Overview
This book can be used in a variety of programs at all levels from high-school to four-year. It is suitable for graphic arts and design courses, as well as multimedia and web page instruction. This volume also functions as a valuable reference for professionals already working in the field.
Synopsis
Digital Drawing with FreeHand takes a version-free approach to giving the user practical knowledge and skills for using FreeHand in a real-world work environment, whether it's print, web or PDF multimedia. The primary focus of the book is to teach skills that add value to the digital publishing professional. FreeHand in a real-world work environment, whether it's print, web or PDF multimedia. The primary focus of the book is to teach skills that add value to the digital publishing professional. FreeHand is presented within an environment that uses QuarkXPress, PageMaker, or a WYSIWYG website creation program. The book is written in a clear and easy-to-understand style. It also provokes thought and discussion. It is flexible and may easily be tailored to the needs of specific users in specific situations. The entire gamut of options offered by FreeHand is discussed with critical commentary on what works and what does not. All of the coursework can be taught in a traditional classroom setting or online.
Booknews
Introduces practical skills covering the production requirements of offset lithography, screen printing, electrostatic printing, and inkjet printing; strategies to determine when to use FreeHand and when other types of software are appropriate; and how to integrate FreeHand with other software used by the publishing industry. The CD-ROM contains a website with projects and exercises. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)