by Martin Perhiniak | Publisher: Total Training | Release Date: October 2014 | ISBN: 10000MPPEN000

"Most of the tools of Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign are easy to learn and understand, but there is one major exception: the Pen tool. In this course you'll become a Vector Master by following along and practicing the many exercises presented. You'll be amazed at your new skills and abilities using this comprehensive and versatile tool. In this course you'll become a Vector Master by following along and practicing the many exercises presented. You'll be amazed at your new skills and abilities using this comprehensive and versatile tool."

1. PEN TOOL BASICS
   • Introduction 00:01:11
   • What is the Point? 00:03:28
   • Pen Tool Options 00:08:17
2. DRAWING WITH THE PEN TOOL
   • Drawing Straight Lines 00:06:41
   • Drawing Curves 00:16:34
   • Drawing Complex Shapes 00:14:15
   • Drawing Symmetrical Shapes 00:08:42
3. WORKING WITH PATHS
   • Creating Custom Shapes and Symbols 00:07:02
   • Creating Custom Frames in InDesign 00:03:42
   • Selecting, Editing and Saving Paths 00:05:41
   • Combining Paths 00:08:23
   • Smooth Tool and Simplify Path 00:04:04
4. PEN TOOL WORKFLOWS
   • Making a Selection with Paths 00:04:11
   • Masking with Paths 00:04:51
   • Type on a Path 00:02:56
   • Stroke Paths 00:04:47
   • 3D Shapes from Paths 00:02:59