Adobe Illustrator CC 2023
Adobe ILLUSTRATOR.AP1.E0T
Adobe Illustrator CC 2023
ISBN: 978-1-64459-448-3Adobe ILLUSTRATOR.AP1.E0T
Adobe Illustrator CC 2020: Fundamental Online Course
Take our Adobe Illustrator CC 2020 course to design logos, icons, illustrations, infographics, and other branding materials.
(Illustrator-2020) / ISBN : 978-1-64459-210-6This course includes
Interactive Lessons
Gamified TestPrep
Hands-On Labs
AI Tutor (Add-on)
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About This Course
This Adobe Illustrator CC 2020 training course is designed for beginners who want to earn the Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) certification. From drawing shapes and adding texts to applying effects and preparing customized artwork for print or digital use, you’ll learn everything you need to know. So take your time, relax, and let your imagination flow as you train in the art of illustration.
Skills You’ll Get
- Design various vector graphics, including logos, illustrations, infographics, and web elements
- Edit and modify shapes, paths, and text using Illustrator’s tools and techniques
- Use color, effects, and styles to improve the appearance of your artwork
- Work with layers and layer masks to efficiently manage and structure your designs
- Export your artwork in different formats for print, digital, and web use
Interactive Lessons
18+ Interactive Lessons | 70+ Quizzes | 124+ Flashcards | 124+ Glossary of terms
Gamified TestPrep
32+ Pre Assessment Questions | 2+ Full Length Tests | 32+ Post Assessment Questions | 64+ Practice Test Questions
Hands-On Labs
50+ LiveLab | 50+ Video tutorials | 03:14+ Hours
Video Lessons
10+ Videos | 28+ Minutes
1
Introduction
- Course Description
- How to Use This Course
- Course-Specific Technical Requirements
- Setting Up the Course
- Install the Course Data Files
2
Introducing Illustrator
- Topic A: Apply Design Principles, Elements, and Graphics Composition
- Topic B: Evaluate Graphics Scalability
- Topic C: Navigate the User Interface
- Topic D: Customize the User Interface
- Summary
3
Creating Documents Containing Basic Shapes
- Topic A: Create Documents
- Topic B: Save Documents
- Topic C: Draw Basic Shapes
- Summary
4
Creating Documents Containing Customized Paths
- Topic A: Draw Paths
- Topic B: Modify Paths
- Summary
5
Creating Graphics Containing Customized Text
- Topic A: Insert Text
- Topic B: Apply Flow Text Along a Path
- Topic C: Insert Bounded and Threaded Text
- Topic D: Apply Text Styles
- Topic E: Insert Typographical Characters
- Summary
6
Customizing Objects
- Topic A: Import, Place, and Link Graphics
- Topic B: Alter the Appearance of Objects
- Summary
7
Customizing Basic Shapes
- Topic A: Apply Strokes and Brushes
- Topic B: Fill Shapes
- Topic C: Apply Graphics Styles
- Topic D: Distort Text with Text Envelopes
- Summary
8
Preparing Documents for Deployment
- Topic A: Update Text
- Topic B: Wrap Text
- Topic C: Hyphenate Text
- Topic D: Optimize Content for Print
- Topic E: Optimize Content for the Web
- Topic F: Optimize Content for PDF Documents
- Summary
A
Appendix A: Mapping Course Content to Graphic Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator Exam
10
Introduction
- Course Description
- How to Use This Course
- Course-Specific Technical Requirements
- Setting Up the Course
- Install the Course Data Files
11
Drawing Complex Illustrations
- Topic A: Apply the Grid, Guides, and Info Panel
- Topic B: Combine Objects to Create Complex Illustrations
- Topic C: Organize Artwork with Layers
- Topic D: Create a Perspective Drawing
- Topic E: Trace Artwork
- Summary
12
Enhancing Artwork Using Painting Tools
- Topic A: Paint Objects Using Fills and Strokes
- Topic B: Paint Objects Using Live Paint Groups
- Topic C: Paint with Custom Brushes
- Topic D: Add Transparency and Blending Modes
- Topic E: Apply Meshes to Objects
- Topic F: Apply Patterns
- Summary
13
Customizing Colors and Swatches
- Topic A: Manage Colors
- Topic B: Customize Swatches
- Topic C: Manage Color Groups
- Topic D: Adjust Color
- Summary
14
Formatting Type
- Topic A: Set Character Formats
- Topic B: Apply Advanced Formatting Options to Type
- Summary
15
Enhancing the Appearance of Artwork
- Topic A: Apply Effects to an Object
- Topic B: Create Graphic Styles
- Topic C: Apply a Mask to an Object
- Topic D: Apply Symbols and Symbol Sets
- Summary
16
Preparing Content for Deployment
- Topic A: Prepare Artwork for Printing
- Topic B: Prepare Transparency and Colors for Printing
- Topic C: Create Slices and Image Maps
- Topic D: Save Graphics for the Web
- Topic E: Prepare Documents for Video
- Topic F: Prepare Files for Other Applications
- Summary
17
Setting Project Requirements
- Topic A: Identify the Purpose, Audience, and Audience Needs
- Topic B: Determine and Evaluate Standard Copyrig...es for Artwork, Graphics, and Graphics Use
- Topic C: Determine and Evaluate Project Management Tasks and Responsibilities
- Summary
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Appendix A: Mapping Course Content to Graphic Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator Exam
1
Introducing Illustrator
- Navigating the User Interface
- Customizing the User Interface
2
Creating Documents Containing Basic Shapes
- Creating Documents
- Saving a Document as a Template
- Drawing Basic Shapes
3
Creating Documents Containing Customized Paths
- Drawing Paths
- Modifying Paths
4
Creating Graphics Containing Customized Text
- Inserting Text
- Applying Flow Text Along a Path
- Insert Bounded Text
- Applying Text Styles
- Inserting Typographical Characters
5
Customizing Objects
- Placing the Imported Graphics
- Altering the Appearance of Objects
6
Customizing Basic Shapes
- Applying Strokes and Brushes
- Filling Shapes
- Applying Graphic Styles
- Distorting Text with Text Envelopes
7
Preparing Documents for Deployment
- Updating Text
- Wrapping Text
- Hyphenating Text
- Optimizing Content for Print
- Optimizing Content for the Web
- Optimizing Content for PDF Documents
8
Drawing Complex Illustrations
- Setting Guides and Grid Preferences
- Creating Complex Illustrations
- Organizing Artwork with Layers
- Creating a Perspective Drawing
- Tracing a Photograph
9
Enhancing Artwork Using Painting Tools
- Painting Objects with Gradients and Filled Paths
- Painting Objects Using Live Paint Groups
- Painting with Custom Brushes
- Adding Transparency and Blending Modes
- Applying Meshes to an Object
- Applying Patterns
10
Customizing Colors and Swatches
- Managing Colors in Artwork
- Customizing a Swatch
- Managing a Color Group
- Adjusting Color
11
Formatting Type
- Setting Character Formats
- Applying Advanced Formatting Options to Type
12
Enhancing the Appearance of Artwork
- Applying Effects to an Object
- Creating a Graphic Style
- Applying Effects and Masks to an Object
- Applying Symbols and Symbol Sets
13
Preparing Content for Deployment
- Preparing Artwork for Printing
- Preparing Transparency and Colors for Printing
- Creating Slices and Image Maps
- Saving Graphics for the Web
- Preparing a File for Use in Other Adobe Applications
Any questions?Check out the FAQs
Still have unanswered questions and need to get in touch?
Contact Us NowBoth Illustrator and Photoshop have their own learning curves. Illustrator is generally considered easier for creating vector graphics, while Photoshop is better suited for creating graphics, photo editing, and improving pixel quality. .
The time it takes to learn Illustrator varies greatly depending on your dedication, previous experience, and learning style. A beginner might take several weeks or months to become proficient, while someone with a background in design or drawing could pick it up more quickly.
Illustrator is used in various industries, including: Graphic Design: Logos, branding, infographics, and illustrations Advertising: Print and digital advertisements Web Design: Icons, illustrations, and user interface elements Fashion: Pattern design and technical drawings Architecture: Floor plans, blueprints, and technical illustrations Game Development: Character design and game assets
The compensation package of an Illustrator depends on various factors, including experience, location, specialization, company size, industry, and project scope.
Adobe Illustrator is frequently released with new advanced enhancements. The latest version as of September 2023 is Illustrator 28.5.
