#9p3 Changing Worlds - Lesson 27 - Creating a Vector Sprite

Lesson Objectives:To develop skills in Adobe Illustrator

Outcomes:You will have created a vector image using Adobe Illustrator

Starter

You have 10 minutes to find out:


1. What is a vector graphic?
2. What advantages do they have?
3. What is Adobe's vector graphic software?

Main

RED TASK

Open Adobe Illustrator, choose one of these tutorials and try creating a character like the one above, using Adobe Illustrator! **Click on the monster to take you straight to the tutorial.

AMBER TASK

Explore some other things that you can do in Adobe Illustrator

GREEN TASK

Create a sprite for the main character in your game

1. The sprites must be 32X32 pixels in Adobe Illustrator
2. They must have a transparent background
3. You must save it for the web (go to File - Save for web and devices + choose png-24)

 

Plenary

Showcase your work!