Roman and Greek shields (again)

[Davidf]

Good afternoon,

As per previous post I have major problems with painting designs on shields. One answer previously was to download an image and then resize then print out on decal paper.

I have no problem with the downloading or printing but absolutely
no idea how to transfer or resize the image. I do not have Photoshop as I don't think it's worth the money for the minute times I'd use it. I do have davinci editing software but I think that's only for film editing ETC.


Thanks for any suggestions in advance.

David.

 

[Mirofsoft]

Good afternoon,

As per previous post I have major problems with painting designs on shields. One answer previously was to download an image and then resize then print out on decal paper.

I have no problem with the downloading or printing but absolutely
no idea how to transfer or resize the image. I do not have Photoshop as I don't think it's worth the money for the minute times I'd use it. I do have davinci editing software but I think that's only for film editing ETC.


Thanks for any suggestions in advance.

David.

Every PC is delivered with a program called " PAINT " ( since the night of time ), allas, it seems not with Window 10 anymore
With it you can resize in% or in pixels, it's so basic that everybody can use it

Try it

 

[arj]

There are many free to download art packages.
Take your pick from this review:-
https://www.wix.com/blog/photography/2019/04/11/best-free-photo-editing-software/

Cheers,
Andrew

 

[Blind Pew]

What are the problems you have painting in the first place?
It seems you've solved one problem by giving yourself another!

I do know what you mean.Basically, painting shields, flags and banners is a time consuming pig, or painting them well is anyway. That's why they're so highly prized. I got there by changing my mindset. I told myself not to look upon it as difficult, but as time-consuming. In fact, my painting all round improved with this.

Let yourself off the hook. Tell yourself that yes, you will make mistakes, but be ready to correct them when they happen. For me, it helped me relax, as I knew I was going to make a pig's ear at some point. If I'm not making sense let me know.

You won't get better by avoiding it, practice. see below.

 

[Blind Pew]

Maybe breaking it down might help? Here are some SBS photos I hope help. Remember, I have zero in the way of any formal training and am just a keen amateur.

 

[Blind Pew]

Actually, sorry, I thought I took more (and better) pictures than that.

 

[Davidf]

There are many free to download art packages.
Take your pick from this review:-
https://www.wix.com/blog/photography/2019/04/11/best-free-photo-editing-software/

Cheers,
Andrew

Cool. Thanks.