Woodhaven Warriors Logo

I recently came across a post on Photoshop Guru's, asking for help with a logo.  The logo was for Woodhaven Warriors.   They already have a logo, but they were struggling to increase the size to 10" for a Jacket embroidery template.

I really enjoy doing pen tool vectors, so I jumped at the chance to help.  I traced the small image, rounding off some of the finer details.  The end result was a 10" vector of the Native American Cheif.

The actual image needed to be in white so I gave it a background to make it visible for general viewing.  I can't wait to see the Jacket they make with this on the back.

So, If your in the area of Woodhaven, go and support the teams, & say Hi from Me.

Magic Wand Image

Just posting an image to show progression in the Photoshop skills.  It's a Wand from Guild Wars that was drawn as a Vector in Illustrator, but I exported it to Photoshop & added some effects.

Quite basic, but I'm trying to work through all the basic skills that I need to get proficient in.  Then hopefully one day, I can achieve the level of skill I'd like to be at.

Circuit Board Photoshop Style

I'm messing about with masking techniques at the moment but couldn't resist adding another Style to the blog.  I created a circuit board pattern in Illustrator, as I wanted to use it to mask out areas on a face, like part man / part machine type of effect.

I decided to use it on a style 1st, so here it is.

Just click on the image to go to the correct deviantArt page.

Let me know what you think & link me any uses please, so I can see what you do.

Photoshop Styles

I have been straying away from paper toys recently, as I've been spending a lot of time learning Photoshop.  I tended to work exclusively in Illustrator for the graphic side of the paper toys, as it suited my needs perfectly.

As my desire to increase my Graphic Design skills grew, I decided to turn my attention to the Ps, & see what I can learn.  After many hours checking out a lot of Tutorials, & testing what does what, I still have a long way to go to reach the level I am in Illustrator but I am ready to share some of my output.

Here are 4 Photoshop Styles that can be applied to Text, or Custom shapes if desired.  I hope you enjoy them & please download & use them if you want.  My only request is that you email me the result so I can see what you did.

Just click on any of the images & they will take you to the correct page on my DeviantArt Gallery.

Please keep checking back on my blog, as I haven't stopped making paper toys, there will be more.  There will also be some more Photoshop resources in the mix.

Genetically Altered - 4 Size Pack

Along my paper journey, I created the template Genetically Altered, which, true to it's name, has altered over time.  There have been 3 versions so far.

1. Standard 7" with an egg shaped head
2. Mutant 14" with an egg shaped head
3. Simple 7" with a simplified head

So, I decided to tweak the template again & release this & the 3 previous versions as a pack.  This time, instead of the egg head being made into a Mutant, the simple version has been shrunk into a 3.5" Mini.

Grab all 4 now, & get customising.  The download contains the files in .ai format & unlocked .pdf's, so whether you want to customise by hand or digitally, you're covered.

I'd love to see any results, so please send me any images of finished builds, or digital templates that I can share here with everyone.

Download your own set of Genetically Altered templates Here

Genetically Altered - Anti Poaching Mascot

On an earlier post, I mentioned being involved in the GW2SA gaming community, & their efforts to promote an Anti-Poaching Initiative against Rhino's.

This toy is the Mascot, & sports a T-shirt with the Logo for this initiative on the front, & the slogan "Poach Eggs, Not Rhino's" on the back.  Using the Genetically Altered template, it turned out very cute, & just what I'd hoped, but the message behind it is extremely serious.

The community has a Facebook page & would appreciate it if you would go & Like the page.  Whether you download the toy or not, please show your support for this cause.

Download, build, & take a photo of the toy wherever you are in the world.  Then use the Contact Me tab & send me the pic to show on the community blog.  This will show international awareness of their ideas.

Thanks for reading & enjoy the Toy.

Download your own Anti-Rhino Poaching Mascot Here

Monster Truck

This is just a blank at the moment, but there will be a custom to follow.  I wanted to share now, as it will take me a little while to do the custom, and I wanted to post some content for you.

This is a Monster Truck, that has springy suspension & moving wheels.  Possible the longest build model I've done so far, but one of my favourites.

The file is in PDF format, so can just be printed & customised by hand, or if you feel up to it, it can also be opened in PS or Illustrator CS4, & digitally customised.

Download your own customisable Monster Truck Here

Coming Soon - Monster Truck Blank

I decided for this model to release the blank before starting on a Custom.  The same way I did when I 1st started out.  So keep watching, as this will be available in the next few days to download,  add your own design, & build.

Poach Eggs, Not Rhino's

I was asked recently if I'd be interested in helping with an initiative that GW2SA were starting, with regards to the poaching & killing of Rhino's in South Africa.

GW2SA are a gaming community who all play Guild Wars 2 together, & I am pleased to be a member of said alliance.

They conjured a dream of having a herd of Ghostly Rhino, strolling around the Plains of Ascalon, an area within the game, to help promote awareness of the plight of this endangered species.  Alongside a Facebook page, a Blog, and rallying ArenaNet to get on board.

A big dream indeed, but not one that should be ignored.

I gladly accepted the request of creating some Banners, & a Logo for the Initiative, & below is what I came up with.

If you would like to show support, then please go & like the Facebook page, or follow the Blog (which is empty at the moment but will fill up as we progress.)

If you would like to use the banners to also help promote this initiative, then open the images & save.  (They are in .png format, with translucent backgrounds.)

Thank you for reading & please spread the word.

Wheelman - Bass Head Edition

Hey everyone, my 1st listed model in a few months.  I want to try & keep them coming, even though I don't have as much time to dedicate to them at the moment.

This one is a custom of the Wheelman template, named Bass Head.

I think this would make an awesome design for a portable MP3 player, I may have to look into that as an option.  That would be pretty sweet to see this design in the shops.

I hope you enjoy the toy & thank you for visiting me.  I still get lots of people through this blog (I should reach 100k page hits very soon) & it's very nice to see the toys are still being downloaded :)

Download Wheelman - Bass Head Edition Here