on an alien planet.

First picture:



And after adding a new layer with a complete teal color gradient.



Ridiculously easy. Just a few clicks and we've got an image that kind of has a Stargate feel to it. Maybe I should add a moon or two in the background.

I took this picture last summer when I was at the Grand Tetons in Wyoming.