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Description
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NOTE: This file is a PSD (Photoshop) file, XCF (GIMP) file, and a ReadMe file pack in a Zip Folder! You must download this using the download button!
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I know how frustrating it can be for new new gif animators to try to work with transparent borders so I decided to make a template for those who didn't know how to deal with them!

Why is this template different?
There are tons of templates scattered around DeviantArt, but I could never find one that did this. This stamp template is unique in the fact that the borders will always be transparent. Many new GIF artists have trouble making animated stamps because of the jagged transparent border. I have designed this so that no matter the size or placement of the stamp contents, you will never need to worry about it messing up the edge of the stamp. I use this on all the stamps I make, so I know its fool proof

How does it work?
The file has 3 layers.

The "Stamp" Folder
The "Stamp Border (Don't Edit)" Layer
The "Basic Background" Layer.

The "Stamp" folder has a thing called a Layer Mask. The layer mask makes it so that everything inside the the folder will conform perfectly to the edges of the stamp. This way you can move images around and use effects without having to worry about messing up your border or needing to trim your image. This techniques is very easy to do, but I find many new artists don't know it even exists.

So, how do I use it?
It's very simple! Just make sure that all your layers are inside the "Stamp" folder and your good as gold Be sure to "Save As" when working on a new stamp or you'll overwrite template.

But I'm using GIMP. How can I use this?
By request I have included an XCF version of this for all you GIMP users. To use this, the alpha lock must be on! If you are unsure of how to do this, just make sure the box that looks like THIS has a check mark in it

Important: Don't edit the layer mask on the folder or the "Stamp border" layer. It's set perfectly the way it is now so there is no good in toying with it.
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Feel free to use this on any stamps you want! There is no need to credit me, but I would greatly appreciate it if you would link this in your stamps description. It only takes a few seconds and it will allow more people to see it!

Comments are always welcome, so feel free to throw a few words down below!

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Tutorial © Aron Maguire 2010

Description
---------------------------------------------------------
NOTE: This file is a PSD (Photoshop) file, XCF (GIMP) file, and a ReadMe file pack in a Zip Folder! You must download this using the download button!
---------------------------------------------------------

I know how frustrating it can be for new new gif animators to try to work with transparent borders so I decided to make a template for those who didn't know how to deal with them!

Why is this template different?
There are tons of templates scattered around DeviantArt, but I could never find one that did this. This stamp template is unique in the fact that the borders will always be transparent. Many new GIF artists have trouble making animated stamps because of the jagged transparent border. I have designed this so that no matter the size or placement of the stamp contents, you will never need to worry about it messing up the edge of the stamp. I use this on all the stamps I make, so I know its fool proof

How does it work?
The file has 3 layers.

The "Stamp" Folder
The "Stamp Border (Don't Edit)" Layer
The "Basic Background" Layer.

The "Stamp" folder has a thing called a Layer Mask. The layer mask makes it so that everything inside the the folder will conform perfectly to the edges of the stamp. This way you can move images around and use effects without having to worry about messing up your border or needing to trim your image. This techniques is very easy to do, but I find many new artists don't know it even exists.

So, how do I use it?
It's very simple! Just make sure that all your layers are inside the "Stamp" folder and your good as gold Be sure to "Save As" when working on a new stamp or you'll overwrite template.

But I'm using GIMP. How can I use this?
By request I have included an XCF version of this for all you GIMP users. To use this, the alpha lock must be on! If you are unsure of how to do this, just make sure the box that looks like THIS has a check mark in it

Important: Don't edit the layer mask on the folder or the "Stamp border" layer. It's set perfectly the way it is now so there is no good in toying with it.
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Feel free to use this on any stamps you want! There is no need to credit me, but I would greatly appreciate it if you would link this in your stamps description. It only takes a few seconds and it will allow more people to see it!

Comments are always welcome, so feel free to throw a few words down below!

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Tutorial © Aron Maguire 2010