Version 1.2 of my desktop setup on the iMac. Partial inspired by the Shelves theme for the iPhone and the desire to get away from using an 'ordinary' desktop. Added a few personal touches such as the personal photos and the notes on the pinboard, as well as my own logo on the wallpaper.

For this version, I installed GeekTool to create a more dynamic What's On! notice, as well as for the calendar showing today's date. You will also notice the lack of the dock as I hardly use it anymore since I launch everything via QuickSilver or Spotlight.

Version 1.1 can be seen here.
Version 1.0 can be seen here.

Credits:
Wallpaper based on the Dramatic Room background with my own modifications.

The Art Toys and The Vinyl Collection icons can be downloaded from Pixelgirl Presents.

The stereo displaying what song is currently playing in iTunes was achieved using the Bowtie desktop application. Be sure to download the Theme Starter Pack as well as this includes the Geeky theme that was used.

The What's On! notice and the calendar showing today's date were achieved using the GeekTool app.

Pinboard PSD Template [Link]
Poster PSD Template [Link]

Trash Bin Widget Yahoo! Widgets
Analog Clock Widget Yahoo! Widgets

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Artist's Comments:

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1. Submit an original wallpaper to Zixpk.com (must be 2560x1600px or greater and DO NOT put a watermark on it)
2. Submit original icons to Zixpk.com that can be used across multiple OS.
3. Submit a visual style which is out of this world
4. Create an exclusive blogger template for Zixpk.com which we can giveaway for free.

As you can tell, all of our submission options are aimed at getting everyone to bring out their creativity.

Contest Information:

• There is no limit on the number of submissions that you can make.
• You must submit quality content to increase your chances of winning.
• The DEADLINE has been extended to May 17, 2009 by 11:59pm Eastern Central time.
• If you are chosen as our winner you must agree to take pictures or a video of the Intuos4 tablet in action.
• The winner will be selected by the writing staff here at Zixpk.com or it might be selected by our visitors.
• By submitting your work to us you agree to allow us to post it on Zixpk.com
• The work that you submit will be 100% under your authority.
• The price of the Intuos4 - Medium graphics tablet is $349 USD but your going to get it for free!
  

Intuos4 (medium) tablet Information:

The medium Intuos4 tablet is the most popular and versatile choice among creative professionals. With 48.5 square inches of working area, this tablet provides ample workspace for most tablet users.

The medium size is built with eight ExpressKeys and illuminated displays that provide easy reference to your assigned functions.

Quick facts:

• Tablet Dimensions (W x D x H): 370mm x 254mm x 12mm, 14.6" x 10.0" x 0.5"

• Active Area (W x D): 223.5mm x 139.7mm, 8.8" x 5.5"

• Weight: Approximately 1kg (2.2 lbs)

• Pressure Levels: 2048

• Generation 2 Pen Tip Sensor: Yes

• ExpressKeys: 8

• Finger-Sensitive Input: User-defined Touch Ring

• Tilt Sensitivity: +/- 60 Degrees

• Display Toggle: Yes

• Application-Specific Settings: Yes

• Connection: USB

• Compatibility: Mac and PC

• Mouse Included: Yes

• Color: Black

Included in the medium Intuos4 package:

1. Intuos4 medium pen tablet
2. Intuos4 Grip Pen
3. Intuos4 mouse
4. Pen stand
5. Ten replacement nibs (five standard nibs, one flex nib, one stroke nib, and three hard felt nibs)
6. Nib extractor
7. 5' USB cable
8. Quick Start Guide
9. Installation CD (includes tablet driver software and electronic user manual)

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If you want to participate and share your painting, just send us, via email to ken@zixpk.com, an image (as big as possible) of your painting along with a description on how you were able to accomplish it.

Artist's Comments: (JS Rossbach)

This piece was done for inclusion into an art-book edited by Daniel Maghen named "l'Univers des Dragons".
You can read a tutorial explaining the creation of this piece in the magazine Imagine FX #26 (Jan 08).

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