 FAQ: How To Draw Maps (Software), Like Henry, Other Forum Users Make |
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 Nov 20 2008, 03:00 PM
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 Rank: F5 Superstorm  Group: Member Posts: 11,225 Joined: 13-November 08 From: Grand Forks,ND Member No.: 16,148  |
Just wanted to note for anybody who does not have a photo editing software that you can download a really good program called paint.net at the following link.... Paint.net
Step by Step as Follows.... 1.click on url 2.click on getpaint.net on upper right hand corner 3.click get it now (free download) Paint.net V3.36 4.scroll down to middle of page until you see Download, move over to fifth column and click on one of the three download boxes 5.click on Paint.net V3.36 to download program **You will need the Winrar zip file program to unzip and extract the files** -------------------- The opinions in my posts are of my own and do not represent those of the USAF.
Grand Forks AFB 2015-2016 Snowfall - 28.85" 52 days of trace |
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 Nov 22 2008, 06:54 AM
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Rank: F5 Superstorm Group: SuperModerator Posts: 4,571 Joined: 8-January 08 From: State College, PA Member No.: 12,145 |
If the program you use has a "layers" feature, use it! Play around with it and see the magic it can do when creating forecast maps.
-------------------- Student Meteorologist Tyler Jankoski The Pennsylvania State University '14 www.TylersWeather.com   Northwest Connecticut Weather: www.TylersWeather.com |
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| Removed_Member_anthonyweather_* |
Jan 23 2009, 08:10 PM
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Jan 23 2009, 08:54 PM
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QUOTE(anthonyweather @ Jan 23 2009, 09:10 PM)  Thanks I think they use powerpoint which is very hard program to use. -------------------- Total Snowfall: 69.7" Biggest Storm: 2/2 11.0" Snow Depth 5"
Snow history: season average L.O 58"from 1995 to 2010 96-97 42.5 97-98 27.5 98-99 71.1" 99-00 44.3" 00-01 58.5" 01-02 47.6"02-03 52.2" 03-04 62.5" 04-05 86.0" 05-06 41.6"06-07 34.5"07-08 99.8"08-09 87.1" 2009/10 49.5" |
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Jan 24 2009, 10:34 AM
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 Rank: F5 Superstorm Group: Member Posts: 2,208 Joined: 18-February 08 From: Lehigh Valley, PA Member No.: 13,770 |
QUOTE(dmc76 @ Jan 23 2009, 09:54 PM) I think they use powerpoint which is very hard program to use. No, he uses Photoshop. -------------------- Lead forecaster for Foot's Forecast SE PA Team
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Jan 24 2009, 11:06 AM
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QUOTE(dmc76 @ Jan 23 2009, 09:54 PM) I think they use powerpoint which is very hard program to use. Most people use a paint program or photoshop. Normally I'd recommend photshop (it provides the most professional look), but if you don't have it, paint (or painting programs) works just as well. 
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Jan 24 2009, 12:28 PM
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If you want a truly professional looking map, buying Photoshop is the way to go. I only have paint, so my maps don't look so great, but they get the point across.
 I'm buying Photoshop once I get a laptop before I go to college.I'll post a step-by-step on how to get a decent looking map using Paint once I have more time.
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Jan 24 2009, 04:49 PM
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Use GIMP, it's Photoshop w/o all some of the finer features that most people won't use. AND, you don't have to pay like $200-$800, its free. Play around with it and eventually you'll learn how to use it. If you've used Photoshop, it works the same way.
This post has been edited by WinterStromDrought: Jan 24 2009, 04:49 PM -------------------- Winter 2010-11 Snow: 148.0"
Winter 2009-10 Snow: 128.3" Winter 2008-09 Snow: 175.0" |
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Jan 25 2009, 09:58 AM
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I'll repeat what I said earlier (two topics were merged)
QUOTE I think a lot of people probably use Windows Paint, Paint Shop Pro, or Photoshop. SnagIt actually has some neat functions which you can use to draw areas. Non-artists at AccuWeather such as Henry, Elliot and myself have been using SnagIt quite a bit lately, it's a great program for doing screen caps and tutorials too (such as the Facebook tutorial I have on my blog right now). -------------------- -- Jesse Ferrell, FORUM ADMIN & MODERATOR
-- AccuWeather.com Meteorologist / Social Media Coordinator -- My Blog | My Facebook Page  HELPFUL LINKS: MODEL FAQ / WEATHER QUESTIONS | FORUM FAQ / QUESTIONS STAY ON TOPIC! TALK ABOUT PAST STORMS | TALK ABOUT NON-WEATHER STUFF |
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Apr 18 2009, 09:34 AM
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Rank: F5 Superstorm Group: SuperModerator Posts: 37,822 Joined: 26-March 08 From: Columbia, MO Member No.: 14,521 |
Is there an update on the new tutorial?
-------------------- QUOTE For the record...I AM THE MISSOURI MAULER! It's a work in progress! Have a question? Look at our FAQ first.  Organicforecasting Blog Organicforecasting data 89.5 FM KOPN Weather Blog If it is important enough to you, you will find a way. If it is not, you will find an excuse. |
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Apr 18 2009, 03:54 PM
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 Rank: F5 Superstorm Group: Member Posts: 13,443 Joined: 23-March 08 From: Millersville, PA Member No.: 14,460 |
QUOTE(wfreeck @ Jan 24 2009, 01:06 PM) Most people use a paint program or photoshop. Normally I'd recommend photshop (it provides the most professional look), but if you don't have it, paint (or painting programs) works just as well. QUOTE(SEMIweather @ Jan 24 2009, 02:28 PM) If you want a truly professional looking map, buying Photoshop is the way to go. I only have paint, so my maps don't look so great, but they get the point across. I'm buying Photoshop once I get a laptop before I go to college.I'll post a step-by-step on how to get a decent looking map using Paint once I have more time. QUOTE(WinterStromDrought @ Jan 24 2009, 06:49 PM) Use GIMP, it's Photoshop w/o all some of the finer features that most people won't use. AND, you don't have to pay like $200-$800, its free. Play around with it and eventually you'll learn how to use it. If you've used Photoshop, it works the same way. i use GIMP for mine but i do have photoshop. I only like to use photoshop with a stylus pen! That is what makes it awesome but they are to impratical for me. GIMP works just as great! I have even tried it with illustrator. Doesn't work so well... When i try to put in a map i made on photoshop it says that it is too big of a file to put on this website. So i personally think GIMP is better, doesn't take up a huge file space like photoshop! -------------------- Tylor Cartter
B.S. in Meteorology Millersville University Weather Observer: KMDT: Harrisburg International Airport KBWI: Baltimore/ Washington International Airport Stratosphere Discussion: 2016/2017 AccuWeather Forum MidAtl/NE Snowfall Forecasting Champion Winter 2017 |
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| Removed_Member_wfreeck_* |
Apr 18 2009, 05:08 PM
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QUOTE(hckyplayer8 @ Nov 20 2008, 05:00 PM) Just wanted to note for anybody who does not have a photo editing software that you can download a really good program called paint.net at the following link.... Paint.net Step by Step as Follows.... 1.click on url 2.click on getpaint.net on upper right hand corner 3.click get it now (free download) Paint.net V3.36 4.scroll down to middle of page until you see Download, move over to fifth column and click on one of the three download boxes 5.click on Paint.net V3.36 to download program **You will need the Winrar zip file program to unzip and extract the files** Yep, I second this recommendation. I use this program to make my snow maps. |
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Apr 19 2009, 05:12 PM
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Rank: F5 Superstorm Group: SuperModerator Posts: 37,822 Joined: 26-March 08 From: Columbia, MO Member No.: 14,521 |
I used GIMP to create a map with all of the sub-regions.
Man...that was time consuming! At the end of it, I had 16 different layers because I created a layer for each label of the region. It was layered on top of a USA County map which made it a lot easier. -------------------- QUOTE For the record...I AM THE MISSOURI MAULER! It's a work in progress! Have a question? Look at our FAQ first. Organicforecasting Blog Organicforecasting data 89.5 FM KOPN Weather Blog If it is important enough to you, you will find a way. If it is not, you will find an excuse. |
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Jul 15 2009, 02:07 PM
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Rank: Whirlwind Group: Member Posts: 13 Joined: 15-July 09 Member No.: 18,655 |
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Dec 7 2009, 05:15 PM
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Rank: F5 Superstorm Group: Member Posts: 4,606 Joined: 19-February 09 Member No.: 17,639 |
If your looking to make a quick map you could go to google images get a map from there and then visit lunapic.com. (after plating around for a few minutes you should get how to use the site.)
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Snow Events: 11/8: 0.50" 12/14: 1" 12/27: 16" 1/7: 2.5" 1/9: 0.5" 1/12: 15.8 1/18: 0.6" 1/21: 4" 1/24: 0.5" 1/25: 16.5" Total snowfall: 57.9" Ronkonkoma's total accumulated snow fall for 2009-2010 : 63.5 Inches. |
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Jul 12 2010, 10:23 PM
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Rank: Whirlwind Group: Member Posts: 5 Joined: 12-July 10 Member No.: 23,141 |
For my maps on my site, I use GEMPAK.
Can not be beat. |
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Oct 31 2010, 11:10 AM
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I use Splashup. There is a learning curve but the graphics come out very nicely
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