Vector Illustration for Beginners
A course by Aarón Martínez , Designer and Illustrator
Learn the basics of digital illustration with Adobe Illustrator
For Aarón Martínez, illustrator and designer specialized in character creation, simplicity is not the enemy of personality. In fact, his portfolio is overflowing with amazing projects that prove it. Using basic shapes, meticulous line work and fun color schemes, he's developed a personal style that has won over big-name brands like Apple, Domino's Pizza, Volkswagen, Coca-Cola, and many more.
While he focused on the three-dimensional universe in his previous courses, 3D illustration with Cinema 4D and Design of Characters in Cinema 4D: from the Sketch to 3D Printing, in this one, he teaches you the basics of vector illustration and how to master the tools in Adobe Illustrator to create stunning illustrations.
If you're new to vector graphics and want to learn how to create them in Illustrator, Aarón teaches you how to use the program from scratch in his course Introduction to Adobe Illustrator.
What will you learn in this online course?
36 lessons & 15 downloads
- 99% positive reviews (1.3K)
- 30,285 students
- 36 lessons (8h 3m)
- 15 additional resources (12 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English, French, Indonesian, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Indonesian · Romanian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
- Updated on 12/09/2020
Recommended software & tools for this course
Adobe IllustratorWhat is this course's project?
Design a visual identity for a brand using the vector illustration tools and techniques you learned throughout the course.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Designers, artists, illustrators, and anyone who wants to learn the basics of vector illustration.
Requirements and materials
No previous knowledge is required, as Aarón teaches you everything you need to know to get started in vector illustration.
The only materials you need are a computer with Adobe Illustrator installed.
Reviews
Aarón Martínez
A course by Aarón Martínez
Aarón Martínez is an illustrator and designer specializing in 3D and industrial design. His work is incredibly varied, ranging from the creation of images for printed media to web design and 3D printing.
In his spare time, he enjoys creating characters and their worlds, basing his ideas on the question, "What do they do when no one is watching?" He enjoys playing with words and contradictions and always tries to add a surreal touch to his storytelling.
Aarón also enjoys observing the small details of things because it helps him understand how to model. Although most of his projects are destined for print or web, he treats each piece as if it were going to be physically reproduced in 3 dimensions.
He has worked for Coca-Cola, Nike, Miroculus, and Aquacific, among others.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Interface
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What is Illustrator?
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Formats and work tables
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Toolbar
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Geometric forms
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Text
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U3
Pathfinder and color
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Pathfinder
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Color in plasta
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Gradient
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U4
Creation of complex elements
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Creation of everyday objects 1
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Creation of everyday objects 2
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Creation of everyday objects 3
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Creating food 1
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Creating food 2
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Creating food 3
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Creating animals 1
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Creating animals 2
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Creating animals 3
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Creating people 1
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Creating people 2
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Creating people 3
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U5
Composition
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References of compositions
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Conceptualization
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Composition
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Color palette 1
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Color palette 2
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Export my files
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U6
Illustrated identity
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References of illustrated identities
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Conceptualization of identity
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Selection of color palette
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Stroke
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Text
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Variants 1
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Variants 2
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Presentation of the identity
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FP
Final project
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Vector illustration for beginners
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FAQs
You’ll learn how to create original vector illustrations, master essential Illustrator tools, build characters, apply color palettes, gradients, and effects, and bring your designs to life on physical or digital products.
This is an intermediate-level course, ideal for those who already know the basics of Illustrator and want to dive deeper into advanced vector illustration and digital design techniques.
You’ll need a computer with Adobe Illustrator installed, basic knowledge of the program, and a passion for learning advanced digital illustration skills.
The course covers character creation, using tools like Pathfinder and gradients, composition, color palettes, graphic synthesis, basic 3D modeling, web iconography, and preparing files for print or cutting.
Yes, you’ll learn how to design vector characters and turn your digital illustrations into physical objects using techniques like MDF cutting, vinyl, screen printing, and basic modeling.
Pathfinder lets you combine, subtract, intersect, and exclude shapes to create complex silhouettes and objects—an essential skill for crafting detailed and original vector illustrations.
Yes, you’ll learn to use linear and radial gradients, as well as simulate volume, shadows, and highlights using Illustrator’s tools and blending modes.
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Aaron is so skilled, this course is amazing!