Am I the only artist here who uses CorelDRAW for vectors? Please help! :)

I am getting files readdy for my third attempt at submtting work as a vector contributor. I have had all of my files rejected because of problems I am running into with exporting to EPS.


I am wondering what the go to export routine is for illustrators here you use CorelDRAW. I have read that many people export to AI, open in AI, then export to EPS from there after they touch the file up again....


I currently don't own AI, so this isn't an option for me. Is this the only way I am going to be able to get my images to export properly? That seems a bit convoluted,but if it is the only thing that works, I guess I have to bite the bullete and spend a ton of $$$ on AI that I don't particularly like using...


Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated, as I hope I am just missing something simple!

Hey abdoyle, I do know a few people here use CorelDRAW. Have you tried a forum search to see if any previous discussions might offer any solutions?

Also, if you could let us know exactly why your files were being rejected that'd be a big help

I do know gradients from Corel don't play nicely with AI. Your first step might be to scrap any gradients or transparencies you're using and stick to flat colored shapes as a start. Hopefully more Corel experts will be along shortly to help you more!

Hi abdoyle, well I'm certainly no expert but I use CorelDRAW X4. If I'm adding gradients or anything then I'll export and re-open in AI, otherwise as bortonia says it's all flat colour, and then exported direct to EPS file.

I am using coreldraw as well. I guess you should use solid colours only.


when i export eps files from coreldraw, it should be:


output colours - RGB;


convert colours to RGB - tick;


the TIFF type, mode 8-bit Colour; resolution 300 dpi; dont tick Trancparancy => OK


that s basically it

And, make sure the little padlock on "gradient steps" is open, not closed.

Try to export in a lower version EPS v6.0


I used Corel long time ago and then this trick worked.

I use only CorelDraw 13. Flat colors. No gradients. Yes, figuring it out at first was tough, but I now dont have any trouble at all, touch wood.Here's how my screen looks.


Export - EPS - Vector


Include Header - Click on


8 bit header


300 dpi


turn off TRANSPERANT BACKGROUND


And then I change to RGB in photoshop. Don't change size if possible.


 


Much as Anastasiia-Ku says actually.