Adobe Illustrator

Course Description

This course covers the fundamentals of Adobe Illustrator, which is used primarily to work with vector-based graphics. Learners will be equipped with the drawing techniques, types, layers, patterns, gradients, effects and 3D objects. You will learn how to create and modify objects with this powerful vector drawing software program offered by Adobe.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of Adobe Illustrator, participants will be able to:

Navigate Illustrator's interface
Draw vector graphics using Illustrator
Transform an object
Create blends and complex shapes
Apply advanced techniques
Create 3D object and apply effects
Apply colours and brushes effects
Create texts and paragraphs
Output correct setting for printing/web

By the end of the course, learners will be able to apply their knowledge of the Adobe Illustrator tools, features and special effects, allowing them to create fun and interesting artworks.

Target Audience

Anyone who wants to learn how to use Adobe Illustrator to create illustrations, line art, logos, vector graphics, advertisements and page layout for work purposes or interests.

Prerequisite

No prior knowledge of Adobe Illustrator is required. Participants need to have basic computer skills such as locating and opening files, downloading images, using keyboard and mouse.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Introducing Illustrator CC

Topic A: Apply Design Principles, Elements, and Graphics Composition
Topic B: Evaluate Graphics Scalability
Topic C: Navigate the User Interface
Topic D: Customize the User Interface

Lesson 2: Creating Documents Containing Basic Shapes

Topic A: Create Documents
Topic B: Save Documents
Topic C: Draw Basic Shapes

Lesson 3: Creating Documents Containing Customized Paths

Topic A: Draw Paths
Topic B: Modify Paths

Lesson 4: Creating Graphics Containing Customized Text

Topic A: Insert Text
Topic B: Apply Flow Text Along a Path
Topic C: Insert Bounded and Threaded Text
Topic D: Apply Text Styles
Topic E: Insert Typographical Characters

Lesson 5: Customizing Objects

Topic A: Import, Place, and Link Graphics
Topic B: Alter the Appearance of Objects

Lesson 6: Customizing Basic Shapes

Topic A: Apply Strokes and Brushes
Topic B: Fill Shapes
Topic C: Apply Graphics Styles
Topic D: Distort Text with Text Envelopes

Lesson 7: Preparing Documents for Deployment

Topic A: Update Text
Topic B: Wrap Text
Topic C: Hyphenate Text
Topic D: Optimize Content for Print
Topic E: Optimize Content for the Web
Topic F: Optimize Content for PDF Documents

Lesson 8: Drawing Complex Illustrations

Topic A: Apply the Grid, Guides, and Info Panel
Topic B: Combine Objects to Create Complex Illustrations
Topic C: Organize Artwork with Layers
Topic D: Create a Perspective Drawing
Topic E: Trace Artwork

Lesson 9: Enhancing Artwork Using Painting Tools

Topic A: Paint Objects Using Fills and Strokes
Topic B: Paint Objects Using Live Paint Groups
Topic C: Paint with Custom Brushes
Topic D: Add Transparency and Blending Modes
Topic E: Apply Meshes to Objects
Topic F: Apply Patterns

Lesson 10: Customizing Colors and Swatches

Topic A: Manage Colors
Topic B: Customize Swatches
Topic C: Manage Color Groups
Topic D: Adjust Color

Lesson 11: Enhancing the Appearance of Artwork

Topic A: Apply Effects to an Object
Topic B: Create Graphic Styles
Topic C: Apply a Mask to an Object
Topic D: Apply Symbols and Symbol Sets

Adobe Illustrator

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VTeach Pte. Ltd.

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