[How-to]Cool loading screens

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[Kolath]

Hey, I am in the process of adding loading screens to my maps and I was wondering if anyone had suggestions for how to photoshop the images so they look more like the relic loading screens?  I tried adding grain and noise, but it isn't the same.

[Unkn0wn]

Make the edges black/blurry and make the loading screen look greyish/dark overall.

Just open some relic ones for reference.

[Kolath]

Are there any filters or tricks that work particularly well? I am only familiar with PS basics.  Also, does this mean you are back from your trip to Canada, Ukn0wn?

[Compact Flash]

Oooo Canada, very nice...

[Kolath]

Figured it out!  The trick is to add a white layer on top of the image, cover it in random grunge or industrial type brush stamps (I used ones from this site)and then turn down the opacity.  Then I added a clear layer and put some of the same brush stamps at about 20% opacity and flow.  Here is the result:



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[Kolath]

Now that I've figured out how to do it, if anyone wants help making a cool loading screen for their custom map, just post in this thread with the screenshot you want to use for the screen.

[Unkn0wn]

Nope, still in Canada, just checkin' the forums everynow and then...

I'll be back on Friday and take care of some stuff then.

[Thtb]

Feel free to take any in my screenshot section... might wanna remove the HUD iof you do.

[Warbirds2]

This picture would be nice as a loading screen.  Work your magic, Kolath. 

http://rapidshare.com/files/56876264/Rural_Escapades_v2.tga.html

[Kolath]

Done.  http://rapidshare.com/files/56889893/Rural_Escapades_v2.tga.html

[Warbirds2]

Thanks, Kolath.  I like it a lot.  Now if only I could figure out why my map won't hate me...