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 SUBDIRS = pipi src genethumb examples test
 
-EXTRA_DIST = bootstrap common.h
+EXTRA_DIST = bootstrap common.h NOTES
 AUTOMAKE_OPTIONS = dist-bzip2
 
diff --git a/NOTES b/NOTES
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@@ -0,0 +1,12 @@
+Nothing really exciting in this document, just a few notes about cool
+stuff already in the library and the accompanying examples.
+
+Having fun with pipi
+====================
+
+Convert a picture to black and white using the best available algorithm:
+  $ pipi source.png --dither dbs -o image.png
+
+Generate a brushed metal, tileable pattern:
+  $ pipi pipi:random512x512 --wrap --blur 15x0r15 -o image.png
+