Vector Self Portrait

The first project after mastering the Pen Tool is to create an vector self portrait in Illustrator. You may use a picture from an on-line photo account (i.e. Photobucket), use Photo Booth and the iMacs built in camera, or borrow a camera.

REMEMBER the first step in the design process is to do research.

Inspiration

EHS Mac Lab: 01 | 02 Valhalla High School: 01 | 02

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Tips

It’s easier to trace the “lower” images first, then the “top” images (draw your head before your eyes, draw your iris before your pupil).
Experiment with all the tools, pencil, pen, brush, etc… See what tool feels best for each part.
Experiment with line, proportion, and color- they’re the major focus on this project.
USE AND NAME LAYERS for the different parts you draw… it will help when you have to rearrange things.