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Circuitree Magazine (Jan. 08 cover)

March 31, 2009

This cover design was for the Circuitree publication. The edit theme was “Stacking the Chips.” I used a combination of stock images to create the digital illustration. I used a stock image of the poker chips, along with the PCB table and used Photoshop to add in the PCB elements. Tools used: InDesign, Photoshop

Circuitree Magazine (Feb. 05 cover)

March 31, 2009

This cover design was for the Circuitree publication. The edit theme was “Direct Writing.” I used a combination of stock images to create the digital illustration. The process is to print PCB boards directly onto paper, using inkjet printers. This is one of my favorite pieces and I really liked how the cast shadow effect [...]

Digital Art Manipulations by Digital Artist Michael O

March 27, 2009

Another great one I found on Digg.com. Great photoshop images by digital Artist Michael O. I can only imagine how long these took to create. Awesome. (Artwork by Michael O) Check it out >

50 Beautiful Long Exposure Photos

March 27, 2009

I found this while on Digg.com. These images are just simply stunning. Click on the link and enjoy. Amazing what you can do with slow shutter speed. (image author: aluminumstudios) Check it out >

Circuitree Magazine (Oct. 04 cover)

March 19, 2009

This cover design was for the Circuitree publication. The edit theme was “Shooting for the Stars.” I used photographer Frank Bevans on this project. Frank is the actual alien. I added in the laser beam on the gun for added effect for the digital illustration. I also used a sci-fi look for the type treatment [...]

Circuitree Magazine (Nov. 08 cover)

March 19, 2009

This cover design was for the Circuitree publication. The edit theme was “Changing the Game.” I used a stock image of a spaceship and I drew the space invader images and combined them for the digital illustration. I wanted a totally retro look and I think it worked really well. Tools used: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator

Circuitree Magazine (May 08 cover)

March 19, 2009

This cover design was for the Circuitree publication. The edit theme was “Upgrade Your Network.” I used a couple stock images of a network server, server diagram and combined them for the digital illustration. Tools used: InDesign, Photoshop

Circuitree Magazine (May 07 cover)

March 19, 2009

This cover design was for the Circuitree publication. The edit theme was “A Closer Look.” I used a couple stock images of a magnifying glass, PCB board and combined them for the digital illustration. Tools used: InDesign, Photoshop

Circuitree Magazine (March 05 cover)

March 19, 2009

This cover design was for the Circuitree publication. The edit theme was “Come Out Swinging.” I used photographer Frank Bevans for the cover image. Great shot, but it needed a little more cosmetic work, so I added the black eye effects in photoshop. Tools used: InDesign, Photoshop

Circuitree Magazine (June 08 cover)

March 19, 2009

This cover design was for the Circuitree publication. The edit theme was “Being Green.” I used stock art of cool tree frog and used PCB elements on the branch. Influence was easy for this, thank you Kermit. Tools used: InDesign, Photoshop