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Adobe Illustrator For Beginners

Name: Adobe Illustrator For Beginners
Rating: 4.6 (380 reviews)

Adobe Illustrator CC, a complete course on mastering Adobe Illustrator. Adobe Illustrator for beginners!

Created byChris Parker

Last updated 5/2022

English

English [Auto],

What you'll learn

Use all the tools within Illustrator CC
Be able to use the Pen tool in Illustrator
Over 60 Illustrator CC lectures
Stylize type with Illustrator CC
Be able to use Image Trace to turn your hand drawn illustrations into vector

Course content

16 sections • 82 lectures • 6h 38m total length

Introduction1:31
What Can You Do With Illustrator?1:56
A brief discription of some of the artwork you can create with Adobe Illustrator.
How To Get Illustrator2:46
Find out how to get a 30 day trial of Adobe Illustrator.
What To Expect From This Course4:34
Learn how this course is setup and what to expect. Also, download the course resource file. With it, you'll be able to follow along and use the worksheets to practice what you learn.
Please note: the file works with the latest version of Illustrator. If not, then your operating system renamed the file during download. Rename the file to "coursefile" or anything else as long as it is letters only.

Introduction0:48
Introduction to Layers in Illustrator.
Adobe Illustrator Layers 1019:12
In this lesson, we'll explore the layers panel within Illustrator. Even Photoshop pro's should watch this lesson. The layers panel in Illustrator is different compared to Photoshop. Did you download the course resource file in the previous lesson? If not, please go back and download to follow along.
Illustrator Layer Panel Options5:33
Discover additional layer panel options for Illustrator.

Introduction0:56
Illustrator vs. Photoshop4:00
Check out this lesson to learn the differences between Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.
Illustrator Preferences11:13
Setup Illustrator preferences for a fast and productive workflow.
Illustrator Interface6:35
Where's Waldo? Well, not quite. But, knowing where everything is leads to a fast and productive workflow.
Options Are Nifty5:03
Gain some control and learn all about the Options Panel. This panel is your new best friend. Well, almost. But, knowing where it is and what's available will help you with a fast and productive workflow.
Illustrator Workspaces7:00
Utilizing existing or customizing your own Workspace will help you do what? You guessed it! Workspaces, will help you with a fast and productive workflow.

Introduction2:05
Learn to set up your Illustrator documents for various outputs—printer, four color press, or internet—while managing multiple files, grids, guides, boards, and keyboard shortcuts to boost productivity.
You Must Do This First!8:46
What is the question? That is the question? But what is the question? Found out in this lesson. Learn what you need to ask yourself prior to creating a new document. Then, and only then, can you decide how to setup your document. Oh, doing this will help you streamline your workflow!
Work With Multiple Documents3:11
Working with multiple documents can help streamline your workflow. Find out how.
View & Navigation11:08
Tips and techniques to help streamline your workflow.
Illustrator Grids & Guides12:50
More Tips and techniques for streamlining your workflow.
Bonus Tips for Guides & Rulers4:03
Extra tips for guides and rulers.
Illustrator Artboards6:53
Using artboards can and will help you streamline your workflow. Learn how to add multiple artboards, resize and more.
Warning, Do Not Skip! HINT; this lesson alone is worth the price of the course.4:50
Learn the techniques I use to maximize my productivity. In fact, you could save 1 hour of work for every 8 hours worked. What would you do with an extra hour per day? Work and earn more? Spend more time with family and friends? Some "me" time? It's entirely up to you. However, you must master this lesson. In fact, if you skip this lesson you may be lost throughout the rest of the course and it will take you longer to finish (the course). So, buckle up, watch and re-watch and take notes. For the remainder of the course, I will continually refer to the "secret technique" I use as a successful graphic designer.

Introduction0:46
Another Question7:34
Ok, so, you need to answer this question too, prior to setting up your document.
Colorsync Settings4:20
Learn how to setup Colorsync settings.
Illustrator Swatches Panel6:39
Everything you need to know about the swatches panel. A must, for a fast and productive workflow.
Global Colors5:07
Using global colors will streamline your workflow. Learn how.
Color Theme Inspiration4:42
Having artist block? Can't decide on the colors for your artwork? Need a little inspiration? Then check out this lesson for all the inspiration you'll need.

Introduction0:48
Link & Embed Placed Images7:16
Illustrator Links Panel3:47
Explore how to manage linked and embedded files using the Illustrator links panel, including relinking, editing originals in Photoshop, embedding images, and adjusting thumbnail sizes and metadata.
Non Destructive Editing in Illustrator3:47
Illustrator Basic Clipping Masks2:24
Create a clipping mask by placing a photograph behind bold text and applying the clipping mask with cmd/ctrl+7 to reveal the image through the letters.

Introduction0:51
Learn selection in adobe illustrator for beginners, including grouping and selecting objects, using the lasso tool and the magic wand, and applying isolation mode to isolate parts of your artwork.
Selecting With Preferences4:26
Group & Direct Selection Tips5:00
Illustrator Lasso Tools2:52
Explore the lasso tool in Adobe Illustrator to isolate selections by drawing around objects. Use this tool to select specific anchor points and manipulate with the direct selection tool.
Selecting With the Magic Wand Tool4:38
Illustrator Isolation Mode4:15
Master isolation mode in Illustrator to focus on a specific area while seeing the full illustration, using double-click to isolate grouped layers and adjust visibility.

Introduction1:10
Learn basic shapes and the math behind creating forms, then resize, scale, and rotate objects. Color with fill and stroke, explore patterns, and use live corners to manipulate edges.
Illustrator Basic Shapes8:53
Illustrator Math1:48
Learn to resize objects in Illustrator with precise math using the built-in calculator: divide with the forward slash for threefold reduction and multiply with the asterisk for fivefold enlargement.
Illustrator Re-size, Scale + Rotate7:11
Illustrator Distort Tools8:29
Explore eight Illustrator distort tools: warp, pucker, bloat, scallop, crystallize, and wrinkle, using brush options and direct selection to transform shapes into playful, melted popsicles.
Illustrator Object + Stroke Fills8:59
Create + Modify Patterns6:03
Illustrator Live Corners3:00

Introduction0:36
Explore the pen tool to create paths and anchors, learn open versus closed paths, close open paths by joining, and cut objects with scissors and the knife tool.
Illustrator Paths vs. Strokes9:38
Illustrator Open vs. Closed Paths2:56
Illustrator Join & Average4:23
Learn how to join separate anchor points in Illustrator to form a single path, and use the average command to align anchor points for smooth curves.
Illustrator Scissors & Knife Tools2:20
Explore manipulating paths in Illustrator with the eraser, scissors, and knife tools; learn how scissors cut to create open paths and knife forms closed paths.

Introduction1:09
Drawing Modes6:32
Control stacking order in Illustrator as new shapes appear above ones. Use manual layering, bracket shortcuts, and drawing mode tools like draw behind and draw inside to improve your workflow.
Pathfinder Tools7:35
Learn Adobe Illustrator pathfinder tools for beginners, using shape modes and pathfinder options to unite, trim, intersect, crop, and outline shapes, turning simple shapes into complex designs and streamlining workflows.
Shape Builder Tools1:58
Symbol Sprayer6:07
Master the symbol sprayer tool to spray symbols and create textures in Adobe Illustrator, using the shifter, sizer, spinner, stainer, screener, and styler options.
Blob, Paintbrush & Pencil Tools8:28

Requirements

PC or Mac
Adobe Illustrator CC

Description

Adobe Illustrator CC for beginners. No previous Adobe Illustrator experience required. In this Adobe Illustrator training course, you will learn everything you need to know about using Illustrator and all the tools available. Plus, I'll show you the same time saving techniques I use for a fast and productive workflow.

RAVE REVIEW! This testimonial (from my Lightroom course) sums up all the courses I provide...

"The content of the course is perfectly structured and expertly delivered. The flow of the content builds knowledge and skills in a logical fashion. Chris has a really good presentation style. Of key importance, when students ask questions, Chris answers them in a thorough and comprehensive manner. Highly recommended. Regards." ~ Mick

The course starts off with the basic foundations and proceeds to more advanced tools. A course worksheet is included. Use to follow along with and practice what you learn. Stuck? No problem, I'm available for continued discussions relating to the course material. Throughout the course, I encourage students to practice what they learn and post their work in the discussion area for any type of feedback (or additional questions).

What will you learn in this Adobe Illustrator CC master course? Here is a list of just some of the Chapters in this course on mastering Illustrator CC...

The Illustrator Pen tool
Be More Productive in Illustrator
Color Management in Illustrator
Illustrator Image + Masks
Illustrator Anchors + Paths
Creating Vector Shapes in Illustrator
Effects + Appearance Panel in Illustrator
Typography in Illustrator
Output
Image Trace in Illustrator <-- I love this one!
an much more...

Once you've completed this comprehensive course on Adobe Illustrator CC, you'll be comfortable with the tools, how to apply them and have the skill set for a fast and productive workflow.

A fun, entertaining training course on Adobe Illustrator CC. This Adobe Illustrator course is designed for beginners.

Who this course is for:

Graphic Designers
Artists
Course is designed for Illustrator CC beginners

Adobe Illustrator For Beginners

What you'll learn

Explore related topics

Course content

Illustrator CC: Getting the Most From This Course4 lectures • 11min

Adobe Illustrator CC: the Layers3 lectures • 16min

Adobe Illustrator CC: the Basics + Getting Started6 lectures • 35min

Adobe Illustrator CC: Be More Productive!8 lectures • 54min

Adobe Color Management in Illustrator6 lectures • 29min

Adobe Illustrator CC: Image + Masks5 lectures • 18min

Adobe Illustrator CC: Selections6 lectures • 22min

Adobe Illustrator CC: Create & Manipulate Objects8 lectures • 46min

Adobe Illustrator CC: Anchors + Paths5 lectures • 20min

Adobe Illustrator CC: Creating Vector Shapes6 lectures • 32min

Requirements

Description

Who this course is for: