graphic design and illustration

tracing

a process used to convert raster graphics to vector graphics

raster graphics

an image formed by a pattern of dots called pixels also called a bitmap

vector graphic

an image that is created using paths or lines

workspace

any arrangement of panels bars and windows in an adobe application

computer graphic

anything that can be seen on the computer and device screen

importing

bringing information such as a graphic ,form one file into another file

balance

objects are arranged symmetrical arranged objects are evenly balanced while asymmetrical arranged objects are unevenly balanced

draw programs

programs used to create and edit vector images

paint programs

programs used to create open view and edit raster images

graphic

refers to any visual image or object

layers

stacks of information placed on top of each other to create a graphic

white space

the blank area between objects in a graphic or on a page

contrast

the difference in shape and color used to create a comparsion

shape

the outline of an area or figure

texture

the quality of the surface of shapes , causing them to look smooth like glass or rough like sand

proportion

the size and location of one object in relation to other objects

color

the way an eye sees light

exporting

when data is saved in a format that can be used in another application