Introduction
Welcome
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What you should know
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Using the exercise files
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1. Brush Types Overview
What are custom brushes?
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How to use brushes in Illustrator
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Load preset brush libraries
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2. Calligraphic Brush
Calligraphic brush overview
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Create a custom calligraphic brush
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How the brush responds to variations
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Calligraphic brush and blob brush
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3. Scatter Brush
Scatter brush overview
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Scatter brush options
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Colorization options
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Add textures and effects
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4. Art Brush
Art brush overview
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Segment your art brush
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Make art for your art brush
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Create a more sophisticated brush
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Create a watercolor effect
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5. Bristle Brush
Bristle brush overview
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Incorporate shading
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6. Pattern Brush
Pattern brush overview
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Distribute on a path
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Add endcaps
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Tips for creating a complex pattern
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Create an overlapping pattern brush
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7. Customization and Beyond
Use gradients
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Combine brushes
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Save your custom art brushes
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Ex_Files_Illustrator_Custom_Brushes.zip
(239.8 MB)