Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
Select points within the mesh using either the Mesh tool or the Lasso tool, using the
Direct Selection tool to move multiple selected points. Move individual anchor points
and adjust direction handles with the Mesh tool in order to reshape your gradient
mesh gridlines. In this way, the color and tonal transitions of the gradient will match
the contour of the mesh object. Recolor selected areas of the mesh by selecting
points, then choosing a new color.
Using the Add Anchor Point tool, using the Lasso to select a point,
moving selected point (or points) with the
Direct Selection tool
If you hold Option/Alt while you click in the area
between
mesh points with the
Eyedropper tool, you'll add the Fill color to the four nearest mesh points.
By using these tools and editing techniques, Jackmore was able to create hills with
color and light variations that suggest the subtlety of natural light upon the contours
of organic forms.
The hills shown filled with linear gradients, which when converted
to gradient meshes are easier to edit than radial gradients
The middle hill, shown after making mesh adjustments
