Inkscape: From Beginner to Pro In Inkscape & Graphic Design

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1 - Introduction

1 -Course Introduction.mp4

02:24

2 - Inkscape Quick Start

1 -Create a New Composition.mp4

02:39

2 -Save Your Work and Set Up File Recovery.mp4

03:19

3 -Intro to Drawing Shapes.mp4

03:56

4 -How to Install Fonts in Inkscape.mp4

02:49

5 -Intro to Adding Text.mp4

04:20

6 -Intro to Drawing Paths.mp4

07:04

7 -Intro to Importing Images.mp4

07:32

8 -Intro to Exporting Images.mp4

04:31

3 - The Inkscape Layout

1 -The Welcome Dialog.mp4

06:35

2 -The Inkscape Layout (User Interface).mp4

12:24

3 -Customize Your Inkscape Document.mp4

07:04

4 -Customize Inkscape Guides.mp4

02:58

5 -Customize Inkscape Grids.mp4

07:23

4 - Drawing Shapes in Inkscape

1 -Rectangle Tool (In-depth).mp4

10:08

2 -EllipseArc Tool (In-depth).mp4

08:38

3 -Class Project Design a Vector Clock.mp4

16:20

3 -colors for clock illustration project.zip

4 -StarPolygon Tool.mp4

08:57

5 -3D Box Tool.mp4

08:26

6 -Spiral Tool.mp4

05:03

5 - Drawing Paths and Curves in Inkscape

1 -Pen Tool (Introduction).mp4

07:53

2 -Drawing Paths and Curves Practice.mp4

03:10

2 -inkscape path practice by davies media design.zip

3 -Node Tool (Introduction).mp4

05:46

4 -Insert or Delete Nodes.mp4

06:00

4 -inkscape node tool practice by davies media design.zip

5 -Join Nodes or Break Apart Segments.mp4

09:01

6 -Node Types.mp4

05:01

7 -Class Project Design a Badge Logo with Paths.mp4

12:36

7 -badge logo class project.zip

8 -Straighten Lines, Curve Lines, and Round Corners for Paths.mp4

03:41

9 -Convert Objects and Strokes to Paths.mp4

03:23

6 - Working with Text in Inkscape

1 -Text Tool (Advanced).mp4

11:02

1 -usa go for launch social post background.zip

2 -Create Vertical Text.mp4

03:03

3 -Place Text Around a Circle.mp4

04:00

4 -Class Project Design a Business Logo.mp4

13:43

4 -rule of thirds guides for logo.zip

7 - Colors

1 -Color Palette.mp4

07:38

1 -colors lecture.zip

2 -Fill and Stroke Dialog.mp4

11:20

3 -Stroke Style.mp4

12:40

3 -jack o lantern stencil.zip

4 -Gradient Tool.mp4

12:22

4 -colors lecture gradients.zip

5 -Mesh Tool.mp4

14:10

5 -cherry composition.zip

8 - Boolean Operations

1 -Introduction to Boolean Operations.mp4

01:24

1 -boolean operations composition.zip

2 -Union.mp4

01:15

3 -Difference.mp4

00:45

4 -Intersection.mp4

00:41

5 -Exclusion.mp4

00:45

6 -Division.mp4

00:54

7 -Cut Path.mp4

02:25

8 -Introduction to Boolean Operations (Part 2).mp4

00:43

8 -boolean operations part 2 composition.zip

9 -Combine.mp4

01:54

10 -Break Apart.mp4

02:19

11 -Split Path.mp4

02:29

12 -Fracture.mp4

01:29

13 -Flatten.mp4

01:10

14 -Class Project Design a Vector Icon.mp4

09:08

Description

Master Inkscape, the free Illustrator alternative for graphic design, with project-based learning from a 10-year expert.

What You'll Learn?

How to Master Inkscape.
How to use all the tools in the Inkscape toolbox.
The Inkscape layout and its most important features
Important graphic design and vector design concepts like color and font pairing.
The popular Shape Builder tool for combining simple shapes to create complex graphics.
The Inkscape shape tools like the Rectangle, Ellipse, and Polygon tools.
How to master the Pen and Node tools to create vector illustrations.
How to create a vector logo design in Inkscape.
How to create professional vector designs for the web and social media.
How to save, export, and autosave your Inkscape compositions.

Who is this for?

Beginner Inkscape designers looking to become better graphic designers.

All skill levels looking to improve their knowledge of Inkscape's features and tools.

Anyone wanting to learn Inkscape to create their own vector designs or illustrations.

What You Need to Know?

Basic knowledge on how to use a computer and the internet.

No prior Inkscape knowledge required, though some familiarity with creative software may help.

More details

Description
Learn Inkscape, the FREE vector-based graphic design application!Â
In this course, you'll learn everything you need to know to go from a BEGINNER to a PROÂ in Inkscape and vector design. With my step-by-step instructional videos, you'll finally gain mastery of the various features and tools found in this amazing free AdobeÂ Illustrator alternative while learning applicable skills to help you get paid for your designs.
I'm Michael Davies, a 10+ year professional designer and instructor for free and open source creative software. I'm also a certified GoogleÂ UXÂ Designer and YouTuber with over 150,000 subscribers on my channel, Davies MediaÂ Design. Over my career, I've taught millions of students and viewers just like you how to use free software to obtain valuable skills and create stunning works.
This course will teach you important fundamental concepts while also taking a deeper dive into more advanced features to help you succeed in Inkscape. You'll learn how to create logos, work with text, design vector icons, draw shapes, customize settings, and more!
I've included class projects throughout the course to help you directly apply what you learn, while also including quizzes in each section to help you test your knowledge.
Together we will learn:
Drawing with simple shapes using Inkscape's shape tools
Mastering the pen and node tools to create lines, curves, and custom illustrations
Working with text in Inkscape to make custom designs like logos and social media posts
Installing custom fonts to take your designs to the next level
Using color features like palettes and gradients to make designs pop
Using the mesh tool to create more photorealistic vector designs
Importing raster-based images to integrate into your designs or use as a reference
Applying Live PathÂ Effects to objects for non-destructive effects
Designing digital icons to display properly on the web
Customizing your Inkscape document
Customizing the Inkscape User Interface
Using the ShapeÂ Builder tool and Boolean Operations to combine multiple shapes
Working with layers, objects, symbols, and clones
Using the Pages tool to create multi-page compositions (a.k.a. add multiple Artboards)
Learn with the latest version of Inkscape, Inkscape 1.4
And more!
Even if you're a total beginner when it comes to Inkscape or graphic design, I'll help you finally understand Inkscape and its many tools and features so you can create real-world-ready projects. By the end of this course, you will have the skills and confidence to tackle any design project using Inkscape.
Here's what students are saying about the course so far:
"Fantastic course!.. the quality is top-notch. Clear explanations and practical insights make this the best Inkscape course Iâ€™ve taken... Highly recommend!"
- D.Â Yadav
"Very good teacher. Easy too follow."
- Ove. C
Though the course is brand new, students have rated it 4.9/5 stars overall!Â
So what are you waiting for?Â If you've always been confused or lost using Inkscape, it's time to finally go from a beginner to a pro with Inkscape and graphic design!
Who this course is for:
Beginner Inkscape designers looking to become better graphic designers.
All skill levels looking to improve their knowledge of Inkscape's features and tools.
Anyone wanting to learn Inkscape to create their own vector designs or illustrations.

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