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Year 8 Computing – Using Vector Graphics

Task 2 – Using transparency

simple 3 circles logo

Shapes and text form the basics of most of what you need to use Vector Graphics for. There are lots of interesting things you can do with shapes.

PDF iconTransparent graphic task

PDF iconTransparency in vector graphic shapes

PDF iconSetting up an image

You can use transparency to make a logo like the one on the right with three overlapping circles.

blue moon logo

Task 3 – Using gradient colours

Using colour gradients adds a little more complexity.

A colour gradient is where the colour fades from dark to light. Using this without a shape outline can be really quite interesting.

This can be a bit tricky, so use the screenshots carefully.

PDF iconColour gradients

Challenges

First lesson (BST logo)

The London Underground uses a design called a roundel as its logo. It's copied and used all over the world as it's such a cool design.

PDF iconMaking a roundel challenge

Can you make an animal face using vector graphic tools?.

PDF iconAnimal face challenge