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Learning the Curve

Tuesday, May 6th, 2008

Swirls and curves are so in right now. Actually, they might be so in, that they’re overdone and on their way out. But I don’t care because they are so pretty!

And here’s the kicker. I just learned how to make perfect swirls using the spiral tool in illustrator. OK see… I always knew the tool was there, and I’ve used it before. But to use it to make the type swirls I so desperately? Never crossed my mind it could be so simple. Really, considering the number of years I’ve used Illustrator, it’s shocking how little I know about it. I use it to draw stuff with my nifty Wacom, but then I move everything over into photoshop to fancy it up and finish it off. One day I will sit and take the time to learn more… really… :whatever_sb:

But anyway, now I know how to make all types of proper swirls. This is a dangerous tool in my hands. I’m sure of it.

Written by Irma | Posted in The Artist

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7 Responses to “Learning the Curve”

  1. Samuel | May 6th, 2008 | 9:47 pm

    Oh man! I haven’t figured out what purpose the swirl tool has. I can kind of see what you mean with that picture though. I’ve only been using Illustrator for 7 months, so I’m sure there’s a ton I don’t know about it yet.

  2. Erika | May 7th, 2008 | 4:31 pm

    Are you kidding?! Swirls have always been around and will continue to be around! I’ve been obsessed with them for years, and that’s what? like at least 25 years, right? :thumbsup_sb:

    just go along with it, would ya! ;)

  3. Shelby | May 7th, 2008 | 8:26 pm

    So pretty! :worship_sb: Darn wish I could do stuff like that. Seriously, I can barely freehand a circle properly!

  4. sketched out | May 8th, 2008 | 7:08 pm

    Yep, the swirl is here to stay. It’s such a fun design device. I never get sick of it, although there those who claim they are.

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and your nice comment! I really like your blog and your comic strip is adorable. I’ve taken stabs at comics myself. You are inspiring me to try again. This is a fun place, I’m adding you to my feed thingymabob. I must return!

  5. Chrissy | May 10th, 2008 | 3:46 pm

    So pretty! I hope curves aren’t on their way out. So much more elegant and natural compared to sharp corners and squares. Great job!

  6. Sandra | May 11th, 2008 | 3:42 am

    I use illustrator but I have not learnt the swirl tool yet. Another one to learn but I know that I have a lot to learn about illustrator. BTW I love the drawing. :)

  7. Irma | May 11th, 2008 | 9:35 am

    Haha! Okay, I’ll submit to you guys… perhaps the swirl has always been around and always will be. I guess I just never paid much attention! :embarrassed_sb:

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