Inkscape by Example: A project-based guide to exploring the endless features of Inkscape and upgrading...

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Istvan Szep

Inkscape by Example

A project-based guide to exploring the endless features of Inkscape and upgrading your skills...

Istvan Szep

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Packt Publishing Limited
25 November 2022

Illustration & drawing software

Explore and implement the capabilities of Inkscape through a variety of projects and get the hang of all the tasks a vector designer should do without having to pay a dime

Key Features

Learn Inkscape by building end-to-end projects Embrace the power of Inkscape and other open source tools to build professional projects Use the Inkscape software at a professional level in your everyday tasks as an artist

Book DescriptionGrowing into its final form after years of development, Inkscape now rivals industry leaders like Illustrator and CorelDraw – this versatile free vector graphics editor program has all the capabilities of paid software and is ready for professional use. While there are plenty of resources for beginners, this book will enable you to uncover the full potential of the tool through sample projects and tutorials. With Inkscape by Example, you'll understand how this one-stop solution helps vector designers meet all their requirements.

Starting with an introduction to the new tools and features of Inkscape 1.0, you'll master the software by working through a chain of real-world projects. The book will guide you through creating an icon set and understanding modularity in vector design. As you advance, you'll draw a detailed illustration every client is looking for and learn about photo editing and creating a logo in Inkscape, combining all of these into one single web design project. Finally, you'll discover tips for working faster with SVG and XML and using Inkscape with other free tools to reach maximum workflow and creativity.

By the end of this Inkscape book, you'll have developed the skills to create your own solutions for any project confidently.

What you will learn

Create your own professional solutions following the project blueprints in this book Integrate Inkscape and other free design programs in a professional workflow efficiently Use Inkscape for more than illustration - design a logo, edit photos, and even design websites in vector Get to grips with troubleshooting, export the proper format, and find and correct errors in vector files Gain no-fluff practical knowledge of the tools in Inkscape and vector design methods Broaden your understanding of the fundamentals of vector designing

Who this book is forThis book showcases several projects suitable for graphic designers, UI designers, illustrators, art directors, digital artists, and other creative professionals looking to elevate their Inkscape skills. Basic knowledge of Inkscape, along with a base in graphic design, is expected.

By: Istvan Szep
Imprint: Packt Publishing Limited
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 93mm, Width: 75mm,
ISBN: 9781803243146
ISBN 10: 1803243147
Pages: 230
Publication Date: 25 November 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Table of Contents Inkscape Is Ready for Work – Design a Business Card as a Warmup! Design a Clever Tech Logo with Inkscape Modular Icon Set Design with the Power of Vector Create Detailed Illustrations with Inkscape Edit a Photo and Create a Hero Image in Inkscape Flexible Website Layout Design for Desktop and Mobile with Inkscape Combine Inkscape and Other (Free) Programs in the Design Workflow Pro Tips and Tricks for Inkscapers Conclusion

Istvan Szep is a graphic designer, illustrator and design teacher. His goal is to inspire others by sharing his knowledge about visual design and the life and work as a freelance designer. His chosen tool is Inkscape, an open-source graphic design program dominant in most of his design work. Istvan earned his master's degree as a visual communication and multimedia teacher in 2009 from MOME (Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design). Since then, he's worked as an illustrator and graphic designer for hundreds of clients, while teaching both live and online classes to thousands. He currently lives and works in Budapest with his wife, Erika, who is also a graphic designer.

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