#HEXELS EFFECTS SERIES#
It is the third in the Neonsky series where we try to make some use of Amiga features instead of just doing c2p effects in 8 FPS.
#HEXELS EFFECTS TRIAL#
Create your own designs and illustrations using the Hexels 14 day free trial today.Maybe I should write a few lines about this prod. With clever use of grids and effects, Hexels’ distinctive style means artwork can really stand out from the crowd. Hexels’ vector based documents allow for exporting at multiple resolutions, making designs scalable for any need. Finally, the Marquee Selection tool (S) was used to re-arrange the text elements and a chilli pepper silhouette was created for the Scoville heat rating. The image is instantly converted to a Pixel Layer and can be resized with the Transform tool (T). Hexels allows external graphics to be dragged and dropped onto the canvas. Once the text was complete, it was cut and pasted into 3 layers then resized and positioned with the Transform tool (T).Ī simple backdrop was drawn using the Line tool (L) on the standard Trixels grid (alt+1) to help the title pop.Īdditional text was created in Photoshop and saved as a transparent. With the exception of the letter ‘G’, lettering was created at the same scale. The main title text was created on a new vector layer using the Shards grid (alt+5). Elements were arranged using the Transform tool (T). An orange radial gradient was applied behind the characters to distinguish the avocado core from the yellow background and add warmth to the image. With the poster area defined, additional gradient layers were applied using the same technique as before. This allows for composition and management of elements. The Frame Tool (F) was used with a standard poster ratio of 27:41.
I lowered the layer’s opacity using the Opacity slider at the bottom of the Layers tab. Using the Gradient tool (G) and selecting Foreground to Transparent from the gradient controls (top center), I dragged out the gradient and released the mouse once I was happy with the position. Pressing the Delete key (on keyboard) left the selection empty ready for the next step. Using the Magic Wand tool (S), I selected the first cactus and held down the Shift key to add additional selections. I drew elongated cactus silhouettes on a new vector layer using the Ramp Right grid (alt+2). The next step was to create cactus shadows. Additional post effects can be found with the + icon (circled) to spice up your art. Adjustable sliders allow for real-time control of the effect. This adds Blob to the post effects stack. To improve the look of the sauce, I navigated to Effect > Add Layer Effect > Distort > Blob. On a new vector layer, I drew an S curve using the Shards sub-grid. An A-maize-ing EffectĬreating gloopy hot sauce couldn’t be simpler. Garnishing with OutlinesĪfter adding some trixel texture to the Burrito filling, the Outline tool (O) was used to create salad elements, extend the avocado peel around the edge and add ankle width to the Burrito babe character.Ĭonsider the versatility of the Outline tool when the shard grid doesn’t accommodate your trixel requirements. To make shapes and angles more defined, I added highlights and shadows to the characters by adjusting the Value slider (circled) in the Color tab. Shards combines all trixel grids into one fine grid. I refined the sketch further using the Shards sub-grid (alt+5). In this case, the lower legs are one trixel wide while the ankles have no trixel width. Try to keep the level of detail low and simple. With an isometric view in mind, I roughly sketched the Guacboy and Burrito babe characters on a new vector layer using the standard trixel grid (alt+1). The poster will have a Mexican flair, so I’m changing the background color to a bold yellow (hex: e4f75f).
I enlarged the canvas to 100×100 Hexels in the Canvas tab (top right) to allow room for moving elements around later. I’m going to start with the Trixels template, which uses a crisp vector based triangular grid. The image would include bold use of color, an unusual perspective, as well as original and imported text elements.
#HEXELS EFFECTS MOVIE#
My intentions for this design were to create a Mexican food themed, action romance poster for a fake movie entitled “Guacboy and the Habanero Desert“. Using various grids and vector based tools, graphic designers and illustrators can build up striking art for nearly any design project. One of the many opportunities of creating art using Hexels is the ability to design eye-catching posters, book covers and art for branding purposes.
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