Simply select the line segment and click on the Options of Selected Object button in the Brushes palette. If you find one particular line segment that has a brush stroke you don’t like, there is a way to edit it without affecting all other lines employing the same brush. You can always edit a brush by doubleclicking on it in the Brushes palette and applying the modifications to existing strokes. Use certain brushes for areas that share common angles. Use this method over and over again in order to create lines and then apply modified brush strokes to them. Select both line segments and then click on an oval calligraphic brush in the Brushes palette to add brush strokes.Īpply the modification to the existing strokes when prompted. This will convert your stroke to a vector object, breaking its link with the original, and allowing you to edit it with tools such as the Direct Selection tool.Īlthough visible in Outline and Preview mode, it’s a good idea to use no object fill colour when creating the lines for your template layer to avoid distraction when previewing the art. To convert your strokes to actual objects, choose Object> ExpandAppearance. This is because the actual strokes are live effects. Once you’ve applied the stroke, edit the Angle, Roundness and Diameter.ĮXPANDING When you switch to Outline viewing mode you’ll see all of the paths to which strokes are applied, minus the strokes. Use the Pen tool to draw some more lines and then apply the duplicated brush stroke to them.
This enables you to create an edited version of the brush without affecting existing strokes. With the new layer targeted, use the Pen tool to draw a couple of curved line segments, using the underlying template as a guide.Ĭhoose Duplicate Brush from the Brushes palette menu to duplicate your brush. Click the Create New Layer button in the Layers palette to create a new layer. Now that you have a muted template to trace, it’s time to begin creating the black outlines. Click OK and then choose the Apply To Strokes option when prompted to affect the existing strokes. With the Preview option enabled, adjust the Angle, Roundness and Diameter until the existing strokes start to take on the desired shape.
This converts your layer into a template layer that is automatically locked.ĭouble-click the brush thumbnail you just clicked in the Brushes palette to access the brush options. Enter a value of 30 per cent and click OK. Once you check this box, the dim images option will enable automatically. Enable the template feature by checking the template checkbox. In the Layers palette, double-click the layer thumbnail to access the Layer Options box. Once the artwork is placed in your file, adjust the size if necessary by shift-dragging the bounding box corner handle and fit it within the art board. Navigate to the koi.jpg file provided on the CD and click the Place button. Launch Illustrator and then choose File>Place from the menu.
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In the first part of this three-part series I’ll be showing you step-by-step how to create beautiful outline art, but be sure to check out the next issue so that you can learn how to add colour, work with symbols and master the art of working with clipping masks. This way you can toggle between modes as you work, and have a constant visible guide. Sketch, a template layer will give you the opportunity to keep your sketch visible in Outline or Preview mode.
Illustrator’s brushes are the ideal tool for such a task they provide flexibility, control, and lend themselves well to a nonlinear workflow. At the end of it all, when colour and shading are complete, if the line work of the tattoo is not crisp, uniform and sharp, the results will be less than impressive. Arguably one of the most important aspects of successful tattoo design is the quality of the initial black line work. In addition to its natural beauty, it has come to represent advancement and aspiration.
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In part one of his new Adobe Illustrator masterclass on digital skin art, Derek Lea reveals the benefits of using template layers and explains the intricacies of creating and working with custom brush strokes The koi fish is one of the most beautiful, popular and recognisable Japanese tattoo symbols. In addition to writing and illustrating, Derek teaches an illustration course at Toronto’s International Academy of Design. Derek Lea is an awardwinning illustrator and author.
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