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    Convert to vector

    I would like to convert tid bits of this graphic to vector. I am using some of the patterns for a computer case and i need to provide the artwork to the company that will cut out the design in sandblast masking material.

    What is the best way to re-create this?
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    what programs do you have?

    if you're good/decent with the pen tool in illustrator or flash, you'd be able to trace it out pretty well. Then you'd save it/export it as an EPS.

    you could try to do the auto trace feature in illustrator, but you'll lose the small details in the image. I usually don't suggest doing this.

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    Illustrtor/photoshop etc..., so the pen tool?
    All out of Honey Buffers, so i grabed a few Goose Heads

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    That worked ok, but some of the edges are straight going around the curves, is there an option to smooth>?

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    not really, you just have to place your pen points better and adjust the curves

    i've found another thread in another forum that explains this well. It's in regards to making fonts, but the principles are the same. One of the most useful quotes is as follows:

    "Generally, you want to use as few control points as possible. Too many points makes it hard to get a smooth, flowing line on a long curve. Too few points restricts the possible path the curve can follow."

    http://www.typophile.com/node/37374
    Last edited by lefteyewilly; 05-04-2008 at 09:51 PM.

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    http://vectormagic.com/
    try the free trial and download it as PDF,AI or whatever.

    Otherwise learn to draw with flash,- the use of instances ect.

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    Download the .dpf is better I guess.

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