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How do you select and color only certain areas of a cartoon figure's outline using Adobe illustrator?

I have been placing and live tracing my cartoon sketches in illustrator. It is super easy to color the blank areas using the paint bucket, but I can't figure out how to color the original black sketch with the colors that it touches (like part of the outline the hair color, part of the outline the skin color, part of the outline the shirt color, etc)

Any suggestions?How do you select and color only certain areas of a cartoon figure's outline using Adobe illustrator?
You would have to break up the outline into constituent parts so you have one for hair colour, one for shirt etc. To do that you first expand your live trace, duplicate it on another layer and remove the parts that are not to be coloured, you will then need to join the paths that are left (otherwise it will fill from the two open points), then apply the colour you want and move on to the next section.

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How to redraw images in Illustrator?

I have some jpeg images which I would like to redraw in Illustrator with a line depth of 0.01. How do I go about this?How to redraw images in Illustrator?
The basics ate to select the pen tool and create the outline of the image. You can select colours with the swatch and apply it within the lines.

Illustrator is very limited as a graphics type program, I'd suggest using adobe photoshop for this type of work.How to redraw images in Illustrator?
When I was first starting out before I knew a whole lot about illustrator and how much you can actually do with it (because believe it or not when people say there isn't much to it, there really is and there are some fun stuff you could really do)

was to scan the picture and then lock that layer down on Illustrator. Then I would create another layer and use the pen tool to go over whatever it is I wanted. Pretty straight forward.
you can draw the jpeg images thru illustrator by usign autotrace.. in coreldraw right click the image and click the trace to bitmap

How do I trace over lines of an image in Adobe Illustrator CS2?

I have a black and white image in Illustrator and some sections of the edges are missing. I need to somewhat ';connect-the-dots';/trace over the lines so that the edges are whole again. How can I do this?How do I trace over lines of an image in Adobe Illustrator CS2?
can you attach the picture so i can see it??

now i guess you can do this i suppose it'll work but I'm not sure because i don't know what the picture looks like...

1. file : place : select the image you want to edit...

2. when it opens press : Ctrl + 2 (this will lock the image so it won't move when you're working)

3. select the pen tool and connect the dots...

4. when you're done... you can save the picture .jpegHow do I trace over lines of an image in Adobe Illustrator CS2?
go to ';Object'; ';live trace'; ';make'; - it works okay for simple images, but can get messy. otherwise just use the pen tool and go over the lines.

What is the typical hourly pay rates for an independent storybook illustrator?

I'm starting my own illustrating company dealing with story illustrations, tattoo designs and portraits and I'm trying to figure out a fair price to charge my clients.What is the typical hourly pay rates for an independent storybook illustrator?
To charge someting that is fare would mean to charge them what is affordable?

Find a common ground where you and your client can be satisfied. You can start off small and call it a special. Your clients will begin referring people to you. If you over charge no one will be referred to you. Charge based on how long it takes you but if you know you're slow then it wouldn't be fair.

A piece that honestly takes you 8 hours you should charge between $50 - $100.

Theoretically you can always take another 8 hours and do another peice for $50 - $100

So what should you charge $50 or $100?

Use the following to help you decide. The more yes's you answer the close to $100 you should charge. In order to charge more you'd have to be well known, and desired. (High Demand)

Consider your expenses: (These raise your fees)

1. Are you traveling to work?

2. Do you have employees to pay?

3. Do you have other job related expenses?

Consider your credentials: (These raise your worth)

1. Did you attend and graduate from any art schools (High School Colleges)?

2. Are you a member of any art affiliation?

3. Have you been doing this for many years?

4. Do you have a reputable list of referrals?

5. Any of your work Published?

Good Luck

-CHEZ

Is it easier to find work as a photographer or an illustrator?

I am not trained in either, but am interested in both. I'd like to pursue one or both as hobbies with the potential of turning one into a source of income. I am also interested in schooling for either.Is it easier to find work as a photographer or an illustrator?
I think it's only easier if you're good at it.

I would personally say illustrator, but that's only because in photography I have a shaky hand and click at the wrong time. Some people are good at picking up a pencil and just drawing.

Just find what you're better at of the two, and build up from there.

How do you estimate what the pen tool will do in illustrator?

I know how to use it for the most part, but it's so hard to determine exactly where it will go. Are there any guidelines/general rules of thumb to follow.How do you estimate what the pen tool will do in illustrator?
It kinda depends. If you want just straight lines, then just clicking along without any drag will do. If you want to do curves then click on where you want an anchor point to be, then while holding down your mouse, drag along till you get what you'd like. If you release and you don't like how it turned out, then just keep going along and you can edit the shape once you're all done by selecting it with the white/clear arrow tool

How can i become an illustrator?

I would like to be an illustrator ( for children's books mostly) but i don't know where to start!

I have a degree in fine art, but i was wondering if i would need to study illustration? I have been told by tutors that i have very strong drawing skills and an eye for detail. Is this enough?

My work is mostly free hand but i work on computers too. I can also make animations.How can i become an illustrator?
I saw a culture show and they featured a local illustrator. Apparently watercolors do WONDERS for the storybook effect. Learn to do watercolors with ink outlines, and get a good camera so you can edit your stuff with Paint Shop Pro or Adobe Photoshop CS.

Make sure you have a good strong PC, too.

I'm not sure how to get started on the career aspect, but you could speak to a publisher like Ladybird Books and they could hook you up I guess... Yeah. Speak to the publishers.

Oh yeah, like Carolyn said, get yourself a portfolio together. That's essential.How can i become an illustrator?
Get a graphics card if you haven't already got one. Then practice with it loads until you get good with it. Then get into coloring digitally, get Photoshop or Illustrator or GIMP if you don't want to pay.

Then I would suggest uploading all your work onto Deviant Art or another popular Art sharing site. Get yourself noticed, share work with similar artists and friends.

go to your local bookstore and get a copy of the Writers and Artists Yearbook. there's one printed every year. its a database of publishing houses and printers. and details what they are looking for. from children's books, to greetings cards. once you have decided on who you are going to approach. you need to send them some examples.

its also a good idea to ask them what they think of your work, and if they can offer you suggestions. Many publishers will not take you up straight away. or flatly refuse your work. but you just keep trying. I tend to send to 20 at a time.
Just do a good portfolio of illustrations and present it well and either write or phone publishing houses and ask their advice....