Converting Bitmap or Pixel-based Images to Vector-based
Posted on December 2, 2008
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As a follow-up to my post from yesterday, here is a cool online tool you can use to convert images to vector-based. I’ve used it before and it works pretty well.
LINK: [ http://vectormagic.com/ ]
They also have a desktop application for Windows and Mac available. Visit them online to download a trial.
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Head-to-Head: Vector VS. Pixel
Posted on December 1, 2008
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The Vector-based vs. Pixel-based discussion is a frequent and somewhat abstract concept that I find myself having to explain quite often. This is no fault of anyone. For people not immersed in graphics design, all that most clients care about is whether or not their logo looks good on their buildings, website, stationery and those cool office mugs (I love coffee mugs). The underlying concepts are the things we uppity designers are paid to know about.
Kind of like me and auto mechanics. Don’t know…don’t want to know – just tell me where to sign (but don’t think I’m a complete idiot).
The folks over at MacMerc.com nailed it with a short and easy-to-understand tutorial on the differences. They did such a good job…why don’t you just head on over and give it a play. This would be a great page to bookmark and pass along to your clients if they actually care to know the differences.
LINK: [ http://www.macmerc.com/news/archives/4659 ]
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For the Love of Free Books – CSS Stylin’
Posted on November 28, 2008
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The folks over at Sitepoint are offering a free eBook on CSS called “The Art & Science of CSS”. From my initial review, this is a great primer both for those learning CSS and those who currently use CSS but are on the look-out for more resources. When it comes to stylesheet design, I don’t have a “too-much” scale when it comes to the tools and tricks of the trade. The link to acquire the free book/download is over at http://twitaway.com.
On the matter of free eBooks – there are often many opportunities for “free” stuff if you keep your eyes open. Chris Garrett of chrisg.com has a free offering if you subscribe to his RSS feed – there are currently 2 free eBook offerings in exchange for a simple (free) subscription.
These days (or any day for that matter) … free is a great price.
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