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Backgrounds for Karmic
For Karmic we would like to include a set of high quality desktop backgrounds which are organized according to a predefined set of adjectives which describe emotional atmospheres, slogans (so to speak) for the way an image makes you feel.
In order to accomplish this we call on anyone and everyone to submit images which are freely licensed and follow the guidelines for inclusion.
The default desktop background for Karmic
We are looking for help with the default background, a design brief with more information can be found here. Any and all questions should be directed to me.
-- kwwii 2009-05-15 12:46:46
Rules
Submissions that don't follow these rules will be removed:
- Copyright: you can't use material without explicit permission or a license that allows editing and redistribution. Always give attribution and follow all license terms.
- Background images must be attached to this page (no external links for reliability and archival reasons).
- For reference images, links to external images are acceptable, if you can be reasonably sure they stay in place. You have to use links to external images, if redistribution isn't permitted.
- Background images on this page must appear in a 300 pixel wide version, followed by a link to the full size version. This gives each single submission roughly the same space for fairness and reduces page load time and the need for scrolling.
- For references, plain text links with no preview are sufficient and help to keep the page clear.
Images without a stated license can't be considered for packaging and distribution. See our Documentation on Licensing.
Filenames should start with the submitters name or nick and have no spaces: callisto_background.png
Take note of our Background Guidelines and Templates
How to add background images the proper way
Create 300 pixel wide versions of your backgrounds. If say, the image is called callisto_background.jpg, call the small one callisto_background_s.jpg.
Click the Attachments link at the top (in the row starting with Edit). On that page, you can upload your images.
Come back here, click "Edit". Add the following code:
=== Example Name === {{attachment:dummy_tn.jpg}}<<BR>> [[attachment:dummy.png|Full size]] @ SIG@ ==== Comments ====
Then replace Example Name with a title for your image or set of images.
Replace dummy_tn.jpg with the name of a thumbnail. Replace dummy.png with the name of the related full size image. Copy the 2 lines and repeat for additional images.
Remove the space after the @. Do not replace with your account name! The resulting @SIG@ will be replaced with your account name and date/time of the edit automatically, as soon as you save the changes.
You can add the following to license your work under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 License:
This work by your-name is licensed under a [[http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/|Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 License]].
Help, if you have many images to add.
Submissions for the default background for karmic
Bark
Koala Bark V2 is a response to the comment i had on V1 that the Ubuntu Logo looked tacked on and the koala's ears need some work. In addition to that i have adjusted the blending and the position of the Ubuntu Logo as well as the blending of the koala. I have also Done a Version of the first version of koala bark but with out the logo. Any suggestions and comments will be greatly appreciated.
Source by David Iliff.
This work by samohtm is based on a photo with a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 License and inherits the same.
-- samohtm
Comments
Nice source image. Good work on color and contrast, but the ears of the koala need work. The bark doesn't have enough resolution. The Ubuntu logo is a bit much and looks tacked on. -- t-w- 2009-05-06 19:57:57
Eucalyptus Leaves
-- KGGY kovacs.g.gy@gmail.com
Comments
* Lacks a license. Please read the rules for submission -- james2432 2009-06-03 12:18:44
Silhouette
Based on a Photo by David Iliff as above.
Bamboobrushes by hawksmont
I could provide the .xcf file and the .svg of the Koala if anybody wants to.
next try:
Full size
the colour of the brown background could be changed easily.
This work by michote is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 License.
-- michote
Comments
This is beautiful. I love the bamboo, especially. This is great work. -- bryanlbasil 2024-09-25 06:52:29
Very nice. Good colours and very well balanced. The bamboo and the tree are perfect. I would love to see this entry with some slight changes. The background could do with a stronger gradient/shadow to create more depth, and without the logo. I know it's called 'Silhouette' but I think the Koala could use some subtle lines in a similar way like the bamboo on the left. -- arusha
Eucalyptus Wood
Wood is human, warm, and somehow rather comforting. The eucalyptus tree bark is also rather beautiful.
I have tried to satisfy most if not all requirements put forth here. To see it in action please see these screenshots: (1),(2).
Source Image by John H. Kim, licensed as CC Attribution 2.0 Generic (Link to Flickr Page)
The XCF source file via sharebee
License: Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 License
-- sealv
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Coala del karma
Default backgrounds may not seem terribly important, but they give the real first impression to any new user. They translate the look and feel of the entire operating system at default into one single image.
The goal of this background is to do just that, while maintaining the required appeal of anything that is thrown onto your desktop.
Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 License.
-- bryanlbasil
Comments
- In my opinion this is the best so far! Good Work! -- eliass
Very nice work. Definitely my front runner of all the community backgrounds thus far. The background is warm and refreshing. It compliments the Breathe Icon Set and darker themes very well. -- dashua 2024-09-25 06:52:29
First one is great, but looks kinda bland(nothing really interesting going on). Second one brings something new to the table: Real Life(the photo border on the bottom), which the previous default backgrounds lacked, simply put it's awesome! For the third one the koala almost looks like he doesn't belong there(too contrasty with the white/brown) if it were more subtle it would be the "awesomest" in my opinion. Also the backgrounds are lacking a license please put one up so it will have the chance of being selected. -- james2432 2024-09-25 06:52:29
Submissions for the extra backgrounds package for karmic
Abstract
MadsRH wallpapers
This preview really looks like crap - please view the full size before you judge it
This work by Mads Rosendahl (MadsRH) is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 United States License. -- madsrh 2009-05-27 22:38:44
Comments
Wow. You and bryanlbasil are definitely on to something here with this color palette let alone the design. Nice work. I am now having trouble deciding which one I like better. Both of these backgrounds are integrating very well with my themes I'm developing. -- dashua 2024-09-25 06:52:29
Elias wallpappers
The goal of this picture was mystical and at the same time home so the blue is the home feeling and the black is the mystical felling the original picture was only the bubbles but that didnt feel home so i upgraded it to this. My Blue Mystical Home Hope you like it I have now noticed that you guys dont want thoose colors so i will maybe make another background in ubuntu flavours i got a nice idea!
This work by Eliass is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 License. --eliass
Comments
I like this background except for the bubbles on the left side. The glow and color don't fit as well with a dark screen theme as the lines on the right. I think darkening the gradient (or increasing the opacity) of the triangle in the bottom right would help in reducing the contrast of the piece. Keep up the good work. -- adam-w-knox 2009-06-02 18:55:52
Daniel's Backgrounds
* Red monday(beta)
PD: if anyone needs the xcf file or want to comment send email to: danielplanas.a@gmail.com
Comments
Lacks a license -- james2432 2009-05-29 12:25:28
EllE's Backgrounds
-- elle
Comments
These lack a license -- t-w- 2009-05-07 16:39:28
Nice! These are my favorite so far. I would love to see something with the colors reversed as well. So that the main background color is pale, with orange highlight/gradients over top. Keep it up -- adam-w-knox 2009-05-28 18:28:01
Balash's wallpapers
This work by balash is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 License.
If you want to contact me, send an email to: balashart@gmail.com
-- balash 2009-05-16 15:05:49
Comments
Olivia's Backgrounds
-- ogalbraith 2009-05-19 03:18:36
This work by Olivia Galbraith is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 License.
Comments
Cool concept. Could you do the same in a larger size, ideally 2560 x 1600 pixels? The tree should be continued, to look healthy. -- t-w- 2009-05-19 12:01:13
Joshua's Wallpapers
Bright And Intriguing. I wanted to make something that was bright and catches your eye!
-- JoshuaWarren 2009-05-14 06:00:00
Comments
Lacks a license -- james2432 2009-05-29 12:25:28
Guðmundur's Wallpapers
This work by Guðmundur is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 License.
-- gol1 2009-06-03 16:51:24
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Photo Wallpapers
Jamie Nadeau's Photo collection
These photos by Jamie Nadeau are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License.
-- james2432
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MadsRH's Photo Collection
This work by Mads Rosendahl (MadsRH) is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 United States License. -- madsrh 2009-05-17 22:38:44
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David Holland's Collection
This work by D.holland is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 United States License.
-- davidholland1989 2009-04-29 07:35:37
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Jonathan Blackhall's Photos
These photos by Jonathan Blackhall are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License.
-- johnny-one-eye 2009-05-12 21:56:43
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David's Backgrounds
-- dlhdavidlh-yahoo 2009-05-19 20:10:12
These Photos by David Hill are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 License.
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