Beginner Tutorials

Tutorials that describe the use of core features of Paint.NET such as tools, effects, and adjustments. Minimal plugins should be used in any of these tutorials. Perfect for the wet-behind-the-ear newcomer!

Tutorials featuring a :star: have a downloadable PDF.

61 topics in this forum

  1. DPI and YOU - Understanding Resolution for Print and Web

    By david.atwell,
    • 76 replies
    • 271,794 views

  2. Creating a collage using layers

    By Simon Brown,
    • 37 replies
    • 154,023 views

  3. Pictures Side-By-Side / "Before and After" Images

    By Sarkut,
    • 25 replies
    • 130,639 views

  4. Resource Portal for New Users

    By Simon Brown,
    • 43 replies
    • 86,954 views

  5. Levels - A How to and Basic Understanding (Now a PDF!)

    By Mike Ryan,
    • 57 replies
    • 158,152 views

  6. Cutting out images

    By Simon Brown,
    • 74 replies
    • 375,950 views

  7. How to Save Your Images under Different File Types

    By Myrddin,
    • 47 replies
    • 112,972 views

  8. Crumpled Paper Texture.

    By Pixey,
    • 20 replies
    • 2,304 views

  9. How To Use Color Range effect

    By ReMake,
    • 22 replies
    • 6,690 views

  10. Udemy Course - Hands On Examples

    By JHG,
    • 8 replies
    • 1,097 views

  11. How to make text with a dropshadow in 5 steps!

    By InteractiveBuddy,
    • 25 replies
    • 49,096 views

  12. 11 Healthy Habits of a Paint.NET Artist - A New Habit!

    By Mike Ryan,
    • 51 replies
    • 30,394 views

  13. Gradient Bar Rainbow Sig

    By elizapandagirl,
    • 8 replies
    • 8,088 views

  14. The Haxxor Effect!

    By Dr. Agon,
    • 29 replies
    • 24,199 views

  15. Beginner Optical Illusion Effect (Image Heavy)

    By SH Art,
    • 10 replies
    • 22,469 views

  16. Making a lava picture/texture

    By Spaceflyer,
    • 8 replies
    • 3,875 views

  17. Utilising Blend Modes, Blurs, Gradients and Layers

    By welshblue,
    • 35 replies
    • 10,157 views

  18. Make REAL Clouds

    By Remii9512,
    • 12 replies
    • 11,379 views

  19. Palm Leaf -- Basic Beginners -- Moderate difficulty.

    By oma,
    • 80 replies
    • 29,237 views

  20. How to create a fantasy-esque stone (NO PLUGINS)

    By EvGirl,
    • 9 replies
    • 5,874 views

  21. How to make the EvGirl signature/text/Whatever it is!

    By EvGirl,
    • 13 replies
    • 5,615 views

  22. How to make realistic Medicine Pills!

    By Light,
    • 4 replies
    • 17,423 views

  23. To Make With Shape 3D Eggs

    By Seerose,
    • 12 replies
    • 4,096 views

  24. Easy Photo Frame Rectangular Circular and Elliptical

    By Seerose,
    • 16 replies
    • 4,699 views

  25. Sticky Note

    By toe_head2001,
    • 7 replies
    • 7,425 views