The ideas, methods, and materials for graphic design sketching.
The finished versions of these designs can be seen in the Uncharted Waters collection.
T-Shirt Design Workshop 4 [for ADOBE]
How to create t-shirt graphics from your snapshots.
1 - Introduction
Coming soon: Learn techniques in Adobe, Corel, Affinity, and Procreate (iPad).
2 - Image Size (Photoshop)
4000 x 4000 pixels is a good resolution for most t-shirt graphics.
Scaling your image resolution for t-shirt graphics.
Go here: https://raydombroski.com/blog/t-shirt-design-workshop-4 to see T-Shirt Design Workshop 4
3 - Paths (Photoshop)
Drawing vector paths in Photoshop to isolate the subject from the background.
Drawing vector paths to isolate the subject from the background. Go here: https://raydombroski.com/blog/t-shirt-design-workshop-4 to see T-Shirt Design Workshop 4
4 - Threshold (Photoshop)
Apply a “Threshold” to your image in Photoshop to turn it to 100% black and 100% white (no grayscale).
Go here: https://raydombroski.com/blog/t-shirt-design-workshop-4 to see all the videos in this workshop.
T-Shirt Design Workshop 4 is a "growing workshop" with new videos posted weekly.
Video #4: Applying a "Threshold" adjustment to the image.
5 - Initial Refinement (Photoshop)
Use a hard round brush and the Polygonal Lasso Tool to quickly clean up your image.
Go here: https://raydombroski.com/blog/t-shirt-design-workshop-4 to see all the videos in this workshop.
T-Shirt Design Workshop 4 is a "growing workshop" with new videos posted weekly.
Video #5: Initial refinement to clean up the image.
6 - Pen Tool (Photoshop)
Use the Pen Tool to further refine your design.
Use the pen tool to refine your design in Photoshop. Go here: https://raydombroski.com/blog/t-shirt-design-workshop-4 to see all the videos in this workshop.
T-Shirt Design Workshop 4 will show you how to make photo-based t-shirt graphics.
Q - Where can I see the Affinity or Corel version of this workshop?
A - Go here to see the Affinity version. Or go here to see the Corel version.
Uncharted Waters
A GROWING collection of nautical themed graphic & logo templates + 15 fonts.
These designs can be used for your:
T-shirt graphics, patches, embroideries, bandanas, hats & stickers.
Packaging and labels.
Physical store signage and web graphics.
Includes:
Immediate Delivery of 9 "UNCHARTED WATERS" Graphic & Logo Templates
Future Delivery of 16 new "UNCHARTED WATERS" designs sent to your inbox by July 15, 2020 (a free update)
A Commercial License, which means that you can print the designs onto items for sale, such as t-shirts.
15 Free & Open Source Google Fonts that you can use for any commercial or personal project.
PDF Quick Start Guides and video tutorials
T-Shirt Design Workshop 4 [for COREL]
How to create t-shirt graphics from your snapshots.
1 - Introduction
Coming soon: Learn techniques in Adobe, Corel, Affinity, and Procreate (iPad).
2 - Image Size (CorelDraw)
4000 x 4000 pixels is a good resolution for most t-shirt graphics.
Go here: https://raydombroski.com/blog/t-shirt-design-workshop-4-corel to see all the videos in this workshop.
T-Shirt Design Workshop 4 is a "growing workshop" with new videos posted weekly.
Video #2: Scaling your image resolution for t-shirt graphics.
3 - Vector Curves (CorelDraw)
Drawing vector curves in CorelDraw to isolate the subject from the background.
Go here: https://raydombroski.com/blog/t-shirt-design-workshop-4-corel to see all the videos in this workshop.
T-Shirt Design Workshop 4 is a "growing workshop" with new videos posted weekly.
Video #3: Drawing vector paths to isolate the subject from the background.
4 - Threshold (CorelDraw)
Apply a “Threshold” to your image in CorelDraw to turn it to 100% black and 100% white (no grayscale).
Go here: https://raydombroski.com/blog/t-shirt-design-workshop-4-corel to see all the videos in this workshop.
T-Shirt Design Workshop 4 is a "growing workshop" with new videos posted weekly.
Video #4: Applying a "Threshold" adjustment to the image.
5 - Initial Refinement (CorelDraw)
Use the pen tool to draw vector shapes and refine your design in CorelDraw.
Use the pen tool to draw vector shapes and refine your design in CorelDraw. Go here: https://raydombroski.com/blog/t-shirt-design-workshop-4-corel to see the COREL DRAW version of this workshop.
Go here: https://raydombroski.com/blog/t-shirt-design-workshop-4 to see the ADOBE version of this workshop.
Q - I use Adobe or Affinity software. Where can I see the Adobe or Affinity version of this workshop?
A - Go here to see the Adobe Version or Go here to see the Affinity version.
T-Shirt Design Workshop 4 [for AFFINITY]
How to create t-shirt graphics from your snapshots.
1 - Introduction
Coming soon: Learn techniques in Adobe, Corel, Affinity, and Procreate (iPad).
2 - Curves (Affinity Designer)
Drawing vector curves in Affinity Designer to isolate the subject from the background.
Go here: https://raydombroski.com/blog/t-shirt-design-workshop-4 to see all the videos in this workshop.
T-Shirt Design Workshop 4 is a "growing workshop" with new videos posted weekly.
Video #5: Drawing vector curves in Affinity Designer to isolate the subject from the background.
3 - Threshold (Affinity Designer)
Apply a “Threshold” to your image in Affinity Designer to turn it to 100% black and 100% white (no grayscale).
Go here: raydombroski.com/blog/t-shirt-design-workshop-4 to see all the videos in this workshop.
T-Shirt Design Workshop 4 is a "growing workshop" with new videos posted weekly.
Video #6: Applying a "Threshold" adjustment to the image in Affinity Designer.
4 - Initial Refinement (Affinity Designer)
Use the pen tool to draw vector shapes and refine your design.
Go here: raydombroski.com/blog/t-shirt-design-workshop-4-affinity to see the AFFINITY VERSION of this workshop.
Go here: raydombroski.com/blog/t-shirt-design-workshop-4 to see the ADOBE VERSION of this workshop.
Video #4: Initial refinement to clean up the image.
Q - I use Adobe software. Where can I see the Adobe videos in this workshop?
A - Go here to see the Adobe version.
Q - Where can I see the Corel videos in this workshop?
NatureTones Brushes for Photoshop
35 Pressure Sensitive Texture Brushes for Photoshop: https://thevectorlab.com/products/naturetones-brushes-for-photoshop
35 Pressure Sensitive Texture Brushes for Photoshop
Paint Nature-Inspired Patterns, such as "Coral," "Gator Skin," "Pebbles, and "Leafy."
Also available: NatureTones Brushes for Procreate App (iPad)
Freedom 76 - USA Designs
A collection of 32 USA themed graphic & logo templates + 12 fonts.
These designs can be used for your:
4th of July and Patriotic t-shirt graphics, patches, embroideries, bandanas, hats & stickers.
"Made in the USA" packaging and labels.
Physical store signage and web graphics.
Tutorial: Make Vector Graphics from a Pencil Sketch
How to turn a rough sketch into vector art using a pencil, Procreate App for iPad, and Adobe Illustrator. For more t-shirt design tutorials have a look here: https://raydombroski.com/thevectorlab-blog
How to turn a rough sketch into vector art using a pencil, Procreate App for iPad, and Adobe Illustrator.
How to Make Ornamental Vector Frames in Illustrator CC
You can make ornamental borders and frames in Adobe Illustrator CC.
Looking for pre-made borders like these? You can find “Flex Frames” included with T-Shirt Design Master Collection 2 and The Big 6 Bundle.
Tee Talk #6
How you can design and print better t-shirt graphics. Get The Big 6 Bundle: https://thevectorlab.com/collections/big-t-shirt-design-bundles
How you can design and print better t-shirt graphics.
Sketching for Design
A discussion about the thumbnail sketching process to create graphic designs. Get Graphic & Logo Bundle Vol. 3: https://thevectorlab.com/collections/graphic-logo-bundle-vol-3
These sketches are being used to create the designs in the May Delivery of Graphic & Logo Bundle Vol. 3.
Order today for the best price and get the upcoming May Delivery of designs for free.
Using T-Shirt Mockup Templates in Photoshop
How to use version 5.0 (2018) T-Shirt & Apparel Mockup Templates: https://thevectorlab.com/products/t-shirt-templates-01
These mockup templates are also part of T-Shirt Design Master Collection 1: https://thevectorlab.com/products/t-shirt-designers-bundle
Tutorial for using Men’s T-Shirt Mockup Templates in Photoshop. Go here to find more t-shirt mockup tutorials and instructions.
Vector Color Separation in Adobe Illustrator
Using the Merge function in the Pathfinder window to separate colors in a vector t-shirt graphic. Making colorway options is also covered.
Using the Merge function in the Pathfinder window to separate colors in a vector t-shirt graphic.
Making colorway options is also covered.
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Includes: a Bundle of 40 FREE t-shirt graphic design resources
And get a T-Shirt Design Tutorial every week
How to Fix Unzipping Errors on iPad
Unzipping files in iOs 13 often will result in error messages. The solution is to completely power down your iPad, then restart it. You may need to perform this multiple times if you are unzipping more than one file.
Unzipping files in iOs 13 on the iPad may result in error messages.
The solution is to completely power down your iPad, then restart it.
You may need to perform this multiple times if you are unzipping more than one file.
ThrashTones Brushes for Procreate 5
Get ThrashTones Brushes: https://thevectorlab.com/products/thrashtones-for-procreate-ipad
Nature Tones Texture Brushes for Procreate
35 Pressure Sensitive Texture Brushes for Procreate & iPad: https://thevectorlab.com/products/naturetones-for-procreate-ipad
35 Pressure Sensitive Texture Brushes for Procreate (iPad).
Paint Nature-Inspired Patterns, such as "Coral," "Gator Skin," "Pebbles, and "Leafy."
The Best Graphic Design Software for T-Shirts?
Illustrator vs. Photoshop vs. Affinity vs. Corel vs. Procreate (April 2020)
The Road Trip Collection
The April Delivery for Graphic & Logo Bundle Vol. 3 has just been released!
This new delivery is a set of outdoors-themed designs called “ROAD TRIP.”
Graphic & Logo Bundle Vol. 3
Top 6 New Graphic Design Tutorials
A collection of 6 recent graphic design tutorials for Adobe, Corel, Affinity, and Procreate. If you missed any, have a look:
Summit & Sea Designs
The March 2020 Delivery of 25 new designs for Graphic & Logo Bundle Vol. 3 is called “Summit & Sea.”
Beginners can easily change the type and colors.
Experienced designers can use these designs as a time-saving starting point to make completely new designs.
