Use a range of vector shapes in Adobe Illustrator to create a detailed black and white emblem badge. We’ll use a mix of basic tools to align the various shapes together, then add some cool detail using the more advanced Pathfinder and Blend tools.

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The great thing about seamless repeating patterns is that once created, they can be used as a base for all kinds of awesome designs. Skateboard decks, custom apparel, package designs and website backgrounds are just some of the uses for the good old pattern swatch. Follow this tutorial to build a vector based repeating pattern of your own, featuring trendy graphics of skulls, stars, lightning bolts and other cool pop imagery.

submitted: 5 years and 3408 days ago

In this tutorial we'll show you the process we use for creating a 3D floorplan from scratch, in 6 easy steps. This technique can be applied to infographics, such as escape-plans or to show the layout of a building that you normally wouldn't be able to see. Let's get started!


submitted: 5 years and 3421 days ago

Changes, changes, changes! As any designer/illustrator can attest to, changes from a client can be a huge headache and can cause major issues in the progress of the project. In this tutorial we will show you how we approach reworking an illustration after the client has change requests, without having to start over and re-draw every step of the illustration.

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In this tutorial we'll show you the process we use for creating a vector goldfish in six easy steps. The steps are a bit condensed so intermediate Illustrator users will benefit greatly, though beginners will be able to get similar results, you'll just need to experiment a bit more with these tools and techniques. The vector goldfish is created with the use of the Mesh, Blend and Symbol Tools. Let’s get started!


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Handle color changes and variations with ease by following this intermediate level tutorial. This is a special tutorial sponsored by Astute Graphics that incorporates the use of their high-quality Phantasm CS range Illustrator Pugins. We'll work with Phantasm's color shifting tools: Hue/Saturation and and Shift to Color, while we learn to contrast shapes when composing natural, vector scenes!


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Adobe Illustrator patterns makes your work process easier and the result prettier. Every vector professional must know the secrets and details about using seamless patterns, as well as many approaches to creating them. In this tutorial we dive into the anatomy of patterns in Adobe Illustrator, analyzing numerous existing methods of creating a seamless pattern fill, from the easiest ones to the most complex ones.


submitted: 5 years and 3432 days ago

This is a special tutorial that incorporates the use of their high-quality Phantasm CS (Studio or Publisher) Illustrator plugins. Let's see how we achieve our goal in designing that strategic, promotional T-shirt!

submitted: 5 years and 3432 days ago

In this tutorial we'll use Illustrator's 3D tool to create text with depth. We'll give the letters personality by placing them at angles and choosing a fun font. We'll add a crazy rabbit character and unify all the colors as we add simple shading. Lastly, we'll give this fun logo a sticker effect. We cover quite a bit of ground in this tutorial, so fire up Illustrator and let's begin!


submitted: 5 years and 3437 days ago

Get your documents ready for printing. This is a special tutorial that incorporates the use of their high-quality Phantasm CS (Studio or Publisher) Illustrator Plugins. Phantasm CS contains powerful print preview tools. We'll use Phantasm's tools to find and correct potential printing problems, ensuring the best possible output of our vector artwork!


submitted: 5 years and 3437 days ago