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Create Plants Vs. Zombie Type in Illustrator

Timothy — Thu, 10 May 2012 23:00:00 +0000

I would classify this one as a intermediary tutorial, but even If you’re experienced in Illustrator, you might find some good insights and ideas on it, have fun.

How to Create a Mail App Icon Using Adobe Illustrator

Timothy — Tue, 08 May 2012 23:00:59 +0000

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In this tutorial you will learn how to create icons for iOS-applications, you will also talk about the technical requirements that are applied to this kind of products. In the process we will be using unique techniques that will allow you to create light and shade and soft play of colors.

Create a Vector Tape Measure in Illustrator CS5

Timothy — Sun, 06 May 2012 23:00:04 +0000

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In the following tutorial you will learn how to create a vector tape measure. Learn to use professional pixel perfect vector shape building techniques, break shapes apart as needed with Pathfinder tools, and color your graphic elements with highlights and gradients, resulting in a metallic tape measure illustration.

Illustrator Tutorial to Create A Snazzy Retro Badge

Timothy — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 23:00:21 +0000

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This tutorial will help you create a vector retro badge or emblem. Particularly, in this year, the number of websites using these as attention grabbers is increasing, and it is being touted as a design trend that is not very likely to cease anytime soon. So, it becomes very important as a designer to know how to create these badges.

Quick Tip: Create An Alien Character Using the Width Tool

Timothy — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 23:00:28 +0000

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In this tutorial you will be creating a little alien guy very quickly, by taking advantage of the Width Tool. We will also be using the Ellipse tool, Pen Tool and the Pathfinder panel.

Creating a Disco Ball Using Illustrator

Timothy — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 23:00:00 +0000

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Creating an illustration of a sparkling disco ball might seem very complicated, and with good reason. In this new Adobe Illustrator tutorial we will try make it simple. We will be creating a really nice, shiny disco ball using only AI and our good taste in color selection. Overall, the coloring will be a real challenge. So get ready to create a vector that will have you dancing in your chair.

How to Create a Scratchboard Effect Bear Portrait

Timothy — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 23:00:53 +0000

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Tutorial is aimed at those who are beginners with Adobe Illustrator CS (and later versions) and who also have access to a graphics tablet. In this Basix tutorial I’ll be showing you how to create your own scratchboard effect bear portrait, along the way giving you helpful hints on how to make the whole process easier.

Illustrator Quick Tip: How to Create Pop Art Using Live Trace

Timothy — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 23:00:00 +0000

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f you’re a fan of of Andy Warhol, then you’re familiar with the screen printed look of pop art. Screen prints typically have a limited number of colors. Those colors are specifically chosen to represent shadows, highlights and midtones. Pop art is typically very bright and colorful which makes it very appealing and fun to create.

Create a Travellers Suitcase Icon in Illustrator

Timothy — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 23:00:00 +0000

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Learn how to create a Travellers Suitcase/Luggage/Bag Icon using Adobe Illustrator. We’ll be using a mixture of shapes, effects and various techniques to create this icon.

Create A Jeans Vector Illustration in Illustrator

Timothy — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 23:00:00 +0000

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Adobe Illustrator can be a little tricky to get your hands around, particularly after getting used to the workflow of applications like Photoshop. The differences between layer use and the creation of objects and shapes can be really strange at first hand.