How exactly do you go about making your textures? Do you just use a Photoshop/GIMP-style program, or do you use a drawing pad or other type of specialized hardware? I ask because I am working on my first project, and I would really like to make it using 100% my own work, including textures. Your work is really good, and any suggestions you have would be greatly appreciated (I am sure I am not the only one who would like to know!)

Regards,
DeKO_Mania