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Adobe Illustrator

Overview

This Adobe Illustrator course is designed to take you from the basics to advanced techniques, providing a comprehensive understanding of vector graphic creation. Throughout the course, you’ll learn to navigate the Illustrator interface, master essential tools like the Pen Tool and Shape Builder, and create precise, scalable designs. The course covers everything from simple shapes and typography to complex illustrations and logos, ensuring you can produce professional-quality artwork suitable for a variety of uses. In addition to foundational skills, the course delves into advanced topics such as creating custom brushes, working with gradients and patterns, and using 3D effects. You’ll also learn best practices for organizing your designs, exporting files for both print and digital media, and integrating Illustrator with other Adobe Creative Cloud applications. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped to confidently create detailed vector graphics for branding, advertising, web design, and more.

Course Objectives

Upon completing the Adobe Illustrator course, you’ll be proficient in creating and editing vector graphics, mastering tools like the Pen Tool, Shape Builder, and Pathfinder. You’ll be able to design logos, icons, and illustrations with precision, and apply advanced techniques like working with layers, gradients, and custom brushes to enhance your artwork. Additionally, you’ll learn to manage and organise complex designs, create scalable graphics for various media, and prepare files for both print and digital output. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the skills to produce professional-quality vector artwork, whether for branding, web design, or personal creative projects.

Content

  • Overview of Illustrator’s Interface and Tools
  • Vectors vs Pixels
  • Using AI (Artificial Intelligence) in Illustrator
  • Vector Shape Creation
  • Text to Image (A.I.)
  • Image Trace (A.I.)
  • Transformations
  • Mastering the Layers Palette
  • Clipping Masks
  • Importing/Exporting file formats
  • Working with Colour
  • Working with CMYK, RGB, Pantones, & Hex
  • Brushes and Symbols
  • Blending Modes (A.I.)
  • Pen Tools
  • 3D Design
  • Pathfinder and Shape Tools (A.I.)
  • Re Colour Artwork (A.I.)
  • Generative Image (A.I.)
  • Infographics
  • Icons
  • Logo Design
  • Outputting for Print and Digital
  • Working with Creative Text
  • Creative File Formats
  • Import/Export Brand Colours
  • Applying Effects
  • Working with Artboards
  • Creating Custom Patterns (A.I.)
  • Grouping
  • Compound Paths
  • Digital Painting

You will learn how to

  • Navigate the Illustrator interface and customise the workspace
  • Create and edit shapes using the Shape and Pathfinder tools
  • Master the Pen Tool for drawing precise paths and curves
  • Work with colours, gradients, and swatches for vibrant designs
  • Apply and customise strokes, fills, and brushes
  • Create and edit text with advanced typographic controls
  • Design logos, icons, and other scalable vector graphics
  • Utilise layers and groups to organise complex artwork
  • Create patterns, textures, and seamless repeating designs
  • Export and optimise artwork for web, print, and digital media

Audience

The Adobe Illustrator course is ideal for graphic designers, illustrators, and digital artists who want to create vector-based artwork for logos, icons, and complex illustrations.

These professionals often work in branding, advertising, and web design, where precision and scalability are key. The course helps them master Illustrator’s tools and techniques, allowing them to produce detailed and polished designs.

Additionally, this course appeals to marketing professionals, small business owners, and creative artists who need to create custom graphics and visual content.

Duration

2 Days

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