Numbered Dial Request

Orion · July 19, 2018, 5:15pm

I don’t have any editing software on this computer and in need of some numbered dials. Such as 1-12 dial, 0-60 dial. Attempting to create a rotating dial style of watch face. Any help in this area would really be appreciated. Thank you!

eradicator09 · July 19, 2018, 9:21pm

There’s always PowerPoint. Works fairly good for basic items and even some 3D stuff.

Orion · July 19, 2018, 9:23pm

That’s true. Haven’t figured out how to make a .png file with no background in PowerPoint though.

eradicator09 · July 19, 2018, 9:25pm

select the items on the slide then right click “save as picture”.

Orion · July 19, 2018, 9:27pm

Thank you!

Orakix · July 20, 2018, 4:59am

Haha PowerPoint strikes again. It’s the premium’s secret/not so secret weapon.

roycaruso · July 20, 2018, 10:47am

I know right!

Orion · July 20, 2018, 12:35pm

Talk about a whole new world of options to make parts for watch faces. Haha

Facer_Official · July 20, 2018, 2:44pm

The fact that you guys use Powerpoint to create elements of your watch faces BOGGLES our minds! What makes it such a good tool compared to Photoshop or Illustrator? Or is it a mainly a cost driven decision?

Orion · July 20, 2018, 4:44pm

Cost driven for me since already have it and know how to use it well.

eradicator09 · July 20, 2018, 7:23pm

Presets for 3D forms, easy use of texture overlays. I never would have thought to use it if it wasn’t for @Tomas suggesting it.

Tomas · July 20, 2018, 7:38pm

1- super easy to create objects (create, cut, unite, etc. incl.)
2- seconds to add shadows
3- seconds to add 3D
4- seconds to add textures
5- super easy and high speed png-save
6- great value for micro costs

example [TOMAJA Micro Video Tutorial] How to draw a gear in seconds using PowerPoint

Orakix · July 20, 2018, 10:47pm

I just started 3d modeling in a free program to get the most realistic lighting possible. Cost is a win but we’ll see if the time trade is worth it.

roycaruso · July 21, 2018, 2:10am

@Tomas said it all - I think it’s the combination of ease and price

Tomas · July 21, 2018, 12:30pm

…let us know about your new experiences later on

Orakix · July 21, 2018, 2:34pm

Will do!

Orakix · July 28, 2018, 4:57am

So just thought I would give an update. So far my experience with the 3d modeling is a good one. I’ve learned so much in a very short period of time and I’m extremely happy with the face I have built. So much so that I’ve taken yet another step further and am now enrolled in a 3d modeling class! I can’t wait to show off my current project.

Tomas · July 28, 2018, 5:06am

Show us results

Orakix · July 28, 2018, 5:21am

I can’t yet, I’m saving it for something special. Maybe if you private message me.

roycaruso · July 31, 2018, 10:53pm

Awesome! Keen to see the results.