Squidoodling Artwork for your Lens
Ranked #11,780 in Arts & Design, #220,771 overall
Want a Hand with that Crayon Box?
I'm very happy to help with small bits of art for my fellow Lensmasters. (Not a Lensmaster? Become one!)
If you are having difficulty coming up with the right bits of artwork for your lens, don't hesitate to ask for help, guidance, or for the art itself.
If you are having difficulty coming up with the right bits of artwork for your lens, don't hesitate to ask for help, guidance, or for the art itself.
Group Artwork Request and an IMPORTANT Warning
Don't borrow the artwork and call it your own. If you would like your artwork BASED on one of these, that's quite easily done. Just make sure your request asks for a MOD to [title]. I've posted an example request to show you how to do this.
If I have done artwork for you, please make sure that you have actually downloaded your artwork and hosted it on your own server. The Designs By Fern version will no longer be available after September 18. 2007.
If your artwork is removed and you have no local copy, please contact me to make arrangements to receive your originals.
If I have done artwork for you, please make sure that you have actually downloaded your artwork and hosted it on your own server. The Designs By Fern version will no longer be available after September 18. 2007.
If your artwork is removed and you have no local copy, please contact me to make arrangements to receive your originals.
Group Artwork: LENSMASTER SOUP
Request: MOD to LENSOUP
Transparent GIF set:
Group Artwork: WORLD OF THE KRITARD
Group is inactive.
Group Artwork: GEEKENFODDER
Group Artwork: WARRIOR WOMEN
DIY Approach to Logo Making
In the mood to do it yourself but just haven't found the right method? Personally I recommend Adobe Photoshop CS3, my personal favorite for doing almost anything with graphics design. Notice I say 'almost' - I turn to other programs like Adobe Illustrator for vector work and Bryce for landscape and scene work. But for all intents and purposes, you can get a long way down the road with Adobe Photoshop CS3 all by itself.
Great References for Photoshop
There was a time when I would have recommended reading the manual and helpfiles with a piece of software and been relatively confident that that was the best place to turn. However, I've been proven wrong more times than I care to admit, and recognize that there are scads of aftermarket books and tutorials for Photoshop that are much easier to follow than the reference manual. I've always really liked the '... For Dummies' guide books, and this is no exception.
What Happens When...
if I ask for a logo, what goes on?
First I look at your group page or lens as it is right now, reading things thoroughly and making a few educated guesses about how things would look in your mind.
If I can't come up with a mental image rapidly, I send you an email or mesage asking for some input. Once I've received your response, it's off to the drawing board...
... almost
If I can't come up with a mental image rapidly, I send you an email or mesage asking for some input. Once I've received your response, it's off to the drawing board...
... almost
What Happens THEN...?
You almost made it to the drawing board...
Well, yes, but it's not time to draw.
Once I get your responses, I head into the big bin of existing similar groups (if I can find any) to see what approach they have taken. This is important - I don't want to copy any other group's look and feel, so this tells me what design directions to AVOID. Once I've done that, it's off to the drawing board...
... almost
Once I get your responses, I head into the big bin of existing similar groups (if I can find any) to see what approach they have taken. This is important - I don't want to copy any other group's look and feel, so this tells me what design directions to AVOID. Once I've done that, it's off to the drawing board...
... almost
Still Not Drawing? How Come?
You should be drawing something by now, Casey.. no?
Well, yes.. but it's still not time to draw.
In the past few decades of working in the graphic arts, I've collected a gazillion stock art and clip art collections, most of which have never seen daylight. Those lurk behind the scenes, waiting for the right project to show up. At this point, I go through a half dozen or so catalogs and collections, gathering together a package of what I like to call inspiration elements. I may not use them in this project, but I will look at them to keep my focus.
So, with my inspiration elements at hand, it's off to th e drawing board...
... almost
(bored yet?)
In the past few decades of working in the graphic arts, I've collected a gazillion stock art and clip art collections, most of which have never seen daylight. Those lurk behind the scenes, waiting for the right project to show up. At this point, I go through a half dozen or so catalogs and collections, gathering together a package of what I like to call inspiration elements. I may not use them in this project, but I will look at them to keep my focus.
So, with my inspiration elements at hand, it's off to th e drawing board...
... almost
(bored yet?)
WHAT?! Still not to the @#^% Drawing Board??
Confession time...
Well, yes.. but I don't own a drawing board.
Instead, I turn to my handy dandy iMac Intel Core Duo, plug my Wacom drawing tablet
into a USB port, and get to work.
Instead, I turn to my handy dandy iMac Intel Core Duo, plug my Wacom drawing tablet
into a USB port, and get to work. Wacom Power!
For when you really want to make tracks
About half the time, I work on graphics with little more than Photoshop and my trackball. However, when I need a fine touch, I turn to my USB pen tablet. The control I get with this pressure sensitive device is superb, and it took only a few tries to master its highly intuitive approach. Whether you're serious about turning out quality graphics or just want a totally cool way to doodle or sign your name electronically, this is the way to go. I pronounce it 'way-calm,' and after you've used it for a few minutes, you'll see why.
Where's My STUFF!?
That depends. If you asked for artwork through the Design Group, then I will have posted a link to it in the Out Box section. You should follow that link and see the artwork, then send me a message accepting it.
If you have changes, instead of accepting the art, use that message to let me know what changes you want.
If you requested artwork from -here-, then look in the Out Box here, and find your link. Follow that link to look at the artwork and retrieve it. If you have changes, send me a message through this lens.
I keep a status report on Design Group. If you're in a panic to get something done, and I have not yet started on your artwork, send a message to Janusz through that group page.
If you have changes, instead of accepting the art, use that message to let me know what changes you want.
If you requested artwork from -here-, then look in the Out Box here, and find your link. Follow that link to look at the artwork and retrieve it. If you have changes, send me a message through this lens.
I keep a status report on Design Group. If you're in a panic to get something done, and I have not yet started on your artwork, send a message to Janusz through that group page.
If You're SERIOUS about Photoshop
Don't pass this up
I've been using Photoshop for years, and there is still TONS of stuff I don't know about it. Lucky for me (and now for you as well), Dennis Plucinik has done a lot of the dirty investigative work for both of us, and has produced an absolutely MANDATORY advanced photoshop tutorial collection. Go visit, bookmark, study, gasp in amazement. This is a resource you do not want to be without, as you venture into the nooks and crannies of Photoshop of any rev level. Place your Request Here!
All orders subject to time, availability, clarity, crayons
Here's how:
I would like some art for [group name] at [full group URL]
I need (select from below)
[ x ] complete set
[ x ] group header banner (see below)*
[ x ] 100x100 (good for logo work)
[ x ] 80x80 (good for module work)
[ x ] 50x50 (great for personal gifting)
[ x ] MOD of [group name from above]
[ x ] URGENT - Please prioritize - I'm in a mad hurry
See my post for an example of what gets my attention.
* for my group banners, I use 725x125 and have found that works well. The width can be up to 730 and you can make it as tall as you need. Please be reasonable and realistic - this is for free, after all. If you need large projects and suites, buttons, site designs and the like, I work on a contract, job or hourly rate. Contact me directly for quotes, proposals, prototyping and rates.
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tylerabernethy21
Apr 6, 2012 @ 3:27 pm | delete
- I use Squid artwork all the time, this is a great resource!
Cheers,
Tyler
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skiesgreen
Jan 14, 2011 @ 1:57 am | delete
- You are so fifted my friend and this lens is amazing. Great stuff and thank you for sharing it.
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Momsbusy247
Dec 12, 2010 @ 7:51 pm | delete
- Amazing lens and thank you for sharing with all of us here on Squidoo
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TWOnline2 Dec 9, 2010 @ 10:46 am | delete
- wow. i learned here.
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AdrienneJenkins
Feb 27, 2009 @ 7:12 am | delete
- Thanks for the artwork for the collective Squidoo community.
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WendyKrick Oct 3, 2008 @ 9:48 pm | delete
- Wow! You are so talented. ~Wendy
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JaguarJulie Aug 23, 2008 @ 2:33 pm | delete
- I must admit that I am totally amazed by all the talented designers that I come across on Squidoo. Some awesome designs! 5*****
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voodoomama Apr 15, 2008 @ 10:41 pm | delete
- Very informative. I just started working with photoshop and a wacom tablet and I don't know what took me so long! Voodoo Squiddoodles
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Tolovus
Sep 21, 2007 @ 2:57 am | delete
- Quite a free service you're offering here! Your advice about photoshop will be taken seriously by this baby squid... 5 stars!
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ShawnsBidness
Aug 26, 2007 @ 1:07 am | delete
- What a kind service to fellow Squids. Great lens too! Thanks for all you do. 5 STARS!
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DeanBakerWholesale
Aug 9, 2007 @ 9:23 pm | delete
- Great 5 star lens! Loved the artwork, great job!
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Karendelac
Aug 5, 2007 @ 10:43 pm | delete
- I gave you 5 stars. I enjoyed the style of your lens and look forward to future visits. All the Best, Karen at Karen's Kinkade Art Store
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Aika
Aug 1, 2007 @ 3:42 am | delete
- cool lens Casey, very artistic of yours. I am also into graphic and web designing. :) More stars!
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awelldressedbullet
Jul 29, 2007 @ 7:35 pm | delete
- 5 Stars for sure, so many great lenses, so little time! - Kathy
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KimGiancaterino Jul 28, 2007 @ 11:31 pm | delete
- The Squidoo Design Group spruced up both of my groups and I'm glad to see your talents added to the mix.
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North_Cascade_Trading_Company
Jul 27, 2007 @ 1:02 am | delete
- Wow.. didn't even know there was such a service. This is just awesome. 5 stars and onto my favs.
Hope to see you at my lens Bella Sara Cards.
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Barkely Jul 26, 2007 @ 10:46 am | delete
- I want one of those pens! Sounds like fun. You have some beautiful artwork here!
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tmfvideo
Jul 24, 2007 @ 2:04 pm | delete
- Nice lens!
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Enchanted_Ways
Jul 21, 2007 @ 10:12 pm | delete
- Interesting lens! 5 Stars!
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k8company
Jul 20, 2007 @ 11:40 am | delete
- Casey, I should be angry at you but instead I'm fawning over you and your lenses, blogs, and who knows what else? Angry because I have now spent way to much time looking at your fabulous stuff, and not enough time on my not-that-interesting-now stuff. You must stop this! :D
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