Illustrator CS5 Bible

A former Group Product Manager for Illustrator takes you on adetailed tour of the new version of IllustratorAdobe Illustrator allows you to create sophisticated artwork fornearly any medium and the newest release boasts enhancements aimedat helping you save time and work more efficiently and intuitively.Written by veteran author Ted Alspach, this authoritative resourcedissects Illustrator CS5 so you can harness the power it has tooffer. You'll begin with a review of Illustrator basics andquickly ramp up to more advanced topics, such as working in 3D,using filters, distorting artwork, applying strokes, and more.* Former Adobe insider Ted Alspach breaks down the powerfulprogram of Illustrator and explores the new features and functionsincluded in the latest version* Begins with the basics of Illustrator, such as working with theinterface and creating Illustrator documents* Shows you how to manipulate type, distort artwork, and applystrokes and fills* Explains transparency, working in 3D, using styles and effects,applying filters, and moreIllustrator has amazing potential that can sometimes bedaunting, but with Illustrator CS5 Bible by your side,you'll learn to put the capabilities of Illustrator to workfor you.