06.01.2011, 07:24
I would suggest trying GIMP as it is free, and easy enough to use once you get the hang of it. If you do get it, I also suggest that you get version 2.2.17.
I did my first skin using Paint :roll: , but wanted better looking skins too, so I started looking in the forums (mostly Ubi forums back then) and found out how the skinners did their magic - and it all seemed very daunting to me, but I stuck with it. As Jinxx said, Simmerspaintshop is a great place to start. Read through the tutorials, there's a wealth of information in them. Also, I would suggest downloading and studying a template or two, you will see how all the layers make up the finished skin, and it will help you to understand how skinning works. It's best to begin skinning on an existing template, unless you're willing to go full steam ahead and make your own, just be ready for hours and hours and hours..... of work.
No matter what your choice, you will find many experienced skinners here who can help you with any questions you may have. Good luck with your skinning projects and don't be afraid to show us some screenshots of your work. :wink:
I did my first skin using Paint :roll: , but wanted better looking skins too, so I started looking in the forums (mostly Ubi forums back then) and found out how the skinners did their magic - and it all seemed very daunting to me, but I stuck with it. As Jinxx said, Simmerspaintshop is a great place to start. Read through the tutorials, there's a wealth of information in them. Also, I would suggest downloading and studying a template or two, you will see how all the layers make up the finished skin, and it will help you to understand how skinning works. It's best to begin skinning on an existing template, unless you're willing to go full steam ahead and make your own, just be ready for hours and hours and hours..... of work.
No matter what your choice, you will find many experienced skinners here who can help you with any questions you may have. Good luck with your skinning projects and don't be afraid to show us some screenshots of your work. :wink: