{"product_id":"intro-to-vector-drawing-with-helen-cowart-august-15-2026","title":"Intro to Vector Drawing with Helen Cowart, August 15, 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eSaturday, August 15, 2026\u003cbr\u003e2:00 - 5:00 pm, PT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstructor: Helen Cowart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn this class, we will explore creating digital vector artwork. Using free and open-source software, we’ll cover essential tools and workflows that will allow you to design high-quality graphics with precision and creativity. Don’t worry if you’re new to digital art, these skills are highly transferable and can be applied to industry-standard programs like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe techniques you learn in this course can be used in countless other creative projects, from designing 2D artwork for jewelry, laser cutting, and engraving to crafting eye-catching logos, business cards, and social media graphics. Whether you're an artist, crafter, small business owner, or just curious about digital design, this class will equip you with the foundational skills to bring your ideas to life in a versatile and professional way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ePrerequisite\u003c\/i\u003e: Students should be comfortable using a computer, mouse, and phone camera.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll classes include the video recording, which you will have access to for 60 days after the class. The Zoom link, handouts, video(s), and other important information can be found by clicking on the individual class link on the \"\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 122, 30);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/littlemetalfoxes.com\/account\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 122, 30);\"\u003eMy Courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" page. The Zoom link and handout (if any) will be available 24 hours before the class starts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou also get 1 free session of Open Studio Access (OSA) in the month following your class. The Zoom link can be found on the course video access page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe class supply list is below and contains links to buy the supplies you need.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupply List for Students\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUse the links below to purchase any supplies you don't already have for your class. This site may contain Amazon and other affiliate links. If you purchase something through the link, at no cost to you, we may receive a small commission on qualifying purchases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tools:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no supplies needed, just a computer or tablet, a mouse and\/or stylus pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree Software:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInkscape, vector drawing app \u003ca style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" href=\"https:\/\/inkscape.org\/release\/inkscape-1.4\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inkscape.org\/release\/inkscape-1.4\/\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003eGimp, photo (raster) imaging app \u003ca style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gimp.org\/downloads\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.gimp.org\/downloads\/\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003ca style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.brakefield.idfree\u0026amp;amp;pcampaignid=web_share\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInfinite Design\u003c\/a\u003e for Android Tablet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003ca style=\"color: #ff7a1e;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linearity.io\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLinearity Curve\u003c\/a\u003e for Apple Ipad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA guidebook for Inkscape is available for more complete information at the following links:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInkscape \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 122, 30);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 122, 30);\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com.au\/Inkscape-Drawing-Program-SourceForge-Community-ebook\/dp\/B0051TW1SE\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eguidebook\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (kindle and hardback editions available)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree online version: \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 122, 30);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/tavmjong.free.fr\/INKSCAPE\/MANUAL\/html\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 122, 30);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttp:\/\/tavmjong.free.fr\/INKSCAPE\/MANUAL\/html\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are welcome to use any vector or raster-based software that you already own.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Metal Foxes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48316717727897,"sku":"20260815IVD","price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0468\/1672\/3097\/files\/JS_Stamp_design_process.jpg?v=1764621060","url":"https:\/\/littlemetalfoxes.com\/products\/intro-to-vector-drawing-with-helen-cowart-august-15-2026","provider":"Little Metal Foxes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}