The Corel-Authorized Guide to CorelDRAW®—Updated for CorelDRAW X8 provides comprehensive coverage of the latest version of this powerful graphic design software. Perfect for both beginners and experienced illustrators, this thoroughly revised guide offers in-depth instructions on creating top-tier commercial graphics and exquisite artwork using CorelDRAW X8. Discover how to work in a customizable interface that reflects the Windows® Metro style, understand the menus, palettes, and dockers, and lay out professional documents such as brochures and flyers.

Explore advanced features like adding paragraph, artistic, and custom-shaped text, searching for fonts, vector patterns, and background designs through the Content Exchange, and using tools such as Perspective, Extrude, Smear, Twirl, Attract, Repel, and Distortion. Learn to incorporate lens effects, transparency, shadows, glows, and bevels into your designs. With layout and design tips from Gary David Bouton, you’ll discover how to put all the elements together in a professional, visually compelling way that matches what you see on your monitor.

CorelDRAW X8: The Official Guide is the ultimate resource for anyone looking to master CorelDRAW X8 and create stunning graphic designs. Whether you’re a designer or an illustrator, this book will take your skills to the next level.

ISBN-13: 978-1259860218

Publisher: McGraw Hill

Publication Date: February 3, 2017