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Title: Coloring faces advice
Post by: roadrunner465 on Monday 10 July 06 21:41 BST (UK)

I have managed to get this far coloring family members, but I am just not able to do the faces. They are so small. I am working with layers and curves, I can use the lasso tool, but would like to use the pen tool and switch to paths.
I seem to be at a dedlock, because I just cannot leave the family without doing something with their faces.
Help, advice would be appreciated.
This is how I have done so far.
Thanks
Joy

Title: Re: Coloring faces advice
Post by: - on Monday 10 July 06 23:11 BST (UK)

Hi Joy,

If something is to small... You could always just make the photo larger and then resize it back when your done. That's what I would do :)

~ Pixie

Title: Re: Coloring faces advice
Post by: roadrunner465 on Tuesday 11 July 06 00:22 BST (UK)

Thank you Pixi, do you mean to scan larger? OR ?
I love your work
Joy

Title: Re: Coloring faces advice
Post by: - on Tuesday 11 July 06 00:58 BST (UK)

Thanks ;D

well, of course, the larger scan the better. but I just meant resize it in photoshop. I usually make the resolution/dpi at least 300, and change the width/height depending on the photo. Then when your finished, just resize it down to what it originally was. it's basically like using the magnifying glass, only better.

~ Pixie

Title: Re: Coloring faces advice
Post by: roadrunner465 on Tuesday 11 July 06 01:04 BST (UK)

Pixie
Great info, you always give me great tips and the pics help so much.
Again I appreciate your time and effort
Joy