Adobe
Illustrator Advanced

This advanced class consists of 12 different projects that cover the more advanced features of Adobe Illustrator.
Our instructors will lead you step-by-step through each project, teaching the correct workflow, how to master each tool and show you useful shortcuts to speed up your production. This hands-on training is a proven method for those looking to master Illustrator.

1 Faux 3D Design

Use the powerful Appearance panel to create and organize simulated 3D buttons and effects.

• Learn how to work with the Appearance panel
• Use the Gradients panel to create textures
• Manage layers and groups for better design

2 lnfographics

Use Illustrator's graphing tools and other features to create infographics in 2D and 3D.

• Working with the graphing tools
• Gradients and Shadow Effects
• Work with 30 to enhance graphs

3 Advanced Typography

Use several tools and techniques to create a
Typography-based poster and more.

• Work with warping text
• Working with the Appearance panel
• Text tools and techniques

4 Image Tracing

Use Image Trace and Live Paint to turn common pixel-based art into beautiful vector masterpieces.

• Learn about the Image Trace workflow
• Use Live Paint to add color to vector artwork
• Learn about the types of vector art

5 Repetitive Art

Use Illustrator's amazing Pattern Maker as well as a few hidden features to create amazing repetitive artwork.

• Make patterns in Illustrator
• Use Anchor Points and Object Transforms
• Use the Transform effect

6 Blending Modes

Use the popular Blending Modes feature to create complex blending effects on your images.

• Learn about Blending Modes
• Apply Blending Modes to your layers
• Working with Blending Modes

7 Text & Graphics

Learn additional methods to combine text and graphics to create a one-page info article.

• Format and connect text boxes
• Wrap text around a graphic
• Use a Gradient Mesh to create graphics

8 Vector Brushes

Learn about the many different types of vector brushes to create some unique artwork.

• Use and define Brushes
• Add brush art to existing paths
• Create vector brushes

9 Vector 3D Art

Use 3D Effects in Illustrator to create two very different types of 3D vector artwork.

• Learn about the Extrude & Bevel Effect
• Learn about the Revolve Effect
• Position your 3D Artwork

10 Raster & Vector

Combine raster and vector graphic design together and learn how to manage their relationship in Illustrator.

• Learn more about raster graphics in Illustrator
• Work with the mighty Appearance panel
• Create vector elements for your raster graphic

11 Advanced Color

Use some of the most powerful coloring features in Illustrator to alter and convert the colors of your artwork.

• Create professional color combinations
• Convert and alter colors
• Learn how to reduce colors in your artwork

12 Perspective Art

Use the powerful Perspective Grid in Illustrator to create 3D looking perspective vector artwork.

• Learn about the Perspective Grid
• Create a perspective logo from scratch
• Manipulate elements on the grid