Combining Paths

Basic Path Construction with Pathfinders

Overview: Create an illustration by joining and intersecting objects using the Pathfinder panel’s Unite, Minus Front, and Intersect.

PUTNAM

To create many eye-catching stock illustrations like the one above, Ryan Putnam frequently uses the Pathfinder panel. Using the Pathfinder’s Unite, Minus Front, and Intersect, you too can easily create compelling character illustrations. (See the CC sections in this chapter for details on how to construct and modify objects created with Live Rectangles ...

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