: How do I make a 2D texture into a banner/flag that looks like it is folding from a breeze? I've got a 2D image and I want to transform it into something that looks like a single frame

@Berumen635

From stock.xchng:



open up a flat image of a flag in GIMP. Make sure that there is either transparency showing around it, or that it is on it's own layer and it does not cover the entire screen.
Select the layer with the flag on it and open Filters->Distorts->Curve Bend
Check 'Automatic Preview'
In the modify curve box, play with the curve until it looks right.
Switch the Curve for Border to Lower, and basically make the lines align.
Click OK
Duplicate the Layer
Draw black lines on where the flag curves up the most
Apply Filters->Blur->Gaussian Blur

The default setting of 5 horizontal and 5 vertical should be good unless the image is really high quality. Then you would need to increase it.
Lower the opacity until it looks right (In the layers dialog box)



And your done...

running out of time if possible i'll show you with screenshots in my next edit

see this also :


Realistic flag
Realistic flag 2
wave plugin


hope it will help...

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@Goswami567

Try using the Dodge/Burn tools. You can see a video tutorial here that explains how to use it, though not with a flag. You should be able to figure it out fairly quickly, though.

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