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Title:
Illustrator CS5 bible / Ted Alspach.
Author:
Alspach, Ted.
Publication Information:
Indianapolis, IN : Wiley Pub., ©2010.
Call Number:
T385 .A4661855 2010
Abstract:
Introduces Adobe's Illustrator graphics program, providing the basics plus drawing and painting tips, and offers information on working with files and customization.
ISBN:
9780470584750
Physical Description:
xxvii, 710 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm
General Note:
"16-page full color insert, showcases cutting-edge work by leading Illustrator artists"--Cover.

Includes index.

"Published simultaneously in Canada"--Title page verso.
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Contents:
Illustrator basics: What's new in Illustrator CS5? ; Understanding Illustrator's desktop ; Working with Illustrator documents ; Understanding drawing and painting techniques ; Creating objects, graphs, and symbols ; Learning how to select and edit ; Understanding color, gradients, and mesh -- Putting Illustrator to work: Using Illustrator to organize objects ; Working with type ; Using creative strokes and fills with patterns ; Applying transformations and distortions ; Using path blends, compound paths, and masks ; Using live trace ; Using live paint -- Mastering Illustrator: Working with graphic styles and effects ; Creating 3-D in Illustrator ; Customizing and automating Illustrator -- Getting art out of Illustrator: Understanding PostScript and printing ; Creating web graphics ; Illustrator workflow -- Appendix: Shortcuts in Illustrator CS5.
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