Graphics Programs Reference
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Outlining the 3D model with open paths, using the Pen tool and Smart Guides
After he outlined the basic shapes of the building, Del Vechio turned Smart
Guides off while he drew the doors and windows more freely on their own
layer. Even though the 3D model had curved lines, in order to create the
slightly off-kilter look of an illustration, he used only straight segments
(except for the arched door and circular window). After tracing the artwork,
he selected it all and clicked on it with the Live Paint Bucket tool (hidden
under the Shape Builder tool). Once converted to a Live Paint group, the
content of all the layers automatically moved into the top layer. Del Vechio
next needed to select and delete a few unwanted segments. While the
Selection tool selects objects and the Direct Selection tool selects paths, he
was able to use the Live Paint Selection tool to select, then delete, individual
faces and line segments.
