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

Istvan Szep

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3.8 (6 Ratings)

eBook Dec 2022 230 pages 1st Edition

Istvan Szep

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eBook Dec 2022 230 pages 1st Edition

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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

Description

Growing 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.

Who is this book for?

This 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.

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

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Steph and Oz Locke Jan 24, 2023

I learned Inkscape through István's video guides. He made a piece of software that seemed so complicated easy to understand, and a delight to use. In this book, he continues that trend, taking us from creating simple shapes to complex graphics for web and print usage. Whether you want to make a logo for your own business, create art assets for a video game, get started as a graphic designer, or transition from another program to the incredible Inkscape, István has you covered!

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Eldis Skenderagic May 09, 2024

Really good Inscape workshop. A lot of good and practical examples to help you with your projects, whether you're just starting or you're seasoned designer.

Mr. Greenlake Dec 31, 2022

Author Istvan Szep is well known to the Inkscape community as a professional illustrator and designer who uses the FREE vector design program Inkscape in his work. His YouTube videos have helped thousands (including me) to get acquainted with Inkscape.Now he brings his teaching and design expertise to one comprehensive book, with great step by step projects that increase your skill set as you go along. Learning by example is the best way, and something Istvan certainly understands.You don’t need an expensive Adobe subscription to do high end vector design. I’ve been using Inkscape for a number of years in my own work, and now I have an up-to-date instruction book with all the latest features clearly explained and demonstrated. This is the only book you need now to get you up to speed with Inkscape and creating your unique work, whether professionally or for the amateur artist just starting out,Highly recommended!

SoBe Dec 30, 2022

This is an extremely helpful book. My first impression of it is that each project tutorial has been explained so clearly and directly, that beginners and advanced Inkscape users will find it much faster to get a project done, and also use the same process steps and ideas to branch out and create just about anything in design and art.For those who are just starting out in vector art, this contains very well thought out illustrations and visual guides to help to learn about Inkscape features and complete the tutorials. Visual and written communication is very simple and straight forward. For professional users, this is so useful to learn new tips, tricks and troubleshooting to find more efficient ways to getting work done.The author has even provided his own resources for users to download and use to work out the tutorial. It's a valuable resource for those who use open source software and with the help from this book, it will be a much needed resource for artists to work on their portfolio and sustain a career in design and art . I encourage anyone who wants to learn Inkscape to get this book.

cheryl lizotte Feb 25, 2023

I was looking for a step by step guide for learning Inkscape, but found this book too advanced for my needs.

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

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