Tracing in Flash

In this project, we will practice tracing in Flash.

1. Find or take a picture of yourself and save it to your desktop.

2. Start a new Flash Project.

3. Click on File > Import >Import to Stage and import your picture in to Flash.

4. Lock the layer down by clicking on the padlock.

5. Add a new layer: Insert > Timeine > Layer

6. Use the pencil tool to trace your picture.

7. Use the bucket tool to fill in the colors.

8. When you are completely done, convert your picture into a graphic symbol.

9. Repeat the above steps creating a collection of at least three pictures of different complexity. Tracing in Flash Video Instructions



a couple of Frey's students