Freehand

Description

This course introduces the learner to Macromedia FreeHand. Students will learn how to use Freehand's tools to design a logo. Students will use the logo to create a document that will server as a corporate identity. Students will organize and manage complex illustrations, and even create an animation that will then be used in a Flash animation. Students will need a copy of Freehand. A 30-day trial is available.

Objectives

• Students will work with the basic tools in Freehand to create a drawing.
• Students will add page and text to their Freehand project.
• Students will use Freehand to edit their products to add colors, gradients and use styles for quick formatting.
• Students will use the Layer features of Freehand to manipulate their projects.
• Students will use the Pen Tool in Freehand to create and edit image objects.
• Students will use Freehand tools to add special effects to their projects.
• Students will use the page layout features of Freehand to create text document layouts.
• Students will use Freehand to define symbols and brushes to make editing and creating images easier.
• Students will use Freehand to create animated artwork to be used on web pages.
• Student will use what they have learned in Freehand to create a final project.

Book

Lesson 1: Freehand Basics

Read and work the examples in Lesson 1 in the book.

Lesson 2: Adding Pages and Text

Read and work the examples in Lesson 2 in the book.

Lesson 3: Colors, Gradients and Styles

Read and work the examples in Lesson 3 in the book.

Lesson 4: Using Layers

Read and work the examples in Lesson 4 in the book.

Lesson 5: Using Points and Paths

Read and work the examples in Lesson 5 in the book.

Lesson 6: Adding Special Effects

Read and work the examples in Lesson 6 in the book.

Lesson 7: Page Layout and Printing

Read and work the examples in Lesson 7 in the book.

Lesson 8: Symbols, Brushes and Hoses

Read and work the examples in Lesson 8 in the book.

Lesson 9: Creating Animations and Movies

Read and work the examples in Lesson 9 in the book.

Lesson 10: Putting it all Together

Review Lessons 1 - 10 in the book.

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