Uploaded February 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video, I add a filter effect to a flat object to add depth, shine, and material properties.
This is not a full explanation of the filter editor. I still can't get my head around the way it works... but it shows how to apply and edit a preset effect. It's a huge area to cover and I hope this video gives you a small glimpse into the weird and wonderful world of Inkscape's filters.
I had a lot of fun with it and learned something new!
For more Affinity Designer and Inkscape tutorials visit the website at http://2dgameartguru.com.
In this video, I add a filter effect to a flat object to add depth, shine, and material properties.
This is not a full explanation of the filter editor. I still can't get my head around the way it works... but it shows how to apply and edit a preset effect. It's a huge area to cover and I hope this video gives you a small glimpse into the weird and wonderful world of Inkscape's filters.
I had a lot of fun with it and learned something new!
For more Affinity Designer and Inkscape tutorials visit the website at http://2dgameartguru.com.
![Inkscape Mini Tutorial - Miniature Storefront design using basic shapes [workflow]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ifTGseDkBUo/mqdefault.jpg "Inkscape Mini Tutorial - Miniature Storefront design using basic shapes [workflow]
As part of the challenge on the Facebook group Inkscape - hands-on I recorded my workflow when creating designs based on basic shapes. I create this fishmongers store using shapes - circles, rectangles, and stars - with added text elements. Most of the shapes have solid fills [I did cheat a little and used a few gradients] and use shading shapes inside clip groups for detail and depth.
Reusing, duplicating, and modifying existing elements speeds up the creation process.
For more Affinity Designer and Inkscape tutorials visit the website at http://2dgameartguru.com.")
