For the "Study" the export function works fine creating a png file. But for the larger piece at 3 ft. x 2 ft., the export takes about 30 minutes. In order to improve the export function within Inkscape I do a few things:
1. Set the computer into Airplane mode. This stops Windows from checking Internet as the cpu loops around checking for Wi-Fi actions. <--Doing this task will significantly boost the export speed.
2. I load the Task Manager - and turn off non-essential functions. For example I use Dropbox - and have an Epson printer. By suspending those processes Inkscape can export a bit faster.
After I'm doing creating the export, then I reboot the computer. Aside from having to remove the Airplane mode, the other processes return to their normal position and everything works fine.
What an impressively fine piece of work! I like how you blend blurs in with more sharply defined shapes. The colors in your palette are very nicely chosen and the background swirl doesn't detract from your intended focus of attention. Also, your technique using Airplane mode and turning off non-essential functions to free up resources is a really great idea. I appreciate your sharing your work with everybody in the community.
Appreciate the feedback. The final print looks even better on paper as the background swirl stands out even more.
In reference to speed, I should have added that by turning on Airplane Mode (turning off wi-fi and bluetooth), one will also have much faster time loading complex SVG files. Windows is trying to perform multi-tasking with each cycle loop. By turning off non-essential tasks like wi-fi, the cpu dedicates more processing time to Inkscape.
Share Finished Artwork Study of Sandpipers
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I spent some time doing this study of Sandpipers. It's for a much larger "painting" that will also be in Inkscape (output will be 3 ft. x 2 ft.)
Link to website: Study of Sandpipers
For the "Study" the export function works fine creating a png file. But for the larger piece at 3 ft. x 2 ft., the export takes about 30 minutes. In order to improve the export function within Inkscape I do a few things:
1. Set the computer into Airplane mode. This stops Windows from checking Internet as the cpu loops around checking for Wi-Fi actions. <--Doing this task will significantly boost the export speed.
2. I load the Task Manager - and turn off non-essential functions. For example I use Dropbox - and have an Epson printer. By suspending those processes Inkscape can export a bit faster.
After I'm doing creating the export, then I reboot the computer. Aside from having to remove the Airplane mode, the other processes return to their normal position and everything works fine.
Hello BarryG,
What an impressively fine piece of work! I like how you blend blurs in with more sharply defined shapes. The colors in your palette are very nicely chosen and the background swirl doesn't detract from your intended focus of attention. Also, your technique using Airplane mode and turning off non-essential functions to free up resources is a really great idea. I appreciate your sharing your work with everybody in the community.
Best (and cooler) summertide wishes,
Roy
Hi Roy,
Appreciate the feedback. The final print looks even better on paper as the background swirl stands out even more.
In reference to speed, I should have added that by turning on Airplane Mode (turning off wi-fi and bluetooth), one will also have much faster time loading complex SVG files. Windows is trying to perform multi-tasking with each cycle loop. By turning off non-essential tasks like wi-fi, the cpu dedicates more processing time to Inkscape.
Barry