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12/20/2005 01:17:46 AM · #1 |
| I am writing a book, and the publishers have asked for some 'Line art' illustrations (diagrams) for cameras, equipment, shutter, aperture etc. How can I make/draw them digitally? |
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12/20/2005 01:28:50 AM · #2 |
If you're not already familiar with how to do this, you may have a problem. To do them with professional quality is a steep learning curve. The standard programs for vector line art illustrations are Adobe Illustrator and CorelDraw. Tecnical illustrations can best be drawn with one of the many CAD programs out there.
This is a whole other world, though... I've lived in it, it's tough.
With Corel or Illustrator you can load up a digital photograph (of a camera, say) and then you can use a "trace" function to convert it into a line drawing; but you'll certainly need to do additional drawing on that to make it look right.
Robt. |
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12/20/2005 01:40:25 AM · #3 |
I have heard that some lineart CDs are also available for illustrations on specific subjects, like Photography. But not sure where to find them.
Someone with a background in desktop publishing may help!
Message edited by author 2005-12-20 01:40:43. |
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12/20/2005 01:55:35 AM · #4 |
In my experience the best tool for line art is a vector graphics program (Adobe Illustrator, Corel Draw, Macromedia Fireworks, or Inkscape [FREE]). Though one can do excellent work with a mouse, natural looking lines are often best created with a graphics tablet (check out Wacom as a good manufacturer).
[Edit: Once again too late, sorry for the duplication]
Message edited by author 2005-12-20 02:02:06. |
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12/24/2005 12:04:17 AM · #5 |
Any other inputs?
Meanwhile I have managed to photograph my own equipment (an Autofocus SLR, Flashgun, Cable shutter release, lenses, filters and so on...). The publisher had told that if the images are pin-sharp, they can also work as illustrations! |
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12/24/2005 01:31:31 AM · #6 |
Shoot a photo as sharp as you can then remove distractions in the background, then send it to there photo editor and see if it's up to their standards.
In the old days they used line drawings or "air-brushed" photos for technical manuals. You can do a lot more with Photoshop than they could then.
Also if your working with general concepts you may be able to use line drawings from various camera manufacturers or catalog publishers if your publisher will give them a little credit line for the image.
Also some stock image companies also have generic line drawings of various hardware items such as photography equipment. Don't remember those that I've seen in the past but know they are around.
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12/24/2005 02:44:37 AM · #7 |
The notion of asking manufacturers to provide the line art is a very good one.
Message edited by author 2005-12-24 02:44:50. |
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