CorelDRAW Exercise: Realistic Neon Text

This exercise guides you in creating a realistic neon text effect using CorelDRAW’s tools.

Steps:

1. Create Text: Type your text using a bold font.
2. Convert to Curves: Convert the text to curves for editing flexibility.
3. Outline the Text: Apply a thick outline to the text.
4. Color and Blend:
   • Fill the outline with a vibrant neon color (e.g., bright pink, electric blue).
   • Apply a soft glow effect to the outline using the Interactive Fill Tool.
5. Add Inner Glow: Create a duplicate of the text and fill it with a slightly darker shade of the neon color.
   • Apply a strong inner glow effect to this layer.
6. Refine and Adjust:
   • Adjust the opacity and blending modes of the layers to achieve the desired glow intensity.
   • Use the Shape Tool to refine the curves and create a more natural neon look.
7. Add Background (Optional): Place the neon text on a contrasting background (e.g., black or a dark gradient) to enhance the effect.

Key Considerations:

• Experiment with different font styles, outline thicknesses, and glow effects to achieve various neon looks.
• Use layers effectively to control the opacity and blending of each element.
• Refine the curves and adjust the glow to create a realistic and visually appealing neon text effect.

Result: A visually striking and realistic neon text effect that can be used in various design projects.