The 8 enclosed pictures were rendered in Photoshop with Kai's Power Tools, Terrazzo, Tesselation and a few other nifty texture rendering gadgets and graphic gizmos. The images are 16/32 bit color, 832x624, JPEG compressed (or not depends on the picture =) PICT files. They look great on most monitors but tend to suffer with color settings less than "Thousands of Colors".
These images are Shareware $5, please consult the last chapter for registration information.
If you would like to visit the website click on the globe below. Past archives can be found at the website as well as some SEAMLESS TEXTURES for web or pattern use.
http://www.edwpub.com/kindground/
Requirements:
• MacOS Computer with OS 8 and the Desktop Pictures control panel installed or
• MacOS Computer with System 7.x.x and some other desktop pic utility or
• Windows IBM compat. and an image converter (you should get a Mac ya know)
NOTE: The Desktop Pictures control panel that comes with OS 8 has randomizing capabilities of it's own. Just drop a folder of pictures onto it's display and you'll see what I mean (or option+click the select picture button and select a folder).
Installation:
To install (under OS 8):
1. Put the folder with the pictures in it wherever you'd like (preferably I put it in the root directory, same as the System and Applications folder).
2. Open the Desktop Pictures Control Panel from the Apple Menu.
3. Click the Picture button to get the Desktop Picture Options.
4. Option-click the Select Picture button (if you have a pic set already you'll need to click Remove Picture) in the control panel and choose the KG Desktop Pictures folder, or, alternatively, drag it onto the picture of the desktop (in the control panel), then click Select Desktop.
NOTE: this will give you a random desktop picture everytime you restart, the picture is chosen from the selected folder. If you prefer to set the desktop to just one picture you may do so as well by normally clicking Select Picture.
5. Select a positioning option from the pop-up menu. You may want to play with this setting for best results. Some images may not scale up or down well. Usually "Position Automatically" will get the best results.
6. Click the Set Desktop button. A random picture from the folder you chose, or the picture you selected should now appear as your desktop background.
To install on other platforms:
You'll just have to figure it out on your own. You're smart, and I have faith in you. With that gentle reassurance, you are now set to tackle the task at hand. =P
Usage License:
I've switched from "visitware" to "Fiver-ware". If you like them and want to keep on using them, stuff a US $5 dollar-bill and a nice note into an envelope and mail to:
Kind Ground
c/o Scott Brown
671 Frederick
Edwardsville, Illinois
62025
Please NO CHECKS, OR MONEY ORDERS. Too much trouble dealing with that mess. If you lack acess to a "fiver" you truly need help or a job.
If you can't see your way to send me 5 bucks, visit the Design part of my website and SEND ME SOME WORK!
http://www.edwpub.com/kindground/design/
Warranties and Disclaimers
These desktop pictures are distributed as is, without any warranty or promise of technical support. These images seem to work as expected, at least on my computer, but the artist disclaims any liability of any kind for any loss of data, damages, etc. or any consequential effect.
These images can only be used for their intended purpose - as desktop picture images to be viewed on screen.
KG's Desktop Pictures must be registered if you continue to use them. Once registered, you can use the images on as many computers as you like as long as you are the sole user of the software (e.g. A single person installing the images on both his / her work and home machine, for personal use.)
Alternatively, you can install the images on only one computer for use by several people.
Title, ownership rights and intellectual property rights shall remain with Phillip Scott Brown.
By retaining the images or making use of them, you are agreeing to the terms of this document. If you do not wish to, or cannot, comply with the terms in this document, you must destroy all copies of the images in your possession.
These images may be distributed freely, with the condition that the package is NOT altered in ANY way (readme file, pictures and URL included), and are not being used for ANY purposes other than they are intended.
If you are unsure of your USAGE RIGHTS please email me with your questions.
