Discovering Adobe Illustrator
- Introduction to Adobe Illustrator and its areas of application
- Exploring the user interface and customizing the workspace
- Understanding vector drawing and how it differs from bitmap graphics
- Creating documents and configuring basic settings
Creating Vector Illustrations
- Using drawing tools and geometric shapes
- Using the Pen tool and manipulating anchor points
- Using the Paintbrush, Blob Brush, and Pencil tools
- Selecting, aligning, and transforming objects
Building and Editing Shapes
- Using Pathfinder and the Shape Builder tool
- Applying transformations, repetitions, and reflections
- Blending and distorting vector objects
- Organizing objects and managing layers
Applying Styles and Effects
- Using clipping masks and the Appearance panel
- Working with strokes, dashed lines, arrowheads, and graphic styles
- Applying Illustrator effects and transparency
- Using blending modes and managing object appearance
Managing Colors
- Using the Swatches panel and global colors
- Creating linear and radial gradients
- Using color libraries and creating color harmonies
- Managing colors for print and digital media
Adding Text and Organizing the Document
- Working with point type, area type, and type on a path
- Applying typographic formatting and using Adobe Fonts
- Organizing layers and using Isolation Mode
- Efficiently managing document elements
Exploring Artificial Intelligence Tools
- Introduction to Adobe Firefly in Illustrator
- Generating vector illustrations from a prompt
- Customizing and editing generated results
- Best practices for integrating AI into a creative workflow
Saving and Exporting Projects
- Using native Illustrator formats (.ai and .ait)
- Exporting PDFs for print
- Exporting JPG, PNG, TIFF, and PSD files
- Optimizing files for the web and social media