Lobo LXII Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 I have used GIMP for several years,Bit it don't seem to like Razbam's paint kits.So I have decided to take the plunge and get Photoshop. Holy Crap!:wacko: They're are a lot options to choose from! All I want to do is Goof around with some skins. :helpsmilie: Which package would be my best bet? [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joey45 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 (edited) I use the normal CS6 Extended. If you do the CC (Creative Cloud) then you have a month free trial. Edited September 26, 2018 by joey45 The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance. "Me, the 13th Duke of Wybourne, here on the ED forums at 3 'o' clock in the morning, with my reputation. Are they mad.." https://ko-fi.com/joey45 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AeriaGloria Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 I use CC, it’s great if the subscription model works for you Black Shark Den Squadron Member: We are open to new recruits, click here to check us out or apply to join! https://blacksharkden.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boberro Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 I would recommend offline version CS6. CC is very good too if you accept such policy (subscription). For task you want to do, even very old Photoshop will be really comfortable. Reminder: Fighter pilots make movies. Bomber pilots make... HISTORY! :D | Also to be remembered: FRENCH TANKS HAVE ONE GEAR FORWARD AND FIVE BACKWARD :D ಠ_ಠ ツ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faelwolf Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 I use CS3, and have never had an issue. I am under the impression that ED uses Photoshop in-house, and their kits are set up for it, but they don't need/use the advanced features. You may save some money by poking around on Amazon or E-Bay for an older version. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobo LXII Posted September 26, 2018 Author Share Posted September 26, 2018 Thanks for the reply's! I've down loaded the free trial version of CC and already like it better than Gimp. I will defiantly be looking into CS6.I would much rather buy it than buy a subscription Or CS3:) [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joey45 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 I think ED and 3rd parties are starting to use programs like Substance painter or Quixel SUITE to make their templates. The GiMP devs need to update their software to be more compatible with PBR native software. The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance. "Me, the 13th Duke of Wybourne, here on the ED forums at 3 'o' clock in the morning, with my reputation. Are they mad.." https://ko-fi.com/joey45 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobo LXII Posted September 26, 2018 Author Share Posted September 26, 2018 Can anyone tell me about Quixel SUITE 2 ? It looks good and the price is right. The Last software I purchased for skinning was Paint shop Pro 6!(yes I'm old as dirt!:megalol:) [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joey45 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 You can't use them for making stuff like liveries in DCS. Both are a 3d painter tool were you import a model either in FBX or OBJ format to add textures. Quixel plugs into Photoshop. Not sure about SP. I use Quixel for my 3d models. The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance. "Me, the 13th Duke of Wybourne, here on the ED forums at 3 'o' clock in the morning, with my reputation. Are they mad.." https://ko-fi.com/joey45 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobo LXII Posted September 26, 2018 Author Share Posted September 26, 2018 well.....poo [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golani79 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 (edited) Substance Painter is standalone - so it runs on its own and isn't a plugin. Haven't used Quixel 2 that much because it constantly crashes on me. Also Substance Painter can be combined with Substance Designer. So if you also wanna paint 3d meshes these tools are certainly worth a look. For creating liveries you should be fine with Photoshop. You'd just need to look up on the new PBR channels also used in DCS now. I think there should be a guide somewhere in the forums. Edited September 26, 2018 by golani79 >> DCS liveries by golani79 << Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
==Wiggy== Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 I use Photoshop CC. Cheers, Rick CSEL\CMEL\IFR Certified Airplane Nut Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joey45 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 I have no crashes [maybe 1 or 2] with Quixel 2 and I been using it for a few years. The guide is here >> https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=193596 << Standard Photoshop will do just fine. The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance. "Me, the 13th Duke of Wybourne, here on the ED forums at 3 'o' clock in the morning, with my reputation. Are they mad.." https://ko-fi.com/joey45 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobo LXII Posted September 27, 2018 Author Share Posted September 27, 2018 Oh well,looks like I'm going to end up with a subscription. Not the end of the world,just seems a little steep:glare: But I think I'll live:P [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AeriaGloria Posted September 27, 2018 Share Posted September 27, 2018 And just to prevent any mistakes I think we’re all talking about CC Classic when we say CC. I don’t know why they didn’t just give the mobile app photoshop a different name when separating the two. Black Shark Den Squadron Member: We are open to new recruits, click here to check us out or apply to join! https://blacksharkden.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golani79 Posted September 27, 2018 Share Posted September 27, 2018 I have no crashes [maybe 1 or 2] with Quixel 2 and I been using it for a few years. The guide is here >> https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=193596 << Standard Photoshop will do just fine.Strange as I am also using the same version of Photoshop. Maybe I should give it another try. >> DCS liveries by golani79 << Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlacleyCole Posted September 28, 2018 Share Posted September 28, 2018 Best case for this is subscribe to a month to month subscription pay when you need it don’t when you don’t BlackeyCole 20years usaf XP-11. Dcs 2.5OB Acer predator laptop/ i7 7720, 2.4ghz, 32 gb ddr4 ram, 500gb ssd,1tb hdd,nvidia 1080 8gb vram New FlightSim Blog at https://blackeysblog.wordpress.com. Go visit it and leave me feedback and or comments so I can make it better. A new post every Friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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