Illustrator Advanced (1 Day)

Course Description

Adobe Illustrator is an essential design tool for anyone who needs to express ideas visually in print, on the web, and in any other medium. In this 1-day course, a combination of instructor-led demonstration and hands-on practice, you will learn advanced techniques including transparency and masks, 3D rendering and perspective, data-driven graphics and automation, and Creative Cloud integration so that you can incorporate visual effects into your workflow.

Who Should Attend

Creative professionals seeking the fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Illustrator.

Prerequisites:

Practical working knowledge of Mac OS X or Windows skills.
Illustrator Fundamentals: An Introduction to Illustrator class or equivalent experience.

Course Outline:

Note: The curricula below comprise activities typically covered in a class at this skill level. The instructor may, at his/her discretion, adjust the lesson plan to meet the needs of the class.

Lesson 1: Advanced Transparency, Masks & Blending Modes

Utilizing Opacity Masks, Clipping Masks, and Isolation Modes
Applying Blending Modes for complex visual effects
Working with Gradient Meshes for photorealistic vector shading
Multi-layered visual compositions and layer hierarchy effects

Lesson 2: 3D Rendering, Perspective & Dynamic Effects

Extruding, revolving, inflating, and lighting 3D objects
Mapping 2D artwork onto 3D surfaces
Perspective Grid drawing, plane snapping, and spatial transformations
Live effects, distortion envelopes, and non-destructive object warping

Lesson 3: Data-Driven Graphics & Automation Workflows

Creating dynamic charts, graphs, and customized data visuals
Utilizing the Variables panel to link external data sources
Creating, running, and batch-processing with Illustrator Actions
Exporting assets via Asset Export panel for web, print, and UI design

Lesson 4: Creative Cloud Integration, CC Libraries & Output

Packaging Illustrator projects with fonts and linked assets
Seamless integration with Photoshop, InDesign, and After Effects
Exporting vector/raster formats, SVG optimization, and pre-press prep