Objective: Create a portrait created from typography with Adobe Illustrator. Directions:
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1. Import photograph to be traced. Lock down as a template. 2. Break down form into simple enclosed shapes. 3. Make sure each shape is on the top most layer. Go Object > Arrange > Bring to Front. 4. Type a word using Arial Bold Font. Consider the color of the font. 5. Hold down the shift key while using the black arrow to select the typed word and shape. 6. Go Object > Envelope Distort > Make with Top Object 7. Tip! Rotate the letter to conform to the intended direction before applying the Envelope Distort. You may need to play with the rotation of the letter a few times before getting the perfect fit for the shape. Comments are closed.
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