Inkscape — Basics of Computer Graphics (INKSC)

Graphics, 2D Graphics

This beginner course teaches the fundamentals of vector graphics with Inkscape, using hands-on tasks to create icons, logos and printed or digital materials. You will edit scalable artwork, manage document properties and export reliable SVG and PDF files.

Alongside tool practice, the course covers basic composition, color theory and essential design principles for print and web. You will practice path editing, working with layers, converting text to curves, vectorizing raster images and preparing correct export settings.

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• Introduction to computer graphics
1. Types of computer graphics
2. Role of vector editors in the graphic workflow
3. Popular software and comparison with Inkscape, interoperability

• Getting started with Inkscape
1. Navigating the interface and view modes
2. Document properties and editing page format
3. Saving files; SVG and PDF formats

• Simple shapes
1. Creating and editing basic shapes
2. Color theory basics
3. Fill and stroke of objects
4. Types of fills: solid, gradient, pattern, texture

• Guides and helpers
1. Rulers, guides and grid
2. Object snapping

• Object transformations
1. Selection, grouping, moving, rotating, skewing
2. Copying, duplicating and cloning
3. Alignment, locking and stacking order

• Paths (curves)
1. Creating paths, node types and node editing
2. Combining shapes: union, difference, intersection

• Layers
1. Creating, organizing and using layers

• Vectorizing raster graphics
1. Demonstrations of automatic raster-to-vector conversion

• Text
1. Basic overview of fonts
2. Creating and formatting text
3. Converting text to paths

• External graphics
1. Importing and cropping raster images

• Output for print and web

Assumed knowledge:

Basic computer skills and willingness to learn vector graphics.

Schedule:

2 days (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM )

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