Yearly Archives: 2008

Using Image Size in Adobe Photoshop CS3

Posted on October 23, 2008 by sharphue

Images often need to be resized, and the Transform option may seem like the best tool for this. However, images can easily be ruined due to stretching. The Transform option isn’t the best option when working with images because it … Continue reading →

Using Live Trace in Adobe Illustrator CS3

Posted on October 21, 2008 by sharphue

Adobe Illustrator CS3 includes a tool called “Live Trace” that turns pixels into a vector. A vector can be scaled up or down and it will not lose its quality, so this is a better choice for designs that may … Continue reading →

Using the Blend Tool in Adobe Illustrator CS3

Posted on October 13, 2008 by sharphue

Adobe Illustrator CS3’s Blend tool creates a sequence of shapes or colors that results in entirely new design effects. With it, you can make three-dimensional effects, interesting abstract backgrounds, or well-controlled gradients. To try it out, begin by making two … Continue reading →

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Using the Rotate tool in Adobe Illustrator CS3

Posted on October 6, 2008 by sharphue

The Adobe Illustrator CS3 tool called Rotate can be used to make the popular sunburst effect. The Rotate tool mathematically spaces and rotates the shape so there is no guesswork. The Rotate tool is located in the Adobe Tool box … Continue reading →

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Using Replace Color in Adobe Photoshop CS3

Posted on September 16, 2008 by sharphue

You’ve chosen the perfect image for your project, but the color palette doesn’t fit your needs. What can you do? The Replace Color option is your solution. This tool allows you to change a specific color within an image quickly … Continue reading →

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Using Actions in Adobe Photoshop CS3

Posted on September 11, 2008 by sharphue

There is a user friendly tool in Adobe Photoshop called Actions that can be found in the window drop down menu. The default list in the Action palette ranges from Sepia Toning to Save as a Photoshop PDF. Using Actions … Continue reading →

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The Sharp Hue Toolbox

Posted on September 3, 2008 by sharphue

At Sharp Hue, Inc., we’re cutting edge and committed to excellence. One reflection of that commitment is the tools we use. We’ve worked to refine our toolbox to contain the most powerful and efficient tools. The resulting efficiencies are what … Continue reading →

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Corporate Identity, Logos, and You

Posted on August 20, 2008 by sharphue

When you look at a wall of business cards like this, it’s obvious that very few of them will stand out and catch a viewer’s attention. When you hand your card out at networking meetings, conferences, and sales calls, and … Continue reading →

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Web Site Content Tips from Wikipedia

Posted on August 6, 2008 by sharphue

On the web, content is king. Excellent, dynamic content lures the search engines to visit your site more frequently, turns your casual visitors into regular readers, and gives your web site authority that can improve your rankings. What kind of … Continue reading →

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Three Keys to Getting Results with E-mail Marketing

Posted on July 23, 2008 by sharphue

E-mail is now the number one means of communication for business in the United States: last year, according to Forrester Research, e-mail messages outnumbered all other forms of business communication combined. No wonder. E-mail is the fastest and most economical … Continue reading →

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