Web Graphics Preparation: Techniques and Best Practices
1. Ribbon Object Gradient Design
1.1 Steps for Designing Ribbon Gradient
- Select the blue ribbon object.
- Choose the Gradient tool (Ctrl + F1 or G), and create a vertical (Ctrl) linear gradient in its fill.
- Set the end stop opacity to 100.
- Add another stop by double - clicking on the gradient path at approximately the same height as the highlight on the golden stripes.
- Select the new stop and make it a lighter color using Color Gestures. Click on the Fill: box in the bottom - left of the window, hold Ctrl, and drag upwards and to the right; move left and right until the desired lightness is reached.
- Deselect everything (Esc twice)