How to Create a Cobblestone Texture Using Paint.Net

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open Paint.Net with a file of about 800 * 600.;

   Use the following settings:
   Scale
   - 250 Roughness
   - .5 Blend Mode
   - Difference , You are reapplying the effect.
   
   If you look closely at the screenshot, you will see what looks like lightning in the clouds. , Use the following settings:
   Operator
   - Dilate Structure
   - 3 Shape
   - Square ,, Choose a number between
   6.5
   -
   8.
   
   Wherever you like it.
   
   Don't be alarmed at the colors that you see. ,, (Be sure not to hit Black and White Alpha, they aren't the same). ,,
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   Step 2: Be sure that you have the following plugins: Erode / Dilate Height to Normal

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   Step 3: If not

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   Step 4: install the plugins.

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   Step 5: Click on Effects >> Render >> Clouds.

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   Step 6: Hit CTRL F a couple of times

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   Step 7: till you get something that makes you think of lightning.

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   Step 8: Click on Effects >> Erode/Dilate.

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   Step 9: Hit CTRL F. This is very important for the texture.

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    Step 10: Go to Effects >> Height Field to Normal Map and slide the bar.

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    Step 11: Invert the colors by going to Adjustments >> Invert Colors.

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    Step 12: Convert to Black and White by going to Adjustments >> Black and White.

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    Step 13: Give your finished product a descriptive name so you can find it later.

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    Step 14: Finished.

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