Friday, September 23, 2011

Review Week 6

What is the pen tool used for?
It is used to create lines, curves, and shapes.

How can you manipulate a path/line in Illustrator? Discuss the use of the white arrow tool, pen+, pen-, and convert too.
You can use the white arrow tool to change the line or curve by clicking individual anchor points. Also, the pen+ and pen- can be used to add anchor points for to deduct anchor points.

How can you utilize the layers palette in Illustrator?
The layers pallet can be used for guidelines to make a replica or the image (like tracing); they also can be hidden or locked.

How do you create a clipping mask in Adobe Illustrator?
First you make a box (rectangle) around what you want to clip. Then, you use the black arrow tool to highlight the whole design and the rectangle. Go up to object, clipping mask, make.

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