This tutorial will teach you how to create seamless pattern tiles using the paint program Fractal Design Painter.

1. In Painter, select File/ New. Create a small new file, say 100 pixels by 100 pixels. Select Edit/Select All (Ctrl+A on Windows, Command+A on the Mac) to select the entire image area.

2.Next, from the Art Materials Palette, select Pattern, then select Define Pattern. Then, paint away using any colors or brush choice you like. Each paint stroke will automatically wrap around the edges of the image, creating a seamless pattern tile. You can continue to paint until you're happy with the results.

3.If the image is to dark or has too much contrast to use as a background tile, select Effects/Tonal Control/Brightness-Contrast. Select File/Save as Gif to save your seamless background tile.

This is a simple, easy way to create many unique, hand painted pattern tiles for your web site.Experiment, and have fun!

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