I'm happy we solved your problem for now.

Please check my first comment where I edited it to mention that the png will have to stay with the FCW i fyou use Insert File.

If you want to reuse it again and again and not be tied to keeping a copy of the file with each map it might be worth creating a symbol from a separate copy of it, which you can do by importing it through the Symbol Manager. Instructions on how to do that are in the Tome, or you might find this video useful:

Symbols - Part 2: Creating a Symbol Catalog

For Remy's example warning symbols in that video substitute a folder containing the Stair gradient.png image.

Mixing styles is pretty tricky - especially when one is a highly refined ink and wash style and the other is photorealistic. It's often less jarring to stick to one style in a map if you can.

That great! Thanks Ralf :)

@Royal Scribe - You might find this live mapping session from 2 years ago will help if you are looking for ways to add shaded relief to maps of this style.

Hi Jack! And welcome back :)

EDIT: The results to question 2 on the poll may be a little skewed. I answered 'No' to the first question and left the second one alone. However, it registered as a No by default.

Thank you :)

I don't really have a favourite. All the styles are useful for different situations. It really depends what kind of maps you want to do.

If you want a slightly better idea of what's in each annual I made a wall of links that's in need of a serious update at the moment, right here.

You're welcome :)

Don't forget that you also have to save the map after you attach that palette ;)

I like the first one best. The combined effect looks a bit dark.

30 minute shout :)

It's fine to use the assets designed for use with CC3. That's why we make them.

Equally, it's also nice to see people having a go at their own sometimes. I think you've done a fair job :)