Introduction
Welcome to the Illustrator quick start course
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1. Why Adobe Illustrator?
Discover the difference between vector and raster graphics
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2. Create a New Document
Create a document fit for a purpose
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Explore the default workspace and create a custom one
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You will learn how to use artboards
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Save a file before starting
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3. Draw Using Shapes
Discover shape tools
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Explore how to create and edit shapes
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4. Draw Using Lines
Draw freehand using the Pencil tool
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Draw with segments and curves using the Pen tool
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Create a stroke with variable width using the Width tool
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You will learn how to outline a stroke
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5. Build a Complex Design
Use shapes as the blueprint of your design
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Combine shapes and lines to create a new shape
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6. Create Using Colors and Gradients
Master the Fill and Stroke control tool
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You will learn how to use the Swatches panel and add colors themes
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Enhance a design with colorful gradients
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Recolor artwork
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7. Add Text
Add text to your artwork with the Type tool
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Browse fonts in the Adobe Fonts library
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8. Apply Effects to Transform Paths
Discover how to use the Properties and Appearance panel
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Distort and transform shapes by applying effects
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Create editable duplicates by using the Blend tool
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Use Intertwine in Illustrator to create overlapping patterns
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Add a 3D effect to any 2D path with the 3D effect panel
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9. Export and Share
Export artboards and save the file in the EPS format
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Share for review
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Conclusion
Practice the course techniques to create your work
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Ex_Files_Illustrator_2023_Quick_Start.zip
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