JPEG in Illustrator CS4

[cheeran]

Hi I am a student. I would like to know if we can use JPEG pictures and create a vector graphical image out of that in Illustrator CS4. Secondly, can anyone guide me to convert picture of meadow into vector graphic format? Thank you.

[Jolt]

Check the help files regarding Live Trace.

While Illustrator automated tracing is okay, it depends a great deal upon the source image you are using.

[Jacorre]

The other option instead of having Illustrator doing it would be to trace it yourself. Use a good stock photo though.