Skillshare – Vector Illustration: Designing with Texture in Adobe Illustrator

Looking to create scalable illustrations with a handcrafted look? Learn how with custom vector textures in Adobe Illustrator!

Join illustrator and visual artist, Musketon, as he reveals an innovative approach to creating artistic and scalable textures in Illustrator. Blending raster and vector effects, he shares how you can create custom textures that will add depth and character to your work. From initial outlines to final touches, you’ll see his step-by-step process for combining tools, effects, and techniques.

Key lessons include:

Outline your object with basic shapes
Block out colors with speed and efficiency
Use actions to save design time
Create vector textures by combining tools and effects
Design custom textures to create a totally unique look

Plus, Musketon shares his favorite Illustrator shortcuts, scripts, and plugins so you can speed up your workflow and create even more.

Whether you’re looking for a new skill for your next client project or simply to stand out on Instagram, after taking this class you’ll have an indispensable technique to use with any project you choose. Once you discover Musketon’s unique approach to designing and layering custom textures, you’ll never look at vector illustration the same way again.