Course Duration: 6 Weeks (12 Sessions, 2 sessions per week)
Course Level: Beginner
Week
1: Introduction to Adobe Illustrator
Session 1: Overview of Adobe Illustrator
- Introduction to Vector Graphics vs. Raster
Graphics
- Understanding the Adobe Illustrator
Interface
- Exploring Essential Tools and Panels
- Customizing the Workspace
Session 2: Basic Drawing and
Shape Tools
- Using the Selection, Direct Selection, and
Group Selection Tools
- Creating and Manipulating Basic Shapes
(Rectangle, Ellipse, Polygon, Star)
- Transforming Objects (Scale, Rotate,
Reflect, Shear)
- Working with the Pen Tool for Creating
Paths
Week
2: Working with Colors and Strokes
Session 3: Color Theory and Application
- Introduction to Color Models (RGB, CMYK)
- Using the Color Picker, Swatches, and
Color Guide
- Applying and Modifying Fill Colors and
Strokes
Session 4: Gradients and
Patterns
- Creating and Applying Linear and Radial
Gradients
- Understanding and Using the Gradient Tool
- Creating and Applying Patterns
- Editing and Saving Custom Gradients and
Patterns
Week
3: Working with Text and Typography
Session 5: Typography Basics
- Creating and Formatting Text (Point Text
vs. Area Text)
- Using the Character and Paragraph Panels
- Applying and Modifying Type on a Path
- Working with Type Effects (Warp, Envelope
Distort)
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