linedraw
Convert images to vectorized line drawings optimized for pen plotters with sketchy styles and stroke order optimization.
What is linedraw?
Linedraw is a Python tool that converts raster images into vectorized line drawings optimized for pen plotters. It transforms photographs or digital artwork into SVG files with optimized stroke order to minimize pen lifts during physical plotting. The tool adds sketchy, organic styles using Perlin noise and offers flexible rendering modes for different artistic effects.
Artists, makers, and developers working with pen plotters who want to create physical artwork from digital images, particularly those interested in generative art and computational creativity.
Developers choose Linedraw for its plotter-specific optimizations, including stroke order minimization and polyline-only SVG output, combined with artistic controls like sketchy noise and flexible rendering modes that aren't typically found in general vectorization tools.
Overview
Convert images to vectorized line drawings for plotters.
Use Cases
Best For
- Creating plotter-ready artwork from photographs
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