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What is Vector Art?

Graphics fall into to two main categories:

1. Vector graphics
2. Bitmap (Raster) graphics

The difference between these two types is what they're made up of. Vector graphics are made up of lines and curves. Bitmap graphics are made up of little squares called pixels. A Vector image is made up of computer code that writes the code each time the image is scaled resulting in no loss of quality. Wikipedia has a very good article on vector graphics if you'd like to read more.

There are a few limitations when converting bitmap images to vector. When dealing with vector art, it's not possible to do certain things that can only be accomplished with pixels. Below is a list of common items that may need to be simplified or omitted from the finished vector image:

1. Photographs: Photographs can be recreated as an illustration in vector, but cannot remain a photograph in the finished file. [see example #3 below]
2. Drop Shadows: Fuzzy Drop shadows can only exist in a bitmap (raster) image. With our vector conversion, we'll provide a solid colored drop shadow. [see example #4 below]
3. Orbs: Orbs like some of the ones found in The Logo Creator software packages may need to be simplified in the finished vector file. Certain highlights and 3D effects cannot be included in a vector file. [see example #5 below]
4. Glows and Gradients: Certain glows and gradients may need to be simplified or left out when converting to vector. Artistic decisions like this can be made with our graphic designer's help. [see example #6 below]

If you're unsure of certain portions of your image, please let us take a look by uploading your image through our Contact Form.

Examples:

Example #1: Straightforward Conversion	Example #2: Straightforward Conversion
Example #3: Photograph	Example #4: Drop Shadow
Example #5: Orbs	Example #6: Glows and Gradients