Adobe Illustrator Essential Training

Adobe Illustrator 2020 Essential Training covers the fundamental concepts and techniques for using Adobe Illustrator, focusing on the industry-standard vector drawing program. The training is designed for beginners and provides a structured approach to learning the software, including navigating the interface, using tools, and understanding color, strokes, and other essential features. 

Key topics covered in Adobe Illustrator 2020 Essential Training:

Illustrator Environment: Navigating the interface, understanding panels, and using the toolbox. 

Selection: Learning to use the Selection and Direct Selection tools for choosing and manipulating objects. 

Shape and Line Drawing: Creating basic shapes, polygons, stars, and lines using the drawing tools. 

Color: Exploring color models, using swatches, gradients, and understanding color concepts. 

Strokes: Working with stroke attributes, creating dashed and dotted lines, and using arrowheads. 

Organizing Artwork: Using layers and groups to manage and structure complex illustrations. 

Working with Type: Understanding the type panel and using different type options. 

Exporting and Saving: Learning how to save and export files in various formats. 

Specific areas of focus:

Drawing tools: Covers the pen tool, shape tools, and pathfinder for creating and manipulating vector shapes. 

Color and Appearance: Explores color models, swatches, gradients, and the Appearance panel. 

Working with Text: Covers the Type tool, character and paragraph options, and using type on a path. 

Creative Cloud Libraries: Leveraging CC Libraries for managing assets and collaborating on projects. 

Efficiency in Illustrator: Learning to customize workspaces, use keyboard shortcuts, and create custom views. 

Output and Export: Understanding how to package Illustrator files and export them in various formats. 

Learning formats:

Online courses

Recommended approach:

Start with the fundamentals: Focus on understanding the basic concepts and tools before moving on to more advanced features. 

Practice regularly: Work through exercises and projects to reinforce your learning. 

Explore different learning formats: Find the approach that best suits your learning style. 

Don't be afraid to experiment: Try out different techniques and tools to discover what works best for you.