Uploaded August 2022 | Updated September 2026, 5 days ago

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In this tutorial we'll be going over how to use the Power Stroke path effect in Inkscape version 1.2.1. This effect allows you to apply a variable width to any stroke. It makes for a great tool when designing abstract logos and tracing line drawings from images.

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In Da Mood - Combustibles
Schwaggel - Justnormal

00:00 Intro
00:24 Introduction to Power Strokes
04:11 Example logo design made with Power Strokes
07:02 Learn more