In this GIMP tutorial, I show you how to create a better neon text effect using all built-in tools! Make your text look like neon tubes, plus add realistic lighting effects and have your neon text interact with a brick wall. This technique requires several steps, but is surprisingly easy and beginner-friendly! Learn how to work with paths, text, blur filters, and layer modes in this awesome tutorial. GIMP is a free photo editor, most similar to Photoshop, that can also be used for graphic design projects like this one. It is "free and open source," and developed by a community of volunteer developers. 0:00 - Intro & Resources 0:57 - Create & Set Up Image 1:20 - Add Text with Text Tool 2:10 - Center Align Text 2:46 - Add Path to Text 4:22 - Add Gaps to Path for Neon Tube Effect 6:41 - Add Outer Neon Stroke 7:54 - Add Inner Neon Stroke 8:48 - Add Neon Glow 9:35 - Import Photo and Add Neon Light Effects 12:39 - Final Thoughts

#Create Better Neon Text With GIMP