SCO0117 - Pixelmator - Image editing for the rest of us!
UPDATE - Since this show was produced, Pixelmator has had several upgrades and a new show is available. If you’re new to Pixelmator, I’d strongly suggest watching this show first to get a good understanding of the basics, then take a look at SCO0168 to see some of the newer, more advanced features.
As well as being a fully featured, layer based image editor in its own right, it also fully supports the editing and saving of PhotoShop files, removing the financial barrier many of us have in achieving PhotoShop compatibility.
The show covers many of the functions available in Pixelmator including:
- Pixelmator User Interface
- Using Pixelmator Tools
- Using Layers in Pixelmator
- Using a Clipping Mask
- Applying Filters to Layers
- Using a Layer Mask
- Using Filters and Effects in Pixelmator.
The beauty of the application is that you don't have to be a graphics pro to access some very advanced features and at only $59, Pixelmator is ideal for anyone on a budget.
You can order Pixelmator for download from the Pixelmator website
Downloading and Viewing the Show
The easiest way to download this weeks show and receive all future shows is to subscribe to the weekly show in iTunes. Just click this link to subscribe to the free feed in iTunes. To get the HD versions each week plus the Members Only shows plus immediate access to the 140+ shows in the ScreenCastsOnline archive, read all about becoming a member here.
As a special treat, and to celebrate the launch of Pixelmator, I've included links to all three resolutions of the show on this page as well. Just click on the icons below to start the show streaming to your browser, or right or ctrl click the icons to download to your computer for local playback:
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Free Resolution (22MB) | This is the usual resolution for all free shows. |
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Enhanced Definition (32MB) | Normally reserved for Extra! members and is great for viewing on the desktop. All shows (and the shows in the ScreenCastsOnline archive are available in this resolution for members). |
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High Definition (62MB) | Again, usually reserved for Extra! members, this resolution is superb for viewing on your Mac desktop or on your Apple TV. All shows (and the shows in the ScreenCastsOnline archive are available in this resolution for members). |
Discussing the Show
Along with the show, there's a very active ScreenCastsOnline forum which you're more than welcome to take part in. As well as threads and sections on all things Mac, you'll also find a separate thread for each published show allowing forum members to comment on that specific show, add extra hints and tips or to put me straight if I've made a mistake! You can find the discussion thread for the Pixelmator show here.
