BP14_Flash_Graphics

It was a good decision to start with "Getting Started with Flash CS4". After getting an overview of what Flash could do, I'm now into "Flash CS4 Professional Essential Training". I'm already comfortable with most of the terminology thanks to the "Getting Started" course. 

One of my key learnings in the first lesson, was to learn the difference between Vector and Bitmap graphics. On zooming into a bitmap image you see pixels. On zooming into  Vector image you will not see pixels, because the image was made using Maths to connect two points with a curve. Of the two types of graphics, Bitmaps are great for pictures and Vectors are great for shapes. 

I had to verify, that my photo was made up of pixels, by zooming into a photoshop image of mine. If you look closely, you should be able to see the pixels.

I googled for vector images to see if I could spot the difference. I came across this interesting photo like illustration of a shoe - it really is a vector image.

I'm planning to be more watchful for vector and bitmap images, while looking at pics on the web. Looking forward to more on Flash.