Preface

With the power and versatility of the Inkscape software, making charts, diagrams, illustrations, and UI mockups with infinite resolution becomes enjoyable, and if you’re looking to get up to speed with vector illustration in no time, this comprehensive guide has got your back! Design Made Easy with Inkscape is easy to follow and teaches you everything you need to know to create graphics that you can use and reuse forever for free!

You’ll benefit from the author’s industry experience as you go over the basics of vector illustration, discovering tips and tricks for getting professional graphics done fast by leveraging Inkscape’s powerful toolset. This book teaches by example, using a great variety of use cases, from icons and logos to illustration, web design, and product design. You’ll learn about hotkey charts and take a best-practice approach developed over 10 years of using Inkscape as a design tool in production. What’s more, this book also includes links to free graphics resources that you can use in all your projects.

Whether you’re a new user or a professional, by the end of this book, you’ll fully understand how to use Inkscape and its myriad of excellent features to make stunning graphics for your projects.