Illustrator CC 2018 One-on-One Advanced
Discover how to be the best Adobe Illustrator user you know. This comprehensive, project-based course is the second in a series of three courses by industry pro Deke McClelland. In this course, Deke doesn't just talk about how to leverage different Illustrator features—he ties each concept to a clearly-defined task, ensuring that you close out each section of the course with a practical understanding of the concepts. Discover how to convert scanned line art to scalable, vector-based path outlines using the automated Image Trace feature. Plus, learn how to make a logo using the transformation tools, create an emoji with the Gradient tool, and turn a simple circle into an intricate origami flower with the program's dynamic effects.
Topics include:
Auto-tracing in Illustrator
Upsampling in Photoshop for better results
Navigating complex path interactions
Building dynamic compound shapes
Reviewing additional Pathfinder options
Reviewing the Layers panel
Hiding, showing, and creating layers
Using Appearance panel tricks
Scaling and rotating
Aligning and distributing
Creating a custom shape gradient
Applying and expanding a dynamic effect
Recoloring your artwork
Printing your document
