This hybrid (in-person and virtual) workshop is aimed at everyone wanting to know the basics of figure and illustration manipulation, using Inkscape, a free and open-source vector graphics editor.

In this course we will cover the basics of using Inkscape and how to:

• navigate the canvas
• create and edit basic shapes
• transform, align and distribute elements
• modify different attributes of different shapes
• use layers to control and manage image complexity
• create and manipulate paths
• handle text, fonts and some of their pitfals
• use interpolation for creative effects
• edit and use gradients

In the afternoon we will also explore two frequent use-cases:

• Designing a simple poster from scratch
• Editing a figure generated with code (in Python or R)

Schedule

This 2+2 hour workshop is divided into a morning session where most of the concepts will be introduced, and an afternoon session, with hands on modifying a figure generated with code (Python / R) and designing a simple poster.
You are welcome to bring some of your own code to generate a figure and a poster concept you would like to explore

Timetable

10:00 – 12:00 – Introduction to design principles and Inkscape
13:00 – 15:00 – Editing figures generated with code and creating a simple poster from scratch

Software requirements

In order to follow this course you will need a laptop with a recent version of Inkscape. We recommend downloading the latest version for your operating system.

Please be aware that the workshop does not include time to troubleshoot installation problems.

Additional remarks

:tada: A Scientific Design & Presentation course will also be offered at EMBL between 17-19 September. :tada:

If you are interested in design principles and building your message the Scientific Design & Presentation course will be a perfect complement. The Scientific content creation and edition with Inkscape course will focus primarily on the use of Inkscape and its features for content creation and edition.

Registrations

Closing on September 10th 16:00

Bookings