Wed 11 Oct 2006
Abstract:
10/11/2006: Update - Corel has released an update to Painter 9, called Painter 9.5, which adds alpha channel support for targa files. See Corel’s site for update information - the update is free for Corel Painter 9 owners. The files import into SL with transparency information intact. You must have the Painter 9.1 update installed before installing the 9.5 update.
Wed 11 Oct 2006
Abstract:
10/11/2006: Updated to refer to Corel PSP versions 10 and 11, and include a download link for PSP XI trial version.
Note: This tutorial was created with Paint Shop Pro version 9. It also applies to versions 7 and 8, as well as versions 10 and 11 though there may be some slight variation. I don’t know if this technique works in earlier versions prior to PSP 7.
* If you are using the SL clothing templates, please see an important step at the end of this tutorial *
To create a texture with transparency in Paint Shop Pro:
1. Create a new transparent image - make sure the Transparent checkbox is checked, as shown below.
2. This will give you a blank transparent image. Transparency is indicated with a grey and white checkerboard pattern (this can be changed in preferences in PSP).
3. Create your image, using as many layers as you need to. Make sure that only the layers you want to appear in the final image are visible (turn off any guide layers, etc.). If you need assistance turning on and off layers, check the PSP help file. It is not necessary to flatten the image.
4. When you are ready to create the transparency, go to Layers—>New Mask Layer—>From Image on the menu bar at the top.
5. A dialog box will pop up asking for the source of the mask. Choose Source opacity, and make sure Invert Mask Data is not checked or you will get a reverse mask. -->
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Wed 11 Oct 2006
Tue 10 Oct 2006
Over 50 people attended a great program on Info Island tonight presented by Jeff Barr, Amazon Technology Evangelist. He talked about web services offered by Amazon and their activities in Second Life.
Sun 8 Oct 2006
Congratulations to photographer Bucky Barkley on a fantastic art show on Info Island on Saturday, October 7! Almost 80 people attended the elegant event held from 6-8 pm sl at the Library Gallery. The show was called “Blurred Realities” and featured photographs by Bucky Barkley. This has been the most well-attended event at Info island and was a terrific kickoff for our grand opening week. Bucky’s artwork was the first to be displayed on Info Island. For more information on Info Island art shows, contact Abbey Zenith.
Fri 6 Oct 2006