Base picture from stock.xchng with custom text and some effects. Font from vtks.com.br.
This one had to go through its process of creation quickly. I’ll tell you what I like about it and what I don’t: I like the text and I like the paper bag look (it’s a layer mask cutout on an actual paper bag picture I downloaded for Creative Commons use).
I am disappointed in the 3D effect: I think Bevels have made their rounds, but I didn’t have time to find something better. I also wish I could have made some sort of basic bow tie with twine, but I need to visit ILM or Pixar to have them teach me 3D modeling.
Merry Christmas!
Very similar to last week’s picture, I’m thinking about making the picture design process easier from week to week by changing elements of a design, but reusing the fundamentals. That will allow me to add to an already good picture to make it better instead of having to go back to the drawing board each week.
Christmas designs lend nicely to that concept. It might be harder to connect Easter with Veteran’s Day, so we’ll see how that all goes.