We know you're anxious to jump right to the part where we actually make something using the mesh, but first it's important to recognize the various parts of the gradient mesh. We will explain all in this tutorial and then show you how we can use it to create interesting images.

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You will learn how to create realistic vector fireworks in this tutorial. The final fireworks look simple yet elegant, perfect for sending to your clients.

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This tutorial will show the intermediate-to-advanced Adobe Illustrator artist how to make a realistic military style cap icon using predominately gradients, blends, and the Gradient Mesh Tool. We'll be using a photo reference to base this illustration on, though utilizing creative judgement throughout the process.

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Opacity masks can be used in Illustrator "blend to transparent" which is generally accomplished very easily in Photoshop. However, Photoshop isn't always the correct tool for a project. So in this brief tutorial we'll show you how to create, apply and adjust opacity masks in Adobe Illustrator for a reflection effect.

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Drawing a Clock in Illustrator Tutorial

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This tutorial shows you how we build a Bucket 'o' Thought character and add a dynamic background effect. This process can be applied to any sketch you are vectorising. It takes some knowledge and skill with the Pen tool, but gives you ultimate control over your line work. In this tutorial, I will constantly refer to a tools' quick key, learn your quick keys people, it makes things so much easier!

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In this tutorial, we'll explain how to create a vector pencil and paper illustration with some pencil shavings and a sharpener. We will explain how to use the 3D Revolve Tool and Extrude Tool and how to simulate a dark wood background.

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Once upon a time there was a tutorial. A tutorial which told of magical and enchanting ways to create Fairy Tale pages in Adobe Illustrator. Are you sitting comfortably? Then we'll begin...

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It can be quite tricky getting the hang of Adobe Illustrator, but if you take a step back and concentrate on the basics there's a range of options for creating great looking images. In this tutorial, we'll take a look at constructing a group of cool vector ninja characters using just the basic shapes and a variety of simple tools, making it a good start for Illustrator beginners.

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This tutorial will teach you the basics of making clip art with Adobe Illustrator.

Before getting started, you’ll need a copy or trial of Adobe Illustrator, a creative mind and basic drawing skills (lines, squares, curves).

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