Illustrator is vector-based program. In this course; Whether you are new to Adobe Illustrator or have been working with Illustrator for years; there is something in this class for everyone! 

SOFTWARE USED IN VIDEOS:

• Adobe Illustrator CC 2017

YOUR FINAL PROJECT: 

• Owl created in the videos in adobe illustrator
• Your own Simple Shaped Cartoon Character you created using the techniques in the video in adobe illustrator

SKILL LEVEL:

• Beginner to Advanced; no previous AI Adobe Illustrator knowledge required.

After taking this class in Adobe Illustrator, you'll be able to use simple shapes in adobe illustrator in a variety of ways to create simple but well drawn vector cartoons.  Whether you're new to design or an Adobe Illustrator pro, you'll gain the knowledge you need to use simple shapes and the shape builder tool in Adobe Illustrator. 

Design your own shape based character using the shape builder tool in Illustrator.

Back when I was taking traditional courses in college (wait...did that happen that long ago?) I learned that everything can be drawn using simple shapes. In this quick lesson-based course in Adobe Illustrator, you will learn how to use the illustrator shape tools and the shape builder tool to create a simple but effective cartoon animal.

Remember this as you move forward:

• Anything can be created using simple shapes.
• Start with something simple and work your way up to more complex cartoons.
• Remember that you have to roll, scootch and crawl before you can walk or run.
• Colors can make or break a design; make sure you are drawing inspiration from things you love…. I’ve been inspired by my morning cereal box.

*Make sure you download the attached Shapebuilder Guide pdf and open in adobe illustrator*

Use this guide to "trace" the shapes until you get the hang of it or just use it as a backup of written instructions you can print out and use to help you along your way.