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Then, make a new layer on image, use Pen Tool to trace carefully around outside of image’s shape. Don’t limit yourself in using lines or mouse clicks to trace shape. In end, number of lines you used would enhance variations to finished work.
Now for fourth step, once you’ve had your outline, select Paths tab, right click Work Path and select Make Selection. When you have designated a Selection for your shape, fill it with color you picked out for your palette.
When you have completely colored main shape, apply procedures from step 4 to all main shapes in your image. If you have an image with a face or head, it is best to start with eyes and proceed to work outwards – from eyes to nose, to mouth, ears and so on until you have completely traced whole image.
Once you have finished tracing , you should eventaully come up with a graphics that somewhat akin to vectors. You can also experiment a little with your traced vector – like placing a background behind it. You’re creative spirtis would find this easy and satisfying enough.
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