Lynda – Illustrator 2021 One-on-One Advanced

Discover how to be the best Adobe Illustrator user you know. This comprehensive, project-based course is the second in a series of three courses by industry pro Deke McClelland. In this course, Deke doesn't just talk about how to leverage different Illustrator features—he ties each concept to a clearly-defined task, ensuring that you close out each section of the course with a practical understanding of the concepts. Discover how to convert scanned line art to scalable, vector-based path outlines using the automated Image Trace feature. Plus, learn how to make a logo using the transformation tools, create an emoji with the Gradient tool, and turn a simple circle into an intricate origami flower using the dynamic effects in Illustrator.

Contents
Introduction
16. Tracing a Pixel-Based Image
17. Pathfinder Operations
18. Layers and Stacking Order
19. The Appearance Panel
20. Scaling and Rotating
21. Align and Distribute
22. Gradients and the Gradient Tool
23. Object Blends and Clipping Masks
24. Live Paint and Interwoven Objects
25. Placing Photographs
26. The Color Guide Panel
27. Recoloring Your Artwork
28. Dynamic Effects
29. Saving Effects as Graphic Styles
30. Printing Your Document
Conclusion