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I was asked a while back what design magazines Xara users read.
This was directed to the United States and Canadian users, but I'd be interested in hearing from everybody.
Please list the magazine, and a web link if they have one.
If you don't read any design magazines you can state that.
I read Communication Arts Magazine.
Gary
I was asked a while back what design magazines Xara users read.
This was directed to the United States and Canadian users, but I'd be interested in hearing from everybody.
Please list the magazine, and a web link if they have one.
If you don't read any design magazines you can state that.
I read Communication Arts Magazine.
Gary
I don't read any anymore. I get all my info off the web.
AH. The joys of Broadband.!!!
Computer Arts is my main one
Computer Arts
They have a downloadable version via Zinio.
Christine
Like Gary I read Communication Arts. (Most often I just buy the different Annuals.) It's incredibly well written, and it has a super clean design that makes it a joy to pick up.
The Illustration annual is always out of this world! The Illustration one is actually the current issue (not sure if it's out yet?) Have a peek when you hit a magazine stand.
Since finding Talkgraphics why would I look elsewhere?
Like Dave I use the net.
A bit like Christine I read Computer Arts - but usually just at the stand http://www.talkgraphics.com/images/smilies/wink.gif.
I find most mags cover PS more than anything else - as I use Xara 99.99% and old Corel 7 PhotoPaint for the few jobs left over I don't see the big value in these mags - not at £5.99 an issue.
Turan
I subbed to Computer Arts for a year, but I get so pissed off at all that newfangled, fancy design and illustration - of which at least 90% is totally dysfunctional in terms of communication value - that I won't read it anymore. The Net is enough.
I don't read any graphics magazines. With regards to Xara marketing (via articles or reviews) I really think the appropriate magazines are the ones for web designers and mainstream computer ones.
Regards, Ross
I get several web/computer type magazines but never have time to read them. I get more info here.
Network Computing
application Development Trends
and several others...
Like Klaus I subscribe to Computer Arts and have the same feelings about the content also think the graphics in WebDesigner are fairlygood but most of the content is not aimed at print graphics.
Do companies like macromedia and adobe pay to have the magazines write tutorials and only discuss, review and include their products on the disc?
Greetings All,
I always read ELECTRONIC PUBLISHING (free) for the Dan Margulis articles (wonderful).
I also subscribe to the DOS 3 POWER USER'S NEWSLETTER, but ... I don't believe I've received an issue for several years now.
Regards,
tad
Tad
Is that one of those tabloid papers that are available on the street and various places?
Gary
Yes, Tad, Margulis is always a great read. I have his latest on PS/color-correction on my night-stand. One day, I'm gonna spend the Big Dough and take one of his three-day color-correction classes. Provided I survive, I will let you all know how painful it was. No pain, no gain!
SBS Digital Design
old MAD magazines
Dennis,
Some trivia.
I learned how to draw Elvis from a MAD magazine(s) dated in the early '50s. I found a couple of the drawings I had done which my mother put into a scrapbook. I think I drew them in the 2nd or 3rd grade.
Mad magazine was what first had me interested in drawing. I didn't realize it was so influential!
Regards, Ross
I have the boxed set on CD it was so influential! It was a classic! Do you remember the parody of Bonnie & Clyde, it was one of my favorites, Mort Drucker for president!
Dennis,
Can you do an electronic search for "Elvis" on your disk set?
If so, and you can find Elvis, could you do a some screen captures? I be interested if I reconize them.
Contact me via email if you want.
Thanks, John
OK, since we are going down that road. The first 'design' magazine was Marvel Comics "Defenders". Most people 'poopoo' comics but you pick one up today and you will be blown away. Marvel Comics, DC Comics (DC now owns the rights to Mad Magazine), Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics. From Super Heroes to Fantasy to Horror to Comedy to Adult themes. The art and stories get my creative juices flowing!!
At 43 years of age, I still collect, as many of you already know! http://www.talkgraphics.com/images/smilies/smile.gif Mostly for the artistic influence. I enjoy realism but with a twist. There is so much of the real world we are all exposed to each day that this sort of art work really excites my mind and imagination. Oh yea, the stories are fun too!! http://www.talkgraphics.com/images/smilies/biggrin.gif http://www.talkgraphics.com/images/smilies/biggrin.gif
I have a subscription with Before & After
Before & After
Love it, love it, love it http://www.talkgraphics.com/images/smilies/smile.gif
Mags
I too love comics but haven't had much time to read or collect them for the past few years. I still have well over 1000 of them I have yet to read...
Currently I subscribe to and read 3D World, usually from cover to cover each month, Animation World Magazine, Computer Graphics World and Electronic Publishing, all three are free downloads in PDF format.
In addition, I can usually find anything I need on the web. CGTalk is a great resource as well as source of inspiration, as is ZbrushCentral, Talkgraphics http://www.talkgraphics.com/images/smilies/wink.gif, and the Wings3D forum.
Why are there no references to XaraX at http://www.computerarts.co.uk/ and their forum? Should we help Xara remedy it?
Yes, we should promote Xara via Computer Arts.
It is a very good mag BUT it is very biased towards the mega companies (Adobe, Macromedia, etc). It is a Brit mag so why isn't it supporting Brit companies? Mmmmmmmmmmm...money, me thinks.
Amanda
I agree with both you and Amanda, Simon. Why isn't Xara X1 mentioned anywhere there. Brit mag, Brit based company (Xara Group Ltd.), makes no sense to me!?!
http://www.talkgraphics.com/images/smilies/confused.gif
Unfortunately, British magazines and British Governments prefer to totally ignore British companies and products. You could also ask why British RISC OS computers are ignored by the Government and there is a drive to put MS in every school and college in the kingdom...
Anyway, back on topic: I buy PC Pro, PC Advisor, Practical Web Pages and Practical Web Sites, all on an occassional basis and depending what is in them that month.
I don't buy professional print magazines because they only concentrate on Adobe and Macromedia. Fair enough, they dominate the professional markets, but I can't afford to kit myself out with Adobe and Macromedia (except Photoshop) so no point buying those magazines.