Content_Writer's Map Thread

[content_writer 0]

Hi Everyone.

I've recently started posting maps to the STEX and have uploaded two so far:  Che Guevara and Heart Isles.

Both of these maps started off as greyscale images in the GIMP.  Che Guevara was an image that I downloaded and made modifications (texture and height) using a paintbrush, while Heart Isles was made completely freehand.

I am now giving SC4 Terraformer a go and I must say it's a great program.  I am completely blown away by the results.  I've started with a coastline and a mountain.  Here is a screenshot of  Mount Sterling:

I've made no modifications to the Terraformer picture; I only removed the grid/contour lines and moved the camera around to make it appear like I'm really there.   I am excited about how real the results look. (I'm referring to the quality of the program as there is so much about mapping I still need to learn.)

This portion is only a start, though, as this candid shot of the rest of the region shows:

Very rough, indeed.  I'll keep you all updated as I continue to create it.