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A computer font (or fount) is an electronic data file containing a set of glyphs, characters, or symbols such as dingbats. Although the term font first referred to a set of metal type sorts in one style and size, since the 1990s most fonts are digital, used on computers. There are three basic kinds of computer font file data formats: Bitmap fonts consist of a series of dots or pixels representing the image of each glyph in each face and size. Outline fonts (also cal… More >>
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The premiere title in the Game Development Essentials series explores the art of bringing a game designer’s concepts to life. A strong foundation in game artistry is the essential first step, and leading game art designer Todd Gantzler takes readers behind the scenes to show them how to create the entire visual world – from characters to environments – that a game player encounters on the computer screen. Hands-on tutorial instruction suitable for beginning-t… More >>
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For people who are more interested in pursuing a career in the field of creative arts, and can’t see themselves pushing paper all day, an Illustration School would be a great alternative to the regular run of the mill degree. If you are more into freehand illustration and enjoy creating your own sketches with a pencil and paper, then Illustration School is where you belong to. These programs offer specialized training which is specifically designed to prepare you in the designated field you would like to pursue. Whether your career goal is to be an artist who draws cartoon characters for the newspaper, or if you are more interested in being an illustrator for children’s books – all of these are wonderful possibilities with this fun and innovative career.
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