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    ILLUSTRATION

                     An illustration is a picture  that  helps explain  an idea  or a story.  It can be  a drawing or a
                     simple image that shows what the text is talking about. Illustrations make the content easier to
                     understand. You can create illustrations using digital software such as Microsoft Paint, Adobe
                     Illustrator, Autodesk SketchBook and Canva.

                               RASTER ILLUSTRATIONS

                     Raster images, also known as bitmap images, are made up of a grid of pixels. Each pixel has a
                     fixed colour value and when these pixels are viewed together, they create an image. However,
                     raster images lose quality when scaled up because the pixels become more visible, leading to a
                     blurry or pixelated appearance.

                               VECTOR ILLUSTRATION

                     Vector illustration is a type of digital image made using lines, shapes and curves instead of tiny
                     dots (pixels). These images are created using maths, which helps them stay clear and sharp no
                     matter how big or small they are. This makes them great for logos, icons and illustrations that
                     need resizing.

                     CHARACTERISTICS OF VECTOR ILLUSTRATIONS

                     Vector illustrations have several key characteristics that make them ideal for various digital and
                     print applications.
                        ∑ Scalable: They can be resized without losing quality.

                        ∑ Path-Based: Made using points, lines and curves.

                        ∑ Lightweight: Smaller file size makes them easy to store and share.

                        ∑ Editable: Can be changed without distortion.

                     DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VECTOR ILLUSTRATIONS AND RASTER ILLUSTRATIONS

                     When choosing the right type of illustration for your project, it’s important to understand the key
                     differences between vector and raster illustrations. Here’s a clear comparison to help you decide
                     which one best suits your needs:

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