A newb's first tree.

[Kojo]

I did blur the background bacause it tiled better that way, less really dark spots, but it is easy enough to fix. I did save them as gifs to post on the internet, but I have about 5 different version in my computer with file types varying from .png to .psd and .tiff and .riff, mainly to make them more editable for me Thanks for the tip, I'll fix that background straight away.

PS: I never ever use .jpegs for anything. I despise artifacts.

 

[lunarea]

Very nicely done, especially considering you mention not having too much experience in this type of thing.

My only criticism/suggestion is concerning the first tree you posted. The trunk that's peaking out of the branches just seems a little thick for the size of the tree. I'd suggest making it just slightly less wide. However, I might be thinking of a different variety of evergreen :D In which case, keep on going and don't mind me

 

[Kojo]

Most evergreens are thin round the base, save the bristlecone pine, which is twisted and gnarled. I just made a generic pine. But, Thanks, I'll look into fixing that.