Creating Custom Brushes for Illustrator
In our last installment dealing with brushes in Adobe Illustrator, we looked at methods for generating Pattern Brushes from vector elements. But this week we'll leave the patterned strokes behind and delve into the messier realm of Art Brushes.
Type : Illustrator Tutorial
Level : Beginner
Added : May 30, 2006
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Make Vector 3D Logo with Illustrator CS2
Use the Type tool, type in "3D Logo". Go to Effect >Warp > Arc and apply the following setting:
Then go to Effect > 3D > Extrude & Bevel and apply the setting as shown in the image below. You can drag around the cube to set the X,Y,Z rotation values. Set the Extrude Depth to 20pt.
Type : Illustrator Tutorial
Level : Beginner
Added : Apr 20, 2006
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Abstract Background
Create a rectangular path and fill it with blue gradient.
Create another path with Blue-Black gradient and select Screen Blending Mode. This will create a lighter blue gradient shade. If your color setting is CMYK, make sure the black is full black (C,M,Y,K=100).
Type : Illustrator Tutorial
Level : Experienced
Added : Apr 13, 2006
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How to Trace/Draw People from Photo with Illustrator
Editor's Pick in Adobe Illustrator, April 2006
In this tutorial you will find the detailed instructions on how to make a vector image from your photo.
Type : Illustrator Tutorial
Level : Experienced
Added : Apr 07, 2006
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Make a Trendy Ad with Envelope Distort Tool
Find a beautiful photo that you would like to use for your artwork. Place it in Illustrator by File > Place. Then lock the layer.
Make a new layer, 'base paths'. Use the Pen tool, cover the clothes with white paths.
Type : Illustrator Tutorial
Level : Experienced
Added : Apr 04, 2006
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Spiral Tool Mysteries - Solved!
One of the most intriguing tools in Adobe Illustrator is the Spiral tool, not because of what it does – creates spirals – but because of the mysterious terms used its dialog box. Words like Radius, Decay, and Segments leave artists with more questions than answers.
Type : Illustrator Tutorial
Level : Beginner
Added : Mar 30, 2006
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iTune Icon
Editor's Pick in Adobe Illustrator, March 2006
Emerald-green and sparkling notes the icon of iTunes can now appear on your site created by your own hand with a few strokes in Illustrator.
Type : Illustrator Tutorial
Level : Experienced
Added : Mar 29, 2006
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How do I Get Photoshop Layers to Appear in Illustrator?
Because both Photoshop and Illustrator have layers, it only makes sense to want to use layers from one product in the other one. It’s nice to be able to manipulate individual layers from a Photoshop image in Illustrator, so you can make adjustments on a portion of an image. Before you embark on this...
Type : Illustrator Tutorial
Level : All levels
Added : Feb 24, 2006
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Getting Started with Illustrator CS2 (Video Tutorial)
Editor's Pick in Adobe Illustrator, February 2006
Making crafty vector reflections can get tricky. This video tutorial contains all the necessary details to help you master the technique.
Type : Illustrator Tutorial
Level : Beginner
Added : Feb 20, 2006
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Create 3D Vase With 3D Revolve + Map Art
This tutorial shows you how to create a nice 3D vase in 5 minutes with Illustrator CS2 3D Revolve Tool. It is fun and easy!
Type : Illustrator Tutorial
Level : Experienced
Added : Dec 27, 2005
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