Quick Tip: Make Grunge Type with Live Trace and the Pathfinder

Cheryl Graham Last updated Aug 16, 2010

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Starting with a photo, learn how to create vector texture with Live Trace, then apply it to text for a grunge type effect.

You can find the wood texture used in this tutorial at "More Than 350 Free and Premium Wood Textures" on PSDtuts+

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Cheryl Graham

Cheryl Graham trained as a traditional artist in drawing and painting. These days she spends more time in front of a computer than an easel. She's been using Adobe Illustrator for over 25 years. Her Illustrator work has been featured in the "The Adobe Illustrator WOW! Book" and "Real World Illustrator."

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