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Classroom with tutor
or
Live virtual classroom

1 Day

Public Schedule

Onsite anywhere in UK

Company course

Tailored content

Public Schedule

Onsite anywhere in UK

Company course

Tailored content

Adobe Illustrator Level 1

Suitable for versions CC / CS

Whether you are a new user or have been using Illustrator for years, this course will vastly increase your understanding of Illustrator. Existing users will learn how to get the most out of Illustrator, break any bad habits, learn shortcuts and discover a massive range of hints and tips from our Certified Adobe Expert Instructors.

Course content

Prerequisites

This course is designed for new or existing basic users of Adobe Illustrator.

Course goals

Delegates will learn to create professional vector graphics using Illustrator's vast array of manipulation tools. Delegates will also learn shortcuts, tips and tricks in how to best use Illustrator; design theory and trend analysis will also be discussed allowing for a greater scope and use of the software.

At the end of the course you’ll be able to create logos, promotional materials and design simple illustrations. You will be confident to use the basic tools and techniques for creating complex artwork.

Topics

Introduction to Illustrator

Theory of vectors, bitmaps, resolution and colour spaces
Define media format and publishing
Illustrator’s interface and workspace
Rulers, guides and grids
Navigation

Basic drawing and colouring

Transform and modify elements
Create and manipulate text
Create basic geometric shapes
Create a logo using simple shapes
Organise artwork using layers
Applying strokes and fills
Using the brushes
Using the Pen and Pencil tools
Draw and understand Bézier curves
Applying and modifying colours and gradients
Creating colour swatches

Working with basic shapes and transformations

Aligning objects accurately
Duplicating objects
Grouping objects
Working with groups and subgroups
Understanding Illustrator’s selection tools
Basic transformations
Apply transparency to objects

Effects and transparency

Apply transparency to objects
Working with bitmaps
Placing raster images
Blend elements using blend effects
Using links and the links panel
Convert bitmap images to vector
Trace and colour your hand drawn artwork with Live Trace

Publish artwork

File formats and how to choose the right one
Export for Web
Export for Print

Prices

Prices below are for scheduled courses held in our Edinburgh Training Centre or Live Virtual Classroom. Major discounts available for onsite or private courses: click General Enquiry button below to enquire about private courses.

Group discount

1 place £ 360 n/a

2 places £ 720 n/a

3 places £ 1080 £ 1015

4 places £ 1440 £ 1339

5 places £ 1800 £ 1656

6 places £ 2160 £ 1966

7 places £ 2520 £ 2268

8 places £ 2880 £ 2563

		Group discount
1 place	£ 360	n/a
2 places	£ 720	n/a
3 places	£ 1080	£ 1015
4 places	£ 1440	£ 1339
5 places	£ 1800	£ 1656
6 places	£ 2160	£ 1966
7 places	£ 2520	£ 2268
8 places	£ 2880	£ 2563