Hi guys,

I'm new to Inkscape and new to graphic design.
AS practice I have been taking logos and icons I find online and trying to re-create them in order to increase my proficiency, so far so good except I am now stuck with a particular effect.

I am trying to recreate the world map effect in this icon:

http://iosicongallery.com/wp-content/up ... maltsi.png

Can anyone offer advice?

Thanks!

Welcome to InkscapeForum!

Do you mean just the map in the background? Or do you mean the whole shiny, raised, acrylic looking button effect?

For the map, you'd just find a map image that you like, and import it. If you need it to be vector, you'd have to trace it, either "manually" or with Path menu > Trace Bitmap.

For the whole shiny button thing, you could probably find a tutorial somewhere. I know I've seen some for things like this, but I don't have them bookmarked. My forum signature contains links to 2 good tutorial websites. And YouTube is rife with Inkscape tuts. Or maybe someone else will have a link to one?

If you're really, REALLY lucky, someone might feel motivated to write one for you. I'm sorry to say that I don't have time at the moment.

Thanks for the reply, yes it's just the background effect I am interested in, I have mastered the rest thankfully!

I presume you were wondering about that outer glow which map has?

In order not to spoil your excitement in discovering Inkscape, I`ll say you need five objects/shapes/paths/clips or masks to achieve this look (and a few shiny spots to achieve 3D feel). Let us know if you might need some more assistance.