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3 Choose Modify > Convert to Bitmap.
The flowers become a bitmap and the bitmap is stored in the Library panel.
creating curves
You’ve used the Selection tool to pull and push on the edges of shapes to intuitively
make curves. For more precise control, you can use the Pen tool (
).
Using the pen tool
Now you’ll create a soothing, wave-like background graphic.
1 Choose Insert > Timeline > Layer, and name the new layer dark brown wave.
2 Drag the layer to the bottom of the layer stack.
3 Lock all the other layers.
4 In the Tools panel, select the Pen tool (
).
5 Set the Stroke color to dark brown.
6 Begin your shape by clicking on the Stage to establish the first anchor point.
7 Click on another part of the Stage to indicate the next anchor point in your
shape. When you want to create a smooth curve, click and drag with the
Pen tool.
A handle appears from the anchor point, indicating the curvature of the line.
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Lesson 2
Working with Graphics