In this Inkscape tutorial, we'll learn how we can apply grain texture shading to objects by giving a circle a 3D look.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:27 Create a circle
00:45 Duplicate the circle
00:59 Give it a radial gradient
01:09 Reverse the gradient
01:19 Create crescent shape with Difference
01:37 Adjust the gradient
02:02 Apply Noise Fill filter for grainy texture
02:56 Make a bitmap copy
03:11 Use Trace Bitmap to vectorize image
03:39 Align tracing with circle
03:54 Add reflected light
04:56 Lower shading opacity
05:15 Create a highlight using same steps
06:33 Outro
06:38 Course previews