http://tc.eserver.org/dir/Design/Graphic-Design/Technical-Illustration/Adobe-Illustrator A listing of the most recently indexed works about Design and Graphic Design and Technical Illustration and Adobe Illustrator in the field of technical communication. en-us Copyright (c) 2005-10 by the EServer. All rights reserved. tclib-editorial@eserver.org (TC Library Editorial Board) webmaster@eserver.org (Geoffrey Sauer) http://tc.eserver.org/images/newlogo.gif http://tc.eserver.org/dir/Design/Graphic-Design/Technical-Illustration/Adobe-Illustrator http://tc.eserver.org/25428.html http://tc.eserver.org/25428.html It's the subtle transitions in color that give the illusion of three dimensions in two-dimensional artwork. Gradients are used to simulate light hitting a curved or angular surface. The gradual blending from one color to another is the key. Linear and radial gradients can be used effectively to show flat and rounded shapes, but Illustrator's gradient meshes are best for creating complex shapes. http://tc.eserver.org/21963.html http://tc.eserver.org/21963.html An under-the-hood look at Illustrator's versatile unite filter. http://tc.eserver.org/21928.html http://tc.eserver.org/21928.html If you create technical art in Illustrator, check out these tips - in fact, check them out even if you don't.