How to create a glossy image using GIMP ?

[Dilip]

Just a rectangle with curved edges for logo, how to make it glossy using GIMP for Windows ?

[axeldevara]

better search in google,i don't think everyone here don't use gimp.

[Dilip]

Thanks. Which version of Photoshop should I get ? My laptop is new, so hardware won't be a problem.

[Savera]

Gimp is very good.
It can do very advance things and if you starting to learn then start with GIMP, its free and also now widely accepted.

Please give a day or to follow GIMP tutorial here: http://www.gimp.org/tutorials/
You will definitely learn good things which will help you in long term.

[axeldevara]

photoshop cs 5 is the best this my own example

but note that photoshop is very expansive(for me)

[Dilip]

Thanks Savera, axeldevara



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[abhirupmanna]

To create the required image choose the rectangle selection tool. In the options there is an option for curved corners. Increase or decrease it to your own needs.

Next select the paint bucket and pour in your favorite color.