Hello from Japan!

[rebeaty]

Well, I started a VTT Pathfinder game a couple of months ago. The website has some free maps but they're not quite the quality I would like for creating atmosphere. Doing a quick Google search led me here and, I must say, I am incredibly impressed with the level of skill I have seen in the community. Having zero experience with map-creation myself, I was all too pleased to see so many talented posters on this site and had to join myself.

Looking forward to perusing through more maps.

Just a quick inquiry. Is it possible to commission artists to do a more professional rendering of maps through this site? I have very, VERY rough drawings I did in MS Paint for world creation but would love to find a way to get a much more thrilling map made. Although, I wouldn't want to start a thread if it's against forum rules and regulations.

[Korash]

Yes it is indeed possible to put up commission requests. in fact we have an entire forum just for that purpose here. I STRONGLY suggest you first read this if you want a better response to your request though. We also have a very useful Tutorial forum where you can pick up all kinds of techniques for programs other than Paint so you can make your own.

[arsheesh]

I think Korash has already responded to your inquiry so I'll simply say welcome to the Guild rebeaty!

Cheers,
-Arsheesh

[rebeaty]

Thank you for the information and the warm welcome. I downloaded GIMP and have started through some basic tutorials on this site. I'm not incredibly skilled as an artist but it's a lot of fun to give it a shot. Right now I am working on a world map, doing the mountains, trees, forests, swamps, etc. is a bit trickier than I thought but I'm going to give it a shot. Thanks once again for the links!