Adobe Illustrator: Vector Illustration from Scratch
A course by Marmota vs MilkyCreative Studio
A course by Marmota vs Milky, Creative Studio
Master the software to give professional quality to your illustration and graphic work
When creating vector illustrations, Adobe Illustrator is the unanimous choice for professional designers and digital artists like Fabi and Carlos, founders of creative studio Marmota vs Milky.
Based on their experience working with major clients like Adidas, Ben & Jerry’s, and Havaianas, this creative duo shows you how to use Illustrator from scratch and shares their secrets for creating original illustrations. With the six courses in this Domestika Basics, learn how to use basic and advanced tools in Illustrator and discover professional techniques to help build your portfolio.
First, get to know your teachers, Fabi and Carlos, who share their story and influences. Then, go through Illustrator’s interface and components to get familiar with the concepts, terminology, and structure.
In the second course, Fabi and Carlos teach you how to create illustrations with basic geometrical shape tools and use techniques like selection, fill, and transform.
Next, see how to vectorize an image to create logos and illustrations from hand-drawn images. Learn how to convert images, vectorize sketches, and use the Offset Path and Envelope Distortion functions.
In the fourth course, Fabi and Carlos show you different ways to add color and create a custom color palette. Learn how to modify the colors of an object, change the gradient and opacity, and insert effects.
Study the differences between digital and print versions of a file. Learn how to apply text to your illustrations using different tools to customize it and add effects.
In the final course of this Domestika Basics, Fabi and Carlos show you how to streamline your editing process and correctly export your designs. Now you’re ready to start creating your own vector illustration projects like a pro.
Technical requirements
⦁ Basic computer skills ⦁ A computer with Adobe Illustrator installed (you can download the free 7-day trial version on the Adobe website); ⦁ Pen and paper to draw and a scanner or camera phone ⦁ A graphics tablet is recommended but not essential
Recommended software & tools for this course
Reviews
- 11 days ago
Excelente curso para comenzar a utilizar Illustrator!
- 3 months ago
Super Informativ ist aber schwer zu folgen wegen der Sprache.
- 4 months ago
una forma divertida de aprender ilustrator
- 5 months ago
Curso fundamentado e prático. Professores ensinam o que vivem. Vc vai se tornar o profissional em pouco tempo.
- 7 months ago
Me ajudou muito, ótimo curso.
The duo uses creative problem solving to generate ideas and finds inspiration in just about any artistic medium. Due to their Japanese heritage, they also mix their culture with Western influences to explore different perspectives.
Fabi and Carlos have created illustrations for advertising campaigns, animated characters, customized products, and more. Their clients include Adidas, Ben & Jerry's, Burger King, Faber Castell, Havaianas, Hyundai, Nike, Pixel Show, and RayBan.
Content
- U1
Presentation
- Presentation
- U1
Geometric Shape Tools
- Geometric Shape Tools
- U2
What is vector and Illustrator as a tool
- What is vector and Illustrator as a tool
- U2
Selection tools and rounded corners
- Selection tools and rounded corners
- U3
Creating and configuring documents
- Creating and configuring documents
- U4
Interface, Preferences and Performance Tour
- Interface, Preferences and Performance Tour
- U5
Toolbar
- Toolbar
- U6
Windows and panels
- Windows and panels
- U7
Artboards and layers
- Artboards and layers
- U8
Practice
- Practice
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FAQs
Yes, this course is designed for beginners and covers everything from basic concepts to essential techniques for creating and editing vector illustrations in Illustrator.
No prior design experience is needed. The course covers Illustrator fundamentals and guides you step-by-step through vectorization and graphic creation.
You’ll need Adobe Illustrator installed on your computer. No other special software or equipment is required.
You’ll learn how to export vector files properly, choosing the best formats for print and digital media to ensure quality and accurate colors.
The course teaches techniques for creating, editing, and organizing shapes to develop unique icons optimized for various uses.
Yes, the course shows you how to create and apply custom color palettes to strengthen your vector projects’ visual identity.
You’ll learn to use fill tools, gradients, and color palettes in Illustrator to color and harmonize your vector illustrations.