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1 - How to Create a Watercolor Background - Illustrator Tutorial

In this tutorial we will learn how to create Watercolor Background using a Gradient Mesh, tools of deformation and Blending Modes. The techniques which are described here allow the creation of complex textural backgrounds in a simple and effective way.


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2 - Gestural Sketches and Digital Inking - Illustrator Tutorial

Hello everyone! In this tutorial we will teach you some valuable tips and lessons about digital inking and gestural sketches! Tutorial Details * Program: Illustrator CS5 * Difficulty: Intermediate * Estimated Completion Time: 1.5 hours


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3 - How to Create a Hair Braid Pattern Brush - Illustrator Tutorial

In today’s tutorial, we are going to show you how to create a deceivingly complex yet easy to make patterned hair brush using Adobe Illustrator. You’ll learn how we illustrate braids/plaits and then how to apply this element yourself in your hair designs. Tutorial Details * Program: Adobe Illustrator CS5 * Difficulty: Intermediate * Estimated Completion Time: 30 minutes


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4 - Give a 3D, Vector Robot a Realistic Feel - Illustrator Tutorial

In this tutorial you are going to learn how to combine different methods from Illustrator and Photoshop to enhance your 3D vector art. Through the process you will learn how to use the appearance panel, 3D extrude and 3D revolve. You will also create a custom art brush, and your own symbol. We are going to show you how to create masks using Channels and Layers, as well as creating Clipping Masks in Photoshop. Tutorial Details * Program: Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop CS4 * Difficulty: Intermediate * Estimated Completion Time: 3-4 Hours


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5 - Create a Tri-Color Rosette Ribbon - Illustrator Tutorial

The key to this satiny ribbon is the careful placement of gradients on its component parts. And once you have the individual elements down, it’s a snap to create award ribbons, medals, or bunting. Tutorial Details * Program: Adobe Illustrator CS4 * Difficulty: Intermediate * Estimated Completion Time : 1 hour Let’s get started!


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6 - Create a Sci-Fi, Vector Portrait Made of Symbols - Illustrator Tutorial

In this tutorial, you will learn how to create vector images made from any symbols, having previously processed a bitmap image in Photoshop and using a wonderful script. The technique is very simple and accessible to everyone, it only depends on your imagination! Tutorial Details * Program: Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop CS - CS5 * Difficulty: Beginner * Estimated Completion Time: 1 Hour


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7 - Create a Vector, Space Rocket - Illustrator Tutorial

In this tutorial you’ll learn how to create a colorful rocket from simple geometric forms and 3D effects. We’ll use filters like Blur to create smoothness and movement in some of the illustration elements. Effects like Inner Glow will also be used to accentuate the depth of the 3D forms.


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8 - Quick Tip: A Simple Way to Create Vector Fog - Illustrator Tutorial

In this tutorial, you will learn how to make a simple yet effective smoke-like illustration. Using this technique you can make smoke, fog and clouds in just a few easy steps. Let’s get started!


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9 - Create an Ominous Jar of Purple Ooze - Illustrator Tutorial

Beef up your Illustrator skills while creating an ominous jar of purple ooze. In this tut you will find handy tips and techniques for illustrating glass, chrome and toxic ooze.


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10 - How to Illustrate Deliciously Realistic Grapes using Simple Techniques - Illustrator Tutorial

In this tutorial we will learn how to illustrate a bunch of grapes using basic Adobe Illustrator tools. You will learn how to render multiple light sources and how to model a complex object using simple shapes and techniques. Let’s get started.


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