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http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/ornate-lettering-process.17945.html I'm going to show you the process as to how I do my ornate lettering.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-11-03 17:05:21 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/ornate-lettering-process.17945.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/halloween-pumpkins.17922.html Editor's Pick of October, 2009
A few more tricks to perform in Photoshop to come up with unique Jack-O-Lantern cutouts and realistic glowing effects.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-10-28 15:33:56 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/halloween-pumpkins.17922.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/dot-matrix-effect.17912.html Editor's Pick of October, 2009
Combine Illustrator and Photoshop features to come up with a 3d look composition. The visual effect is indeed worth learning and can be used in creative web design.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-10-08 11:14:47 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/dot-matrix-effect.17912.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/design-a-coffee-mug-icon.15786.html Editor's Pick of October, 2009
Illustrator tutorial on how to draw a vector image of a cup of hot coffee. Step-by-step instructions guiding you from a scratch to a ready-to-use picture.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-10-07 11:07:32 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/design-a-coffee-mug-icon.15786.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/blueprint-style-text-in-adobe-illustrator.15721.html This blueprint technique has been seen just about everywhere. This is a quick demo using a blend of live effects, filters, and even a little gradient mesh to create a seemingly complex logo treatment.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Experienced ]]> 2009-09-30 09:18:26 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/blueprint-style-text-in-adobe-illustrator.15721.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/how-to-design-a-skate-deck-with-a-cool-skull-pattern.17905.html Editor's Pick of September, 2009
Create a realistic full-custom mockup of your skate deck graphic while doing basic and simple manipulations in Adobe Illustrator.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-09-25 05:01:38 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/how-to-design-a-skate-deck-with-a-cool-skull-pattern.17905.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/the-making-of-abe.17813.html Editor's Pick of September, 2009
Behold site's mascot creation steps described in details to give an idea of making a character that would be a nice brand building tool in addition to web design.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Experienced ]]> 2009-09-17 11:12:37 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/the-making-of-abe.17813.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/patterns-and-shapes-in-adobe-illustrator-video-tutorial.16779.html This tutorial is based on an advertisement that uses patterns and shapes to create a unique design effect.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-09-07 10:53:05 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/patterns-and-shapes-in-adobe-illustrator-video-tutorial.16779.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-your-own-leprechaun-for-st-patrick-s-day.17860.html Editor's Pick of September, 2009
A nice Illustrator tutorial on how to draw a funny character and make it a web design mascot in case you are willing to increase your sites identity recognition.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Experienced ]]> 2009-09-04 10:07:50 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-your-own-leprechaun-for-st-patrick-s-day.17860.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/roundtrip-logo-from-illustrator-to-photoshop-video-tutorial.16412.html Dave Cross creates some grungy text graphics. By combining tools from Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, he creates a smart vector object that can be edited on the fly.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-08-28 10:54:08 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/roundtrip-logo-from-illustrator-to-photoshop-video-tutorial.16412.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/swirly-border-design-in-illustrator-cs4.17846.html Editor's Pick of August, 2009
Swirlys and flourishes are periodically getting popular and trendy in web design so behold a quick and easy way to create those.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-08-20 10:43:54 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/swirly-border-design-in-illustrator-cs4.17846.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-a-cool-floral-monogram-using-floral-brushes.17832.html Editor's Pick of August, 2009
Adobe Illustrator tutorial on how to draw a curlicue style and fancy looking frame while using pretty much only brushes and following the basic techniques.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-08-12 10:27:03 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-a-cool-floral-monogram-using-floral-brushes.17832.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/a-pseudo-sugar-skull-from-start-to-finish.17829.html Editor's Pick of August, 2009
A breath-taking Adobe Illustrator tutorial which enlarge your experience of creating vector illustrations from drawing in pencil. At the end you will get an eye-catching pseudo-sugar skull.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Experienced ]]> 2009-08-07 08:54:54 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/a-pseudo-sugar-skull-from-start-to-finish.17829.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-a-vector-rss-icon.17808.html Editor's Pick of August, 2009
Behold a nice coverage of Illustrator's powerful tools on the example of drawing a simple RSS icon within a few seconds.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Experienced ]]> 2009-08-04 07:00:00 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-a-vector-rss-icon.17808.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-a-bright-retro-grunge-vector-illustration.17810.html Follow these steps in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to create a range of vector shapes and graphics that can be combined into a great looking vector collage illustration.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-08-04 07:00:00 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-a-bright-retro-grunge-vector-illustration.17810.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/how-to-create-an-awesome-vector-skate-deck-design.17811.html There's nothing cooler than designing artwork for a skateboard deck! Follow this walkthrough in Adobe Illustrator to create your own vibrant and stunning vector artwork using geometric lines, shapes and a perfect colour scheme.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Experienced ]]> 2009-08-04 07:00:00 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/how-to-create-an-awesome-vector-skate-deck-design.17811.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/how-to-create-an-abstract-vector-design-in-illustrator.17809.html A great looking abstract design can be created from the simplest of shapes. Let's take a look at compiling various geometric shapes and objects to form a dynamic composition in Illustrator, then polishing it all up with some transparency effects to create a trendy vector illustration.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-08-03 10:40:05 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/how-to-create-an-abstract-vector-design-in-illustrator.17809.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-a-cute-furry-vector-monster-in-illustrator.17804.html Editor's Pick of July, 2009
An Adobe Illustrator drawing tutorial that'll teach you how to create a character starting with the basic shapes and then moving on with more advanced techniques of making realistic fur.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Experienced ]]> 2009-07-31 09:26:19 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-a-cute-furry-vector-monster-in-illustrator.17804.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/a-simple-way-to-wrap-an-object-in-illustrator.17747.html This tutorial will show a simple way to wrap an object in Illustrator.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-07-24 10:24:20 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/a-simple-way-to-wrap-an-object-in-illustrator.17747.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/5-steps-for-drawing-complex-vector-sun-rays.17749.html This step-by-step tutorial will show you how to draw vector sun rays in Adobe Illustrator.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-07-20 08:21:39 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/5-steps-for-drawing-complex-vector-sun-rays.17749.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/how-to-create-a-paisley-seamless-vector-pattern.17740.html Editor's Pick of July, 2009
Give a glamorous feel of an Indian textile print to your background or any web design element.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-07-14 09:14:39 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/how-to-create-a-paisley-seamless-vector-pattern.17740.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/artistic-expressions-creating-a-3d-sign.17729.html Though the concept of 3D tends to scare many people, it's there to make things easier.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Experienced ]]> 2009-07-10 09:58:47 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/artistic-expressions-creating-a-3d-sign.17729.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-an-envelpe-icon-with-a-satin-feel.15634.html Good looking envelope icon makes it much easier to find a contact form or your e-mail address. Get some tips on how to draw one.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-07-06 10:53:51 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-an-envelpe-icon-with-a-satin-feel.15634.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-cs4-appearance-panel-video-tutorial.16158.html There are some great new enhancements to the Appearance panel in Illustrator CS4 that will consolidate your workflow and save users a lot of time. For instance, it's now possible to make color and stroke adjustments right in the appearance panel, as well as add new fills, strokes, and effects. The ...
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-06-25 10:51:24 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-cs4-appearance-panel-video-tutorial.16158.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/making-of-an-abstract-artwork.17216.html Implementing art trends in web design is somewhat bold but the outcome is sure to amuse certain audience and give a more human-oriented look.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-06-23 11:00:21 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/making-of-an-abstract-artwork.17216.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/seo-tips-for-cs4-applications-part-1-video-tutorial.17636.html This four-part series from Geoff Blake explores some of the tools in CS4 that will help with web search engine optimization.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-06-15 11:03:35 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/seo-tips-for-cs4-applications-part-1-video-tutorial.17636.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-fun-eye-catching-text-with-adobe-illustrator.17460.html This time around, we'll explore the many ways you can manipulate text in Illustrator. By combining color and effects, you can create really fun and eye-catching text in no time at all.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-06-11 10:18:32 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-fun-eye-catching-text-with-adobe-illustrator.17460.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/smart-objects-from-illustrator-to-photoshop-to-dreamweaver-video-tutorial.17567.html Learn about using smart objects created in Illustrator and taking them into Photoshop and then Dreamweaver.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Experienced ]]> 2009-06-03 07:36:41 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/smart-objects-from-illustrator-to-photoshop-to-dreamweaver-video-tutorial.17567.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/changing-appearence-of-brushes.17171.html This little tutorial will show you how to change appear of brushes.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-05-29 10:34:25 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/changing-appearence-of-brushes.17171.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-a-themed-repeating-pattern-in-illustrator.17099.html Follow this Adobe Illustrator tutorial to create a range of simple vector objects based around the theme of a designer's lifestyle, then tile them together into a cool looking repeating pattern.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Experienced ]]> 2009-05-28 07:30:39 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-a-themed-repeating-pattern-in-illustrator.17099.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-a-gang-of-vector-ninjas.17097.html Editor's Pick of February, 2009
Cartoon characters will make your web design look more animate. Learn how to draw funny looking fighters in Adobe Illustrator.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-05-27 09:34:31 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-a-gang-of-vector-ninjas.17097.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/coreldraw/3d-euroleague-logo.16849.html Give 3D effect to the 2D logo.
Type: CorelDraw Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-05-22 10:56:46 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/coreldraw/3d-euroleague-logo.16849.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/coreldraw/3d-effect-in-corel-draw.16851.html Make realistic and cool 3D effect in Corel Draw.
Type: CorelDraw Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-05-22 10:56:46 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/coreldraw/3d-effect-in-corel-draw.16851.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/3d-sphere-in-adobe-illustrator.17051.html Today, I'm gonna teach you an easy way to make a 3D sphere in Adobe Illustrator.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-05-21 11:02:48 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/3d-sphere-in-adobe-illustrator.17051.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/twitter-background-using-adobe-illustrator-video-tutorial.17482.html RC shares a tutorial about designing a background for a twitter page using Illustrator.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-05-19 10:49:17 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/twitter-background-using-adobe-illustrator-video-tutorial.17482.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/business-card-design-project-walkthrough.17098.html Let's look back at my process for creating the final concept of his business card, resulting in the finished printed product.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Experienced ]]> 2009-05-14 10:58:02 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/business-card-design-project-walkthrough.17098.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/graphic-styles-in-adobe-illustrator-video-tutorial.17529.html Working with Graphic Styles in Illustrator is similar to working with layer styles in Photoshop. Corey explores some of things you can do with Illustrator's graphic styles.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-05-06 09:54:09 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/graphic-styles-in-adobe-illustrator-video-tutorial.17529.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/cool-logo-effects-in-adobe-illustrator-video-tutorial.17270.html In this tutorial, Corey designs a logo by employing some useful techniques in Adobe Illustrator.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-04-30 04:31:02 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/cool-logo-effects-in-adobe-illustrator-video-tutorial.17270.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/abstract-original-origami-effect.17392.html In this Adobe Illustrator tutorial, Guilherme will be walking you through a special technique of his, he calls it a unique "origami" effect. He's used this technique many times in many very different and unique abstract pieces.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-04-27 10:31:34 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/abstract-original-origami-effect.17392.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/intricate-patterns-in-illustrator.17047.html Editor's Pick of April, 2009
Experiment with a pattern brush tool in Adobe Illustrator to come up with a unique image that can be used as a web design element or a completed piece of digital artwork.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-04-21 10:18:37 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/intricate-patterns-in-illustrator.17047.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/warped-perspective-in-adobe-illustrator.17453.html Editor's Pick of April, 2009
Create a photographic looking calendar by following these tips. A really great technique to provoke "I want-to-grab-it" feeling without using 3d graphics software.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-04-08 10:37:09 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/warped-perspective-in-adobe-illustrator.17453.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/quick-logos-with-live-trace-in-adobe-illustrator.17382.html Editor's Pick of March, 2009
Learn how to convert a photo into vector and design a professional looking logo for your web design.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-03-19 11:43:54 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/quick-logos-with-live-trace-in-adobe-illustrator.17382.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/designing-a-sleek-pencil-icon.17355.html Editor's Pick of March, 2009
A step-by-step tutorial on how to draw a kooky icon in Illustrator CS3.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-03-11 10:12:58 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/designing-a-sleek-pencil-icon.17355.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/coreldraw/draw-3d-earth.16850.html Editor's Pick of February, 2009
A three-dimensional image of our planet is really frequently used in business logos and web design layouts, so learn how to draw one.
Type: CorelDraw Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-02-20 03:38:07 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/coreldraw/draw-3d-earth.16850.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-diamond-plate-pattern.16901.html This tutorial will teach you how to create diamond plate pattern with Adobe Illustrator.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-02-20 03:38:07 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-diamond-plate-pattern.16901.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/adobe-illustrator-calendar-from-warped-perspective-video-tutorial.16965.html This tutorial is part of Dave's magazine article, "Warped Perspective" from the November/December 08 issue. In this video, Dave explains how he created the calendar featured in the article.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-01-16 06:31:03 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/adobe-illustrator-calendar-from-warped-perspective-video-tutorial.16965.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/coreldraw/3d-gold-logo-effect-in-corel-draw.16852.html Make 3D logo with extrude tool.
Type: CorelDraw Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-01-09 03:22:51 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/coreldraw/3d-gold-logo-effect-in-corel-draw.16852.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/new-year-creating-a-new-typeface-in-illustrator.16903.html Editor's Pick of January, 2009
Learn about new Illustrator CS4 features that'll help you to come up with your own font for your logo to keep the web design unique and fresh in 2009.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Experienced ]]> 2009-01-08 02:40:01 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/new-year-creating-a-new-typeface-in-illustrator.16903.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/how-to-draw-your-own-vector-wings.16899.html This tutorial is all about how to make those really cool hyper detailed wings that all those bro-dawg brands are rocking.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Experienced ]]> 2009-01-07 03:32:25 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/how-to-draw-your-own-vector-wings.16899.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-tackle-twill.16871.html I'm sure you've seen tackle twill on a hoodie before. It's a widely used embroidery technique that involves sewing down nylon twill to a garment with zig zag stitching. This tutorial will show you how to simulate a tackle twill look with Illustrator's Appearance palette.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-01-06 02:57:18 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-tackle-twill.16871.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-quick-banners.16870.html Editor's Pick of January, 2009
Enticing banners is a great lure for potential visitors. Make sure you know how to draw attractive ones to keep the web design of the publisher clean and user-friendly.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2009-01-05 05:56:15 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-quick-banners.16870.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/coreldraw/making-rings.2833.html Learn how to create an interlaced rings in Corel Draw.
Type: CorelDraw Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-12-17 05:53:14 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/coreldraw/making-rings.2833.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/sexy-holiday-vector-pin-up-girl.16724.html Editor's Pick of December, 2008
Learn how to draw Santa for naughty boys. Sexy web design elements are appropriate for limited number of sites with appropriate audience, but they are sure to be appreciated.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Experienced ]]> 2008-12-09 07:52:38 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/sexy-holiday-vector-pin-up-girl.16724.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/how-to-create-a-seamless-pattern-in-10-steps.16672.html Editor's Pick of December, 2008
A useful to know technique of making flawless backgrounds for you web design or desktop. A 5 sec scroll down will give you an idea of the whole procedure.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-12-03 07:33:29 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/how-to-create-a-seamless-pattern-in-10-steps.16672.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-a-logo-for-your-feature-posts.16659.html In order to use this tutorial you will need to have Adobe Illustrator or a comparable vector drawing program. The skill set for this tutorial is basic to intermediate and uses mainly text effects.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Experienced ]]> 2008-11-28 06:07:39 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/create-a-logo-for-your-feature-posts.16659.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/super-cool-abstract-vectors-in-illustrator-and-photoshop.16574.html In this tutorial I will show you how to create a abstract sort of flower using the Blend Tool in Illustrator then playing with it in Photoshop to produce a very colorful wallpaper.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-11-26 09:08:47 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/super-cool-abstract-vectors-in-illustrator-and-photoshop.16574.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrating-the-flower-pattern.16543.html This article will outline the main steps on how I made the flower pattern in Illustrator.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-11-17 12:51:08 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrating-the-flower-pattern.16543.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-quickfix-change-the-size-of-a-rounded-rectangle-after-being-drawn.16438.html I've been asked a couple of times 'how do you change the size of a rounded rectangle once it has been drawn'. The problem is that when you scale the rounded rectangle as you would a normal shape the rounded corners become squashed or stretched. Well, here is the solution...
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-11-12 11:26:07 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-quickfix-change-the-size-of-a-rounded-rectangle-after-being-drawn.16438.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-quickfix-strokes-not-scaling-properly.16439.html There are a couple of options that can catch you out in Illustrator; have you ever had the problem where you scale up an object but the strokes don't get any bigger?
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-11-12 11:26:07 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-quickfix-strokes-not-scaling-properly.16439.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/adobe-illustrator-shortcuts.16480.html Here are 26 Illustrator shortcuts that can help you to speed up productivity.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-11-11 12:03:08 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/adobe-illustrator-shortcuts.16480.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/adobe-illustrator-in-3d.16472.html Editor's Pick of November, 2008
Now you can promote your on-line resource on tin can labels. Create a 3d object in Photoshop and wrap it up with your own label.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-11-06 10:57:34 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/adobe-illustrator-in-3d.16472.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-quickfix-document-raster-effects.16437.html There are some options in Illustrator that can catch you out. This particular one could cost you dearly if a job goes to print after overlooking this crucial option, resulting is a fuzzy/compressed and pure ugly rendering on the effects you added to your design.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-11-05 13:01:52 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-quickfix-document-raster-effects.16437.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/simple-silhouettes-in-illustrator-cs4-video-tutorial.16418.html Creating a silhouette from a photo is nothing new, but with Illustrator CS4's new Blob Brush tool, it has become a lot easier. Corey demonstrates how to use the Blog Brush tool to create a silhouette, and how to create some quick background effects using the Gradient Mesh tool.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-11-03 11:36:17 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/simple-silhouettes-in-illustrator-cs4-video-tutorial.16418.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/mapping-photos-to-3d-objects-in-illustrator-video-tutorial.16408.html Here's a tutorial about mapping artwork to 3D objects in Adobe Illustrator CS3.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-10-30 09:40:46 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/mapping-photos-to-3d-objects-in-illustrator-video-tutorial.16408.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-cs4-gradients-video-tutorial.16348.html Create and edit complex gradients with the new Gradient tool in Illustrator CS4, which has undergone a complete makeover. There’s a new reverse gradient button, and gradient widgets that allow users to edit applied gradients visually....
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-10-23 10:42:32 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-cs4-gradients-video-tutorial.16348.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-cs4-artboards-video-tutorial.16282.html The new Artboard features in Illustrator CS4 have been long awaited by some, but there is plenty here to assist every Illustrator user. New options include the ability to create a document with up to 100 separate artboards. They can be of differing size and orientation. Each artboard can be exported...
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-10-17 12:28:04 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-cs4-artboards-video-tutorial.16282.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-cs4-multi-artboards-video-tutorial.16280.html The ability to create and use multiple artboards in Illustrator CS4 may prove to be the most popular feature in this new version. The multi-artboard options allow you to create many different comps that can be taken into other Adobe applications like Photoshop and InDesign. Users can place an indivi...
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-10-16 12:53:28 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-cs4-multi-artboards-video-tutorial.16280.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/blend-tool-revisited-video-tutorial.16152.html Corey's tutorial is about using Illustrator's blend tool to create some really interesting design effects.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-10-07 12:34:06 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/blend-tool-revisited-video-tutorial.16152.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-cs4-blob-brush-video-tutorial.16118.html Illustrator CS4 introduces the new Blob Brush tool to users.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-09-30 10:31:14 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/illustrator-cs4-blob-brush-video-tutorial.16118.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/creating-road-maps-in-adobe-illustrator.16104.html Editor's Pick of September, 2008
Producing a map can be quite challenging but its a must-be skill for any web designer to let people find their way to a place of business or event the site is devoted to.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-09-25 12:40:20 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/creating-road-maps-in-adobe-illustrator.16104.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/3d-graph-effects-video-tutorial.16021.html In this tutorial, Corey demonstrates how easy it is to create 3D graphs using Illustrator.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-09-23 12:45:22 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/3d-graph-effects-video-tutorial.16021.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/creating-3d-shapes-in-illustrator-video-tutorial.16026.html Corey learned this from a fellow designer. He shows us how to use Illustrator to create a stroke and apply 3D effects to it and then bring it over to Photoshop to use as an interesting background graphic.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-09-23 12:45:22 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/creating-3d-shapes-in-illustrator-video-tutorial.16026.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/blending-gradients-in-illustrator-video-tutorial.16025.html How do you make a gradient bend to the shape you are creating? The answer is in Illustrator's under-used Blend tool.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-09-22 11:07:33 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/blending-gradients-in-illustrator-video-tutorial.16025.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/crazy-3d-shapes-in-illustrator.16034.html Just by experimenting with the Type tool and the 3D effect Revolve, you can use the alphabet to create a whole series of 3D objects.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-09-18 11:36:56 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/crazy-3d-shapes-in-illustrator.16034.html

http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/christmas-tree.6836.html Editor's Pick of November, 2008
Learn how to draw a Christmas tree in Adobe Illustrator. A good tutorial to keep in mind if you have intension to apply some decorations to your web design for the upcoming holidays.
Type: Illustrator Tutorial
Level: Beginner ]]> 2008-09-17 11:24:56 http://www.webdesign.org/vector-graphics/adobe-illustrator/christmas-tree.6836.html