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Re: Graphics tablet
« Reply #18 on: Saturday 16 February 08 08:22 GMT (UK) »
Hi Julieann

I have used them - I think via an Amazon sub-contract. I either got my Epson R2400 printer or my Intuos 3 Graphics Tablet from them.

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Re: Graphics tablet
« Reply #19 on: Saturday 16 February 08 09:01 GMT (UK) »
It might be worth buying a cheap A6 tablet to see if you like it. Mine cost just £21 from the local supermarket.

I don't seem to have had much time for photo restoration since I bought it, but a few practice sessions have convinced me I'll find it much easier and more precise than the mouse. I might even upgrade to a 'proper' one one day.

And my artist friend has fallen in love with this fascinating new medium and produced some excellent original work with it.

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Re: Graphics tablet
« Reply #20 on: Saturday 16 February 08 09:38 GMT (UK) »
Julieann,

If you do get a cheap one I would be very interested in your first impressions, because as you know I am toying with the idea, but the cost, and whether it might sit unused after a first outing dissuade me. 

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Re: Graphics tablet
« Reply #21 on: Saturday 16 February 08 09:59 GMT (UK) »
Quote from: Roli on Saturday 16 February 08 09:38 GMT (UK)
Julieann,

If you do get a cheap one I would be very interested in your first impressions, because as you know I am toying with the idea, but the cost, and whether it might sit unused after a first outing dissuade me. 

I'd like to second that, Julieann ...
(spent most of my working life as an illustrator ...
 :-[ over 20 years   :-[  :o ! !)
If I do take the plunge and buy one it WILL have to be a Wacom, but my OH keeps telling me that anything smaller than A5 will not suit me and it has to be an Intuos 3 ....  ???  :-\

I remain unconvinced and dithery  ;D  >:(  ::)


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Re: Graphics tablet
« Reply #22 on: Saturday 16 February 08 11:20 GMT (UK) »
 ::) Dithering...that's me too.  I'm definitely going to get one, and it'll be a wacom, it's just a size thing.  What are the benefits of size? ???  As with all computer stuff, I really want to try before I buy, but seldom have the opportunity.
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Re: Graphics tablet
« Reply #23 on: Saturday 16 February 08 12:35 GMT (UK) »
Hi Julieann
OH has an A3 size Wacom at work and maintains that you need something BIG in order to be able to get a good 'sweep' with the pen thingie  :o ....
Most of the people I've asked on here don't even have A4 GTs, they seem happy with A5s.

There's also the question of space ..... Poll Doll has a photograph of hers on here somewhere .... can't find it just now  :(
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Re: Graphics tablet
« Reply #24 on: Saturday 16 February 08 12:38 GMT (UK) »
I've just tested my A5 and can sweep my wrist quite adequately. It's not like drawing at an easel with charcoal, etc. where one uses the whole arm.

I've produced, exhibited and sold many art works with both an A6 and A5 one.

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