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October 13, 2023
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How to convert an image to a pattern using a pre defined shape?

  • October 13, 2023
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Hi,

I would like to crete a pattern that are made up of rectangles, the sice of a match.

The shape can be made shorter, but not thinner or longer (See example image).

 

The reason I'm asking is because I would like to try and build the painting using matches!

(On a flat surface, not 3D!).  I have added an image to try and illustrate what I'm looking for.

 

Any idea or suggestions is highly apreciated.

Many thanks

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Correct answer Ton Frederiks

Unless someone comes up with a smart suggestion, I think the best way is to do it, as real life match building architects do, place them one by one.

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Ton Frederiks
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Ton FrederiksCommunity Expert
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October 13, 2023

I do not know if patterns are the right tool for this purpose, but selecting an image and using the Pattern maker makes it a pattern. 

Symbols may also be helpful and reduces the file size.

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    ZeroGravityInSpaceAuthor
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    October 15, 2023

    Hi Ton,

    Thanks for your suggestion!

    I was hoping there was an effect similar to the Effect Texture Patchwork, where I could define the shape of the tile. So instead of using square tiles, I could define a rectangle with the proportions of a match.

    Cheers!

     

    Ton Frederiks
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    Ton FrederiksCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
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    October 15, 2023

    Unless someone comes up with a smart suggestion, I think the best way is to do it, as real life match building architects do, place them one by one.

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