Here’s how to put anything in a circle in Illustrator in a matter of minutes, even seconds. From circular logos to those classic Looney Tunes ensembles, this is a great little trick to know. 5-Minute Video Tutorial Watch along below as I show you how to put anything in a circle and then extend the …
With Illustrator CC 2024 came a new and improved intertwine tool. I’m going to show you how to use it, and hopefully spark some creative ideas for how you could use the tool in your designs. Illustrator Intertwine 2024 Tutorial Follow along below as I demonstrate how to use intertwine in Illustrator 2024. I thought …
Here’s how to add an editable halftone effect to live text in Illustrator. I will also quickly guide you on how to do this in web RGB and print CMYK formats because both will have slightly different outcomes. Watch the Video Tutorial Why this Technique Works Well Halftone effects are a timeless classic. By applying …
You’ll notice that, as soon as you select two or more objects and try to apply a fill gradient, the results are not quite what we’re looking for! This tutorial will show you how to take multiple objects, be they shapes, lines, or text, and apply one seamless gradient through them. Grouping and Appearance Panel …
Here’s how to use the new touch type tool in Illustrator CC to make non-destructive text effects for some fun typographic designs and logos. The Touch Type Tool – What is it? This is a new feature introduced to Illustrator CC. In simple terms, the tool allows you to rotate, scale, move, and apply character …
Learn how to link text boxes in Illustrator so that you can thread large bodies of text seamlessly through text boxes. For single and multiple-page spreads, this technique is a must. Why is Linking Text Boxes so Important? Threading text is one of the key features of InDesign documents and can be done just as …
Looking to open, edit, and save a multiple-page PDF in Illustrator? This tutorial will help shed some light on a potentially problematic undertaking! Is it Worth it in Illustrator? So, the short answer is: it depends. The tutorial above is split into two parts. The first shows you how to open and edit a PDF …
Learn how to wrap text around a circle in Illustrator in no time at all. You can use this tutorial with nearly any font, and this technique is ideal for badges, logos, and so much more. Watch My Illustrator Wrap Text Around a Circle Video Tutorial I think this is something all designers should know …
This blended text effect in Illustrator is simple to recreate. Using blend mode and a few other tools, you can create gorgeous warped text in no time. Blended Text Effect Video Tutorial This is a really simple effect to create, but it looks so impressive. You can apply this technique to any font type. The …
Here’s how to make a dotted line in Illustrator in a matter of seconds, using a few smart options in the stroke panel. Be it for maps, arrows, or some fun dot-to-dot children’s art, save yourself potentially hours of time with my super simple tutorial. Video Tutorial Want to watch along as I demonstrate, then …