Inkscape

[|Inkscape] is an open-source vector graphics editor similar to Adobe Illustrator and __#|Corel Draw__. What **are** vector graphics you ask? Vector graphics **is** the use of geometrical points, lines, curves, and shapes, which are all based on mathematical equations, to represent images in computer graphics.


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**//__ Lesson #1: Introduction to Inkscape __//**
View this tutorial. __#|Apply__ the concepts as you view them.

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For your reference --- [|Inkscape Introduction Tutorial]

Click [|link] to access Lesson 1. //Lesson 1: Find out what Inkscape is, how to run it, and all the Inkscape essentials you'll need to know to// get started //creating your own artwork.//

[|Exercises]
 * //Create a series of circles; Create a series of rectangles.//**
 * //Bonus Exercise: Create a star.//**

[|Lesson 2] //Lesson 2: Learn how to create shapes and paths, and how to use the pen tool.// [|**//Exercises//**] **//Create a flowery scene; Create a cloudy night scene.//**
 * //__ Lessons #2 and #3: __//**
 * //Bonus Exercise: Create a space invader//**

[|Lesson 3] //Lesson 3: Learn more complex path techniques and how you could use Inkscape to work with type.// [|Exercises] **//Create a type composition that reflects a popular music groups style, personality, and message.//**
 * //Bonus Exercise: Create a type composition of your name that reflects your personality. Pirnt in color. Turn in for credit.//**


 * //__ Lesson #4: __//**

[|Lesson 4] View all lessons, then go on the Design Activity and Exercise. Lesson 4: //Learn more about working with type.// Lesson 5: //Find out how to make linear and radial gradients and use patterns.// Lesson 6: //Find out how to align and arrange objects.// Lesson 7: //Find out how to export your work for printing and sharing//

Exercise: **//Create an original floral motif//**
 * Design Activity**: //Design a [|floral motif tutorial]//
 * //Print in color. Turn in for credit//**

Inkscape Tutorial - [|Kokeshi Doll] //__**Exercise:**__ **Create an original Kokeshi Doll**// //**Print in color. Turn in for credit.**//
 * //__ Lesson #5: __//**

Inkscape Tutorial - [|Cartoon Fish] Exercise: **//Create an original __#|Cartoon Fish__.//**
 * //__ Lesson #6: __//**
 * //__#|Print in color__. Turn in for credit.//**

Creating a Comic Picture
 * //__ Lesson #7: __//**
 * //__#|Print in color__. Turn in for credit.//**

[|Sticker with Folded Edge]
 * //__ Lesson #8: __//**
 * //__#|Print in color__. Turn in for credit.//**