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How to Track Objects in Illustrator Using the Pen Tool By Emii Digital Art

  Vector art is a popular digital illustration style that uses clean shapes, smooth curves, and flat colors. One of the most important tools for creating vector artwork is the Pen Tool in Adobe Illustrator . In this blog post, I will explain how you can track or trace objects step by step using the Pen Tool to create professional vector designs. Step 1: Import Your Reference Image First, open Adobe Illustrator and create a new document. Go to File → Place and import the image you want to trace. This image will act as your reference while creating the vector artwork. Step 2: Reduce the Image Opacity After placing the image, reduce the opacity to around 40–50% and lock the layer. This will help you clearly see the paths you draw with the Pen Tool while tracing the object. Step 3: Start Tracing with the Pen Tool Select the Pen Tool (P) from the toolbar and start clicking along the edges of the object you want to track. Each click creates an anchor point , and Illustrator connects...

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