The tutorial shows how to utilise a subtle, painterly effect – that’s why I decided to create and customise some tools for this specific piece. Paolo says: “I like illustrations that tell you a story, and leave some open questions. Users learn how to use both raster and vector techniques, as well as creating brushes in Affinity Designer. His contribution, titled The Whittler, tells the story of a robot that lost his leg and tries to fix it using a branch from a tree he found in the forest. Guest illustrators include Paolo Limoncelli, a UX/UI designer and illustrator from Italy. “With almost 500 full colour illustrations and screenshots, Affinity Designer Workbook is an essential companion for anyone using our software on macOS or Windows.”

Serif Managing Director Ashley Hewson says: “Germany is an important market for Affinity products, so we’re very pleased to publish this book today. Its speed, power and precision make creating art feel fun and spontaneous again, while delivering high-end results. Winner of an Apple Design Award in 2015, Affinity Designer combines vector design and raster finishing naturally in one tool. To celebrate the launch of the German version, for the next two weeks the book is offered with a 20% discount, priced £27.99 / 34.99€ / $39.99 from. Meanwhile tear-out ‘cheat sheets’ display the keyboard shortcuts designed for use in the different Personas, or modes, within the app.

The official Affinity Designer guide book is now available in German as well as English – and there’s 20% off both editions to celebrate.Īffinity Designer Workbook, from app maker Serif, contains more than 400 pages of instructions, guides and insider tips to help anyone make the most of the software’s speed and power.Īs well as learning valuable techniques, readers can follow step by step guides to make nine amazing projects, created especially for the book by leading illustrators and designers.

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