As today’s technology expands, more and more recourses
become available to photographers, graphics designers, and many others in
similar fields. One interesting piece of new technology is the graphics tablet.
This is suddenly becoming very popular among photographers as a tool for
editing images, however it was originally designed for graphic designers. One
particular model of graphics tablet that seems to be attracting a lot of
attention is Wacom’s ‘Bamboo’ line. These can be purchased at most electronic
stores, as well as online for as little as around $100; the more advanced
models reaching the $300-$400 mark.
So why have these tablets become so popular amongst
photographers as well as the other creative industries that it was originally
designed for?
That seems pretty obvious. Simply plug the tablet into your
computer or laptop, and use the stylus to essentially draw on your images in
whatever program you may use. This tool allows you to be more precise, and to
edit faster than you could dream of doing with a mouse.
Here is an example of what may be much more easily achieved,
using a tablet and stylus;
The options for how the stylus works with the tablet are
also fully customisable, allowing the user to personalise the way they use it
to what suits them best.
As with any new technology, there are cons to go along with
the amazing pros included. Searching through various blogs, vlogs, webpages,
and etc, the only con I have found is the learning curve. This differs from
person to person; some say it doesn’t take long, some saying they found it very
difficult to perfect after using a mouse for so long.
Overall the reviews, forums, vlogs and blogs say predominantly
excellent things about working with tablets, recommending everyone to try it,
and ensuring post production will improve
I will certainly be investing in one and trying it out for
myself!
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