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    Default Greetings

    Hello everyone,

    I'm a newcomer to the Guild and am really here because I sense that I will need help with map-making in general. I am a fantasy author (as a hobby, not as a profession) and I make my own maps for my novels. I've had trouble in the past finding good software that will provide a nice finished product and not cost an arm and a leg (or other vital organs). It's my hope that this group will help me learn more.

    I have a MacBook Air and OSX.

    Cheers,

    Pete

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    Guild Artisan madcowchef's Avatar
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    Welcome to the guild! Help is something we can certainly provide. In addition to the tutorials posting a map and getting feedback is a wonderful way to improve your skills rapidly.

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    Hi Pete, welcome!

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    Guild Member priggs's Avatar
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    Hi Pete

    I'm not sure what your price range is, but I'm on Mac and here is a list of my mapping software:

    Cartographica (MacGIS.com) A bit pricey, but a lot less than ArcMap.
    Ortelius (MapDiva.com) Like Adobe Illlustrator, but focused on map design.
    NaturalSceneDesigner (naturalgfx.com) Really cool scene renderings.
    Sketchbook Pro (sketchbook.com) If you want to do digital drawing with a Wacom tablet.

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