Master Adobe Illustrator CC 2020: Logo, Packaging, & More

What you will learn:

Adobe Illustrator CC 2020 tools
Logo design principles and techniques
Typography styles and applications
Color theory and color psychology
Social media graphics creation
Packaging design concepts and best practices
Creating 3D mockups for packaging
Vector graphics manipulation and conversion
Illustration skills and techniques

Description

Dive into the world of Adobe Illustrator CC 2020 with this comprehensive masterclass, designed for beginners and experienced users alike. Learn everything from the fundamentals of vector design to advanced techniques for creating stunning visuals for a variety of applications.

This course covers real-world projects including logo design, packaging design and 3D mockups, typography, color theory, and social media graphics, equipping you with the skills to bring your creative vision to life. Through 179 detailed video lectures, you'll gain a deep understanding of Illustrator's tools and techniques, enhancing your design workflow and boosting your confidence.

With step-by-step instructions, practical exercises, and a practice test to assess your progress, you'll learn by doing, building a strong foundation in vector design. Upon completion, you'll receive a Certificate of Completion, showcasing your newfound skills.

Curriculum

Introduction

Get acquainted with the user interface of Adobe Illustrator CC 2020. Learn the layout, key elements, and essential functions to navigate the program effectively. This section provides a solid foundation for your journey into the world of vector graphics.

Tools

This section explores the comprehensive toolset of Adobe Illustrator, covering tools for alignment, anchor points, artboards, blending, clipping masks, erasing, scissors, knives, eye dropper, feathering, filters, gradients, gradient mesh, hand and print tiling, lassoing, warping, zooming, joining and penciling, working with layers, magic wand selection, measuring, offsetting, adjusting opacity, painting and blob brush, paragraph formatting, Pathfinder manipulation, pen and curvature tools, pencil drawing, puppet warp and free transform, reshaping, rotating and reflecting, using rulers, scaling and shearing, shape building, general shape creation, slicing and selection, symbol spraying, and understanding the subtypes of lines and text.

Typography

Dive into the world of typography, learning about different font types, the six golden rules of typography, and various techniques for creating visually appealing text. Explore 3D effects, airbrushing, blending, cartoon, floral, folded, hand-lettering, hustle, isometric, line, liquid, long shadow, loop, neon, retro, scratch lines, shaded effects, sliced, slime effects, speed line effects, stroke brush, stylish gradient, and watercolor typography styles. This section will enhance your ability to communicate effectively through visually appealing text.

Color Theory

Gain a solid understanding of color theory, encompassing the psychology of colors, how color affects our emotions and perception, and exploring the fundamentals of the color wheel. This section will equip you with the knowledge to choose colors effectively, creating harmonious and impactful designs.

Social Media Post

Learn how to create compelling and visually appealing graphics for social media platforms. This section delves into the fundamentals of graphic design, exploring the importance of social media for graphic designers, essential websites for graphic designers, image selection, composition, and advertising on social media. You'll gain valuable insights into creating captivating content for your social media presence.

Logo Design

Master the art of logo design through a diverse collection of tutorials. Learn the fundamentals of logo design, common mistakes to avoid, and various styles including 3D classic, 3D colorful, 3D glossy, 3D infinite loop, 3D polygon, abstract animal face, bird, camera shutter, chrome, circle letter, animal, circular, cube, decorative, fire, flat and minimal, gradient, Instagram, IOS, lips, lotus, minimal, modern, monochrome, negative space, natural water, pencil effect, professional low poly, simple letter, and heart-shaped logos. This section will equip you with the skills to create impactful and memorable logos for brands.

Illustration

Develop your illustration skills by creating a wide range of vector graphics, including balloons, bottles, burgers, business cards, chemical flasks, cold drink cups, cookies, cups, doughnuts, french fries, fruit bowls, headphones, ice cream cones, icons, invitations, iPhones, geometric patterns, lamps, computer mice, nail polish bottles, oranges, pencils, pizza slices, plug points, popcorn tubes, potted plants, round rugs, umbrellas, watercolor popsicles, watermelon slices, and wristwatches. This section will enhance your ability to create diverse and engaging visual content.

Vector Graphic

Explore the world of vector graphics, learning how to convert AI files to JPEG or PNG formats, create fun vector illustrations, leverage image trace techniques, design intricate leaf and owl vector graphics, and understand the difference between raster and vector images. This section will empower you to work efficiently with vector graphics and create high-quality visuals.

Packaging Design

Learn the principles of packaging design and create visually appealing packaging for various products. This section covers an introduction to packaging design, the ultimate guide to packaging, fundamentals of packaging design, types of packaging, and design examples for bottles, candles, chocolate, cigarettes, coffee, digital printing, eye cream, French fries, gifts, hexagon-shaped packaging, medicine boxes, milk bottles, mini shampoo sachets, nail polish bottles, ointments, olive oil, potato chips, Pringles, protein bars, shoeboxes, soap, juice boxes, light bulbs, and perfumes. This section will equip you with the skills to design captivating packaging that attracts attention and stands out on shelves.

3D Mockup

Learn to create realistic 3D mockups for your packaging designs using Adobe Illustrator. Explore tutorials for creating 3D mockups for candle, coffee, eye cream, light bulb, medicine box, mini shampoo, shoe box, soap, nail paint, and olive oil packaging. This section will enable you to present your packaging designs in a visually compelling way, showcasing their potential appeal to customers.