Help with Graphics

[Yartch]

I know most of the basic stuff in C++, like Objects and Classes, and now I want to start using 2D graphics. I have NO clue where to start here, do I need to define a handler for the graphics or something? I'll probably be using .tga, and will need to use transparency.

[h_howee]

http://cboard.cprogramming.com/showthread.php?t=79619

[Yartch]

Oh thanks. I guess this is in the wrong board then lol.

[mike_g]

I just started using SDL and so far I have found it quite easy to get to grips with. Its good for stuff like 2d games and graphics demos. Possibly the kind of stuff you are looking to create.

You can find out about and download SDL here
Also heres a good source of reference material for it.

[JJFMJR]

I'm using OpenGL currently for all graphics implementation.
It's great for 3d programming, but I just skipped over most of the 2d.
However it does allow for easy use with the Targa Image format. So certainly take a look, I also know it does support 2d.
The book I'm learning from is mostly for 3d, however it does mention how to load .tga files and display them and all that good stuff.

http://www.amazon.com/Beginning-Open...e-Programming-
Development/dp/1592003699/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1/104-4017918-2011903?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1182551527&sr=8-1

[eaane74]

LOL...I am reading that exact same book...small world huh

I would definately recommend it....Its not all about OpenGL it also has a nice Windows Primer...though it is in PDF format