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Best Illustrator Pattern Tutorials
Illustrator really excels when it comes to creating patterns. Whether you want to make something intricately detailed or a seamless looping pattern, these tutorials have you covered. Check them out!
How to Create a Tunisian-Inspired Motif in Adobe Illustrator
Ever wanted to know what it takes to design an intricate Tunisian motif? Well now's your chance since the talented Miss ChatZ will show you how to do just that, using some basic Illustrator tools combined with the power of the Live Paint tool and Symbols!
Learn to design a Tunisian-style motif and customize your own throw pillows or cushions using Adobe Illustrator CC!
How to Create a Cute Playful School Pattern in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to create a colorful school pattern using the Shape Builder Tool, Warp Effects, and some other useful Illustrator functions, by following Yulia Sokolova in this step-by-step tutorial!
Follow this tutorial and let’s create a back to school seamless pattern with cute animals and school items, using simple tools in Adobe Illustrator.
How to Make a Colorful Pizza Pattern in Adobe Illustrator
Love pizza as much as we do? Well, why not take a couple of minutes and learn how to create a colorful pattern with the help of the Pen Tool and a couple of geometric shapes. If that sounds good, then follow our talented vector chef Olga Davydova and you'll find out how!
In this quick tutorial we’ll learn how to make a tasty seamless pizza pattern using the Pen Tool, basic shapes, and the Pattern Tool in Adobe Illustrator.
How to Create a Tropical Pattern in Adobe Illustrator
Create your very own tropical pattern using simple shapes combined with the power of the Pattern Tool. Follow Yulia Sokolova and you'll learn the ins and outs in no time.
Summer is the perfect time for the most vivid and colorful designs! Join me in this tutorial and let’s learn to create a stylish seamless pattern using...
How to Create a Bold Fruit Pattern in Adobe Illustrator
Put your pattern-building skills to the test with this juicy tutorial, where instructor Olga Davydova shows you how to design a colorful fruit pattern in a matter of minutes.
Learn how to create a juicy watermelon and orange fruits seamless pattern in Adobe Illustrator using basic shapes.
How to Create the Carpet Pattern From "The Shining" in Adobe Illustrator
Always wanted to recreate the carpet pattern from "The Shining" but never knew how? If that's the case then follow Andrei Stefan as he shares his process and shows you how to do just that using a few rectangles combined with the power of the Pattern panel.
In today’s tutorial we’re going to continue with the Horror Movie Special, and learn how to create the trippy carpet pattern from Stanley Kubrick’s “The...
How to Create a Geometric, Kaleidoscopic Design in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to create a Kaleidoscopic design using some simple geometric shapes. Illustrator Ivan Petrusevski shows you how to create each and every element and then use them to fill up the entire design.
I’ve always been amused by the designs on playing cards. They seem simple at first, but when you look closely you realize the image is a combination of...
How to Create a Winter Fair Isle Pattern in Adobe Illustrator
Expand your pattern-making skills by checking out this Adobe Illustrator tutorial. Join Nataliya Dolotko as she teaches you how to set up a custom grid, onto which you will gradually build your elements using basic geometric shapes.
In this tutorial, you will learn how to create an ornamental traditional winter pattern (similar to the ones on your cozy sweaters) within the grid, using...
Illustrator for Kids: How to Create a Seamless, Retro Polka-Dot Pattern
Create a cute polka-dot pattern by following this tutorial by Nataliya Dolotko. Watch as she shows you how to achieve the same result using nothing more than a couple of circles and the Pattern tool.
Creating a seamless polka-dot pattern. This is one of the easiest ways to create an adorable dotted background.
How to Create Animated Latvian Patterns in Adobe Illustrator and After Effects
Create an animated Latvian pattern using Adobe Illustrator and After Effects. Follow along as Marta Bērziņa shows you how to draw the main shapes using the Pen Tool, and then bring them to life by applying a subtle rotation movement to them.
Learn how to create Latvian patterns in Adobe Illustrator, using the grid, snap to point, snap to grid, and basic movement in Adobe After Effects.
How to Create a Nature Inspired Arrow Pattern in Adobe Illustrator
Develop your pattern building skills with this Adobe Illustrator tutorial. Nataliya Dolotko shows you how to create a simple yet beautiful arrow pattern using the Pencil Tool.
Love everything vintage? Spend plenty of time drawing all of those Pinterest-inspired arrows, flowers and animals? Let me show you how to create an arrow...
How to Create a Holiday-Themed Vector Pattern in Adobe Illustrator
Celebrate the New Year with this awesome holiday-themed pattern by Ivan Petrusevski. Learn how to draw each and every element using the Pen Tool, and then turn them into a complex pattern using the Pattern tool.
Having trouble finding the perfect gift-wrapping paper? Or you simply want your card to blend well with the wrapped gift? Relax, because in this simple...
Design a Spirit Day Seamless Pattern in Adobe Illustrator
Celebrate Spirit Day with this cute detailed pattern. Follow instructor Yulia Sokolova as she breaks down the entire process and teaches you how to achieve the same result using a couple of simple shapes and the Pattern Tool.
Follow along with this tutorial and create a vivid seamless pattern with fancy flat elements, symbolizing love and friendship and dedicated to GLAAD’s Spirit...
Leapin' Lizards! Create a Chameleon Pattern in Adobe Illustrator
Create a cute chameleon-themed pattern in a matter of minutes. Join Mary Winkler as she teaches you how to achieve the same result using simple geometric shapes and custom brushes.
Leapin' Lizards! Open up Adobe Illustrator and join me in creating a custom chameleon pattern as we put shape building, custom brushes, and textures to great...
How to Create a Children's Flat Animal Pattern in Adobe Illustrator
Create a cute flat animal pattern in Adobe Illustrator. The talented Mary Winkler teaches you how to create each and every element using basic geometric shapes, and then shows you how to turn them into a simple pattern using the Pattern tool.
In this tutorial we'll create a set of flat animals made from simple shapes in Adobe Illustrator CC. Using rectangles, triangles, circles, Live Corners, and...
Best Illustrator Text Effect Tutorials
Adobe Illustrator has a versatile set of tools when it comes to working with text. From subtle textures to stand-out effects for your logos, the only limit is your creativity. Check out these text effect tutorials and try some out for yourself!
How to Create a Retro Chrome Text Effect in Adobe Illustrator
Always wondered how those beautiful retro text effects were created? Well, wonder no more, since style wizard Andrei Marius will teach you all you need to know to up your Illustrator game.
Follow this tutorial and learn how to create a delicious cherry pie text effect in Adobe Illustrator.
How to Create a 3D See-Through Text Effect
Learn how to create a see-through text effect using Adobe Illustrator. Watch how you can achieve an interesting result using a step-by-step approach using the Extrude & Bevel effect.
How to Create a Blueprint Text Effect in Adobe Illustrator
Create a detailed technical blueprint text effect using Illustrator's Appearance panel. Follow Andrei Marius as he walks you through his creative process, from creating the detailed background to applying the chalk-like text effect.
In the following steps you will learn how to create a blueprint text effect in Adobe Illustrator.
How to Create a Watercolor Texture in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to create a beautiful watercolor texture with this Adobe Illustrator tutorial. Instructor Mary Winkler shares with you her process, taking you from real-life brush strokes to digital ones all in a matter of minutes.
Get on trend with watercolor textures in Adobe Illustrator! In this tutorial, we'll create our very own watercolor textures with a simple watercolor set,...
How to Create a Twisted Balloon Text Effect in Adobe Illustrator
Create a funny twisted balloon text effect using Adobe Illustrator. Follow effects wizard Andrei Marius as he shows you how you can achieve the same result using some simple geometric shapes combined with the power of brushes.
In the following steps you will learn how to create a set of detailed balloon pattern brushes and how to use them to create a neat text effect in Adobe...
Create an Isometric Text Effect in Adobe Illustrator
Check out this wonderful isometric text effect. This effect really adds a sense of depth to your text. You can apply this idea to flyers, brochures, or any of your projects' needs.
An isometric text effect can be a great way to give your logo or title extra impact. Find out how to create one in our new course, Create an Isometric Text...
How to Create a Stained Glass Text Effect in Illustrator
Create a visually stunning Stained Glass effect for your text, with this tutorial provided by Andrei Marius. The effect really grabs your attention and will make your text stand out.
In the following steps, you will learn how to create a stained glass text effect in Adobe Illustrator.
How to Create a Coconut Text Effect in Adobe Illustrator
This unique and eye-catching text effect can put a tropical spin on your design. In this detailed tutorial, Diana Toma guides us through the whole process from start to finish.
In the following steps, you will learn how to create a bubble text design using a bubble letter font in Adobe Illustrator.
Creating an Environmentally Friendly Green Type Treatment
Try out this nature inspired text effect by Ryan Putnam. This fresh and green effect is covered from the start of the leaves to the details in the water drops.
In the following Illustrator tutorial, I'll teach you how to create a Green type treatment. It works great for logos and other design elements.
Best Illustrator Brush Tutorials
Adobe Illustrator comes with a lot of versatile brushes and even lets you import as many new brushes as you like. It doesn't end there, though! You can create your own custom brushes. You'll be amazed at just how flexible this can be—check out these tutorials to learn how to make your own!
How to Make a Watercolor Brush in Adobe Illustrator
In this tutorial, you'll learn how to create your own custom watercolor brushes. Follow along this tutorial with Andrei Stefan to learn all about the process. The tutorial also contains a list of watercolor brushes for you to try!
How to Use Brushes in Adobe Illustrator to Create a Colorful Flamingo
Follow along with this tutorial to create a delightful flamingo design by Nataliya Dolotko. In the process, you'll create custom brushes to bring this piece to life.
Learn how to create an illustration of a flamingo and tropical plants using Adobe Illustrator brushes.
How to Vector Hair With Brushes in Adobe Illustrator
In this tutorial, you will learn how to create vector brushes for hair. Sharon Archer-Thomas will guide you through the whole process of creating a hair brush from scratch and then applying that brush to sculpt a full head of hair.
In this tutorial I'm going to show you how to create one set of brushes (four individual brushes) and then how to create a free flowing, detailed hair style...
How to Make Halftone Effect Patterns and Brushes in Photoshop and Illustrator
In this joint Photoshop/Illustrator tutorial, Laura Keung guides us through the process of creating visually stunning halftone brushes in both Photoshop and Illustrator!
In this tutorial, I'll show you what halftone is and how to achieve a color halftone effect. I'll also show you how to make your own halftone brushes.
How to Make, Use, and Manipulate a Calligraphic Brush in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to create and use Calligraphy brushes in Adobe Illustrator. In this tutorial by Mary Winkler, you'll learn all the tips and tricks to get you started in using Calligraphy brushes.
The Calligraphic brush in Adobe Illustrator mimics the look and feel of a calligraphy pen nib. Let's take its options for a spin to get everything you can...
How to Make a Tentacle Art Brush in Adobe Illustrator
For this tutorial, you'll learn to create this fun tentacle-inspired brush by Diana Toma. This intermediate level guide will be sure to level up your Illustrator brush skills!
Learn how to make creative tentacle art brushes in Adobe Illustrator and use them to create a unique text effect.
How to Make a Vintage Pattern Brush in Illustrator
Create a vector vintage brush which seamlessly patterns in this tutorial. Andrei Marius guides us through creating an intricate brush, then moves on to applying this to create a wonderful pattern.
Learn how to make a brush in Illustrator. For starters, you will learn how to set up a simple grid and how to prepare your document to create Illustrator...
How to Make a Texture Brush in Illustrator
Want to add a natural look to your designs? Try out this texture brush to add a rustic charm to your work. Nataliya Dolotko guides us through creating a textured brush and then how to implement it into our work.
Have you always liked to draw using texture or grunge brushes? Why not create your own vector Illustrator brush? What if I'll tell you that it's easy and...
Use a Pattern Rope Brush to Create a Rope Text Effect in Illustrator
In this tutorial, Andrei Marius guides us through the process of creating a brush which creates a rope-like effect. This in-depth guide goes through all the intricate details to make this creative brush!
In the following steps, you will learn how to create a pretty simple rope brush in Illustrator and how to use it to create a nice text effect.
How to Design a Naw-Rúz Floral Card in Adobe Illustrator
Follow this floral-themed tutorial to learn how to create natural foliage brushes. Yulia Sokolova guides us through making a variety of different brushes and then applying them in interesting ways.
In this tutorial we’ll create a festive postcard with floral wreath to celebrate a lovely Bahá'í spring holiday—Naw-Rúz! We’ll be using basic shapes and...
How to Create a Rainbow Text Effect in Adobe Illustrator
This creative and stylish brush is a real eye-catcher! Andrei Marius guides us through how to create our own rainbow-themed brushes in this detailed tutorial.
Learn how to create a completely vector illustration that has the look of a handmade linocut or woodcut, in Adobe Illustrator.
Best Illustrator Icon and UI Design Tutorials
Illustrator is an amazing tool for creating vector assets that scale or for making icons that are easy to read. Whether you need icons for social media, emoticons, or assets for your digital products, you'll find a whole bunch of helpful tutorials here!
How to Create a Pack of Android Launcher Icons in Adobe Illustrator
Ever wondered what it takes to create your very own Android launcher icons? Well if that's the case, follow Andrei Stefan in this in-depth tutorial, where he gradually shows you how to build each and every asset using basic geometric shapes combined with the power of the Pen Tool.
In today’s tutorial we’re going to make some little changes to our regular program, and tackle a subject that I've wanted to do for a long time. If you...
How to Create a Khaleeji Woman Emoji iMessage Stickers in Adobe Illustrator
Explore the process of creating a customized iMessage Sticker pack by following this in-depth tutorial, where Miss ChatZ will show you how to sketch, vectorize, and then import the assets into Xcode in order to bring them to life.
Learn to set up and create a custom set of Khaleeji Woman emojis to use and share on the iMessage keyboard.
How to Create a Gradient Icon Inspired by Instagram in Adobe Illustrator
Freshen up your gradient skills by creating this Instagram-inspired icon. Mary Winkler shares with you her process, showing you how to achieve the same result using the Pen Tool in combination with the Gradient Tool.
Rebrand your logo in style with this quick tutorial on creating a gradient icon in Adobe Illustrator CC. We'll build our icon design from scratch with quick...
How to Create a Wind Rose Compass Symbol Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Take a look at the process of creating a beautiful rose compass by following this in-depth tutorial. Designer Andrei Marius will gradually take you through each and every step, helping you expand your Illustrator skills!
In the following steps, you will learn how to create a wind rose compass symbol illustration in Adobe Illustrator.
How to Create a Vampire Hunter Icon Pack in Adobe Illustrator
Hate being scared by blood-sucking vampires? Well, why not join Andrei Stefan and create this cute vampire hunter icon pack, using simple geometric shapes combined with the power of Illustrator's Pen Tool.
Since the dawn of time, humans have had a burning fear of the unknown, which led their imagination to give birth to mythical creatures that have haunted them...
How to Create a Map Infographic in Adobe Illustrator
Always wondered how to create a detailed infographic in Adobe Illustrator? Well if that's the case, join Andrei Marius as he teaches you how to do just that using the Pen Tool combined with the power of the Appearance panel.
In the following steps you will learn how to create a simple map design in Adobe Illustrator.
How to Create a House Mockup Icon in Adobe Illustrator
Bring out your inner architect, by checking out this icon tutorial by Diana Toma. Watch as she uses simple geometric shapes to gradually construct a house mockup, applying subtle gradients to bring the design to life.
Learn how to create a blue folder and a house mock-up along with its architectural plan in Adobe Illustrator.
How to Create a Flat Design Wedding Icon in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to create a personalized wedding icon with the help of Adobe Illustrator. Follow Marta Bērziņa as she walks you through the process and shows you how to achieve the same result using the Pen Tool and some simple shapes.
Learn how to create a wedding icon in Adobe Illustrator, using simple shapes, shadows and outlines.
How to Create Isometric Gambling Assets in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to create an isometric illustration in Adobe Illustrator. Instructor Yulia Sokolova teaches you how to build your own gambling assets and turn them into isometric elements using the Extrude & Bevel effect.
Isometric art is a very trendy style that has become widespread and is used by designers for advertisements, web design, games and in many other fields. In...
How to Create a Semi-Realistic Apple Watch Illustration in Illustrator
Get your geek out with this fun smartwatch illustration by Andrei Marius. Join him in this elaborate tutorial in which he breaks down the process of creating an Apple Watch using a custom grid and some basic shapes.
In the following steps you will learn how to create a semi-realistic Apple Watch illustration in Adobe Illustrator.
How to Create an Abstract Icon Set in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to create clean and crisp abstract icons in this tutorial by Jonathan Lam. This thorough tutorial takes you through every step involved in creating these refreshing icons.
Create a chess icon set in Adobe Illustrator that you can use in video games, graphic design and illustration projects.
How to Make Social Media Icons in Vector
In this tutorial by Diana Toma, we'll be guided through the process of creating these fun social media icons. The clean but distinctive look could really give your projects some personality.
Learn to create a set of flat style social media icons and notification icons in vector form.
Best Illustrator Flat Design Tutorials
Illustrator is great for creating artwork which heavily relies on iconography, allowing to keep the form simple but also able readable. These crisp, flat design illustrations are a blast to work on. Check out these tutorials!
How to Create Flat Design Headphones in Adobe Illustrator
Love listening to music? Well, why not take the time and design your very own pair of headphones in vector format? Follow Hector Heredia and learn just how simple it can be.
In the following tutorial you will learn how to create a headphones illustration using basic shapes in Adobe Illustrator. It's super easy!
How to Create a Vintage Camera in Adobe Illustrator
Whether you love taking photos or being part of them, you'll love this tutorial where Hector Heredia shows you how to create your very own vintage camera using some simple shapes and flat colors.
In this tutorial we're going to create a fantastic vintage camera with simple shapes and flat colors, getting a very retro appearance inspired by the Leica...
How to Create a Game Boy Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator
Go back in time, and let's recreate one of the most memorable gaming consoles of all time in vector format. Follow Andrei Stefan as he teaches you how to do just that using some simple geometric shapes, on top of which you'll add some subtle highlights and shadows.
Today we’re going to kick it old school, and create one of the most iconic handheld consoles of all time: the original Game Boy. We’ll be using basic shapes...
How to Design a Flat Sci-Fi Blaster in Adobe Illustrator
Are you a hardcore sci fi fan? Well if that's the case, you'll absolutely love this tutorial since Yulia Sokolova will help you design your very own space blaster using nothing more than some geometric shapes which you will adjust here and there.
Are you keen on sci-fi movies, games and fancy weapons? Follow this tutorial and try your hand at weapon design by creating a futuristic space blaster in...
How to Create a Mountain Landscape in Flat Style in Adobe Illustrator
Create a detailed mountain landscape using a couple of basic geometric shapes combined with the power of the Pen Tool and Pathfinder panel. Designer Aliaksei Kruhlenia takes you on a step-by-step process showing you all you need to know.
In this tutorial we will create a mountain landscape in flat style using the most basic shapes and tools of Adobe Illustrator.
How to Create a Retro-Style Airline Destination Travel Poster
Design an awesome retro travel poster by following instructor Ben Mounsey who takes you from simple sketches to fully fledged vector elements, with the help of the Pen Tool and a couple of other Illustrator tools.
This tutorial takes a look at the design and style of 1950s air travel tourism poster design. We'll take a look at the typographic qualities and composition...
How to Create a Flat Winter Scene in Adobe Illustrator
Celebrate the cold season by creating a beautiful nature illustration. Join Yulia Sokolova as she shows you how to use basic geometric shapes to create complex scenes.
In this tutorial we’ll be creating a cozy winter forest scene in a trendy flat style, using various basic shapes and Pathfinder operations in Adobe Illustrator.
10 Simple Steps to Make a Flat Wind Mill in Adobe Illustrator
Create a cute windmill illustration in Adobe Illustrator, all in ten simple steps. Learn how to use simple geometric shapes to achieve a detailed composition in a matter of minutes.
How to Create a Stylized, Textured Flat Camera in Adobe Illustrator
Create a detailed camera illustration using Adobe Illustrator. Follow instructor Yulia Sokolova as she shows you how to gradually build your composition using geometric shapes and gradients.
Do you want to make your flat objects look more intricate and detailed? Follow this tutorial and learn how to create a stylish retro pocket camera, mastering...
Create a Bootiful Haunted House Halloween Vector Background!
Learn how to create a haunted house background using Adobe Illustrator. Check out this Vectips tutorial and learn how to achieve the same result using a few geometric shapes and the Shape Builder Tool.
How to Create a Children's Colorful Bicycle in Adobe Illustrator
Celebrate the sunny season by checking out this vector tutorial. Watch as Yulia Sokolova shares with you her process, showing you how to create your own bicycle using a couple of simple shapes and easy-to-use tools.
Summer is a great season to uncover your bike and go cycling down the road! There is still a whole summer month ahead, so let’s take a ride through the...
How to Create a Flat Design Summer Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Check out this tutorial by Olga Davydova. These fun summer pieces are perfect practice for beginners, and there is a lot of variety here!
Learn how to create a catchy and stylish summer-themed flat illustration using basic shapes and tools in Adobe Illustrator.
Best Illustrator Detailed Illustration Tutorials
Illustrator may be associated with icons and vector art, but as its name implies, it's also a powerful tool for Illustration. Check out these tutorials which add an impressive amount of detail and life to these pieces!
How to Use Gradient Mesh to Create Strawberries in a Milk Splash in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to create realistic fruit using the Gradient Mesh tool by following along with the talented Vladimir Galantsev, who will help you expand your Illustrator skills.
Learn how to create a pair of realistic vector strawberries in a splash of milk using the Mesh Tool and the Warp effects in Adobe Illustrator!
How to Create a Peach Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Expand your drawing skills by learning how to create a peach illustration in Adobe Illustrator. Join Nataliya Dolotko as she breaks down the process into multiple steps, teaching you how to turn simple shapes into an illustration that looks hand-drawn.
In this tutorial you'll learn to create a beautiful peach illustration in Adobe Illustrator using just one basic shape: an ellipse.
Yum! How to Create a Stack of Pancakes With Syrup in Adobe Illustrator
Put your vector skills to the test with the help of this realistic pancake illustration. Join Diana Toma in this step-by-step tutorial, where she takes you from start to finish showing you how to achieve the same result using a few geometric shapes combined with the power of the Appearance panel and Pen Tool.
Follow this tutorial and learn how to draw a stack of delicious pancakes with syrup and blueberries in vector form.
How to Create a Traditional Chinese Bird and Flower Painting Using Gradient Mesh
Push your illustration skills to the max by following this detailed tutorial on how to create a traditional Chinese flower. Dao Lian breaks down the process and shows you to achieve the same result using the Pen Tool and Gradient Mesh Tool.
In today's tutorial, I'm going to show you how to create a peony—China's national flower—in Adobe Illustrator using the Gradient Mesh Tool.
How to Create a Tortoise Shell Using the Appearance Panel in Adobe Illustrator
Follow Sharon Archer-Thomas and expand your vector skills as she teaches you how to create a tortoise shell using the power of Illustrator's Appearance panel.
Inspired by the cuteness of Tom the Tortoise, I've decided to create a tutorial on how to create a tortoise shell using the Appearance panel. If you've not...
How to Create a Detailed Chocolate Chip Cookie in Adobe Illustrator
Love eating chocolate chip cookies? Well then why not learn how to create digital ones, by checking out this tutorial by Diana Toma, where she teaches you how to add realism to simple shapes using the Distort & Transform effect along with the power of the Appearance panel.
Learn how to draw a detailed chocolate chip cookie using brushes available in Adobe Illustrator.
How to Create Delicious Cupcake Icons in Adobe Illustrator
Always wanted to create a set of cupcake icons but never knew where to start? Well, wonder no more since instructor Diana Toma will take you through her creative process and show you how to achieve the same result using a few simple shapes, textures, and gradients.
Learn how to create overhead cupcake icons in four delicious flavors in Adobe Illustrator.
How to Create a Bird's-Eye View of Retro Cars in Adobe Illustrator
Build your very own Grease-inspired retro car by following this Adobe Illustrator tutorial. Watch as Yulia Sokolova gradually turns basic shapes into a fully fledged vehicle, all with the help of the Pathfinder panel and a couple of gradients.
Everyone feels a certain passion for retro style! Those extraordinary clothes, those fancy hairdos, the music and, of course, the cars! In this tutorial...
How to Install and Use a Graphic Style in Adobe Illustrator
Always wondered how Graphic Styles are installed and used within Adobe Illustrator? Well, wonder no more since instructor Mary Winkler will teach you all you need to know in order to be able to take full advantage of them.
Graphic Styles can be a wonderful asset to any illustration or graphic creation in Adobe Illustrator. In this quick tip tutorial, we'll source and download a...
Create a Detailed Glass of Milk and Cookies in Adobe Illustrator
Sweeten up your day by checking out this vector tutorial. Yulia Sokolova teaches you how to create a detailed milk and cookies illustration using simple geometric shapes and subtle gradients.
A glass of cold, fresh milk and a crispy cookie with chocolate chip—many of us have loved this yummy snack since childhood! Let’s refresh these sweet...
Create a Double-Decker Bus Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Expand your illustrator skills by learning how to create a double-decker bus. Watch as Andrei Marius gradually builds a complex composition using simple geometric shapes combined with the power of the Appearance panel.
In the following steps you will learn how to create a detailed illustration of a double-decker bus in Adobe Illustrator.
Create Peonies the Quick and Easy Way in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to draw peonies using Adobe Illustrator. Join Nataliya Dolotko as she breaks down her creative process and teaches you how to achieve the same result using some simple shapes combined with the power of the Warp Tool.
If you love flowers, why not try this tutorial! Learn an easy and quick way to draw peonies, and a useful tool to create flowers and leaves.
Create a Colorful Wooden Artist's Palette in Adobe Illustrator
Bring out your inner painter by checking out this colorful Adobe Illustrator tutorial. Watch Yulia Sokolova as she shows you how to create the assets using some simple shapes, onto which she applies a couple of gradients and textures.
In this tutorial we’ll be creating a semi-realistic wooden palette for painting. We’ll use some basic shapes along with a simple freehand drawing, and then...
How to Create Realistic Vector Leaves in Adobe Illustrator
Enhance your vector skills by checking out this Illustrator tutorial. Learn how to create realistic leaves using some simple shapes and subtle gradients.
Illustrator is also a powerful tool for creating artwork of characters and portraits. With these tutorials you can bring your fantasy characters to life, or give yourself a creative portrait makeover!
How to Create a Watercolor Mermaid Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to draw a detailed mermaid illustration from sketch to vector using a set of custom brushes combined with the power of Illustrator's drawing tools. Maria Dimova takes you on a journey from start to finish showing you how to improve your vector drawing skills.
In this tutorial we’ll be creating a colorful character of a mermaid, imitating a watercolor painting technique in Adobe Illustrator. One of the most...
How to Create a Spring-Themed Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Design a cute spring-inspired illustration using the mighty Pen Tool combined with Pathfinder's Shape Modes. Learn how by following the talented Ivan Petrusevski.
A great actor once said, “Spring is nature's way of saying let's party.” This is so true—we can all feel spring’s influence, especially if you are a visual...
How to Create a Fabulous Professor X Pin-Up in Adobe Illustrator
Are you a big comic book fan? If so, you should definitely check out this tutorial, where Mary Winkler shares with you her process of drawing and illustrating the one and only Professor X using the Pen Tool.
Comic book covers are basically pin-up illustrations. It's incredibly common for artists to tackle X-Men characters as a range of pin-ups, but one of my...
How to Create a Beauty-Inspired Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Become a digital makeup artist with the help of this tutorial by instructor Mary Winkler. Learn how to create a custom beauty-inspired illustration, using a couple of geometric shapes combined with the power of the Pen Tool.
What can be more fun than helping Frenchy learn hair and makeup skills? In this tutorial we'll create icon assets and a cute portrait bust illustration...
Create the Wicked Witch of the West in Adobe Illustrator
Immerse yourself in the magical world of "The Wizard from Oz", by learning how to create a detailed Witch of the West. Watch as Asher Benson shares with you her creative process, taking a simple sketch and turning it into a vector illustration using the Pen and Width tools.
"I'll Get You My Pretty" has taken on a whole new meaning in this tutorial. The Wicked Witch of the West now dons a stylish collection of haute couture...
How to Ink a Comic Character in Adobe Illustrator
Improve your digital inking skills by checking out this Adobe Illustrator tutorial by Sara Berntsson. Learn how to bring your sketches to life using the Pen Tool, and achieve different width profiles using the Stroke panel.
Learn how to create custom brushes for digital inking and what methods to use for a quick and smooth workflow.
Create a Cute Moldovan Chibi Character in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to create a cute Moldovan chibi character in Adobe Illustrator. Follow Maria Dimova as she shares with you her creative process, and gradually builds her composition using simple shapes, brushes, and subtle gradients.
In this tutorial you'll learn to create a cute chibi character. We'll use simple shapes, brushes, gradients, which are easy to apply in other illustrations.
How to Enhance an Illustration by Adding Shadows
Enhance your illustration skills by checking out this tutorial by Ivan Petrusevski. Follow him as he teaches you how to bring your illustrations to life using shadows.
The Pathfinder panel is one of the most versatile features of Adobe Illustrator. It comes in handy on so many occasions, and in today’s quick tip I will show...
Create a Summer Portrait From a Stock Image in Adobe Illustrator
Improve your Illustrator skills by checking out this portrait tutorial by Sharon Archer-Thomas. Watch as she takes a simple image and turns it into a beautiful illustration using the Pen Tool in combination with different blending modes.
If you live in the Northern Hemisphere, it's coming towards summer! In celebration of the hopefully milder, warmer weather, I'm going to show you how to...
How to Color in a Traditionally Inked Comic in Adobe Illustrator
Eager to learn how to use traditional ink as a method of coloring in Adobe Illustrator? Well, Sara Berntsson shares with you her process, helping you achieve the same result using a couple of gradients and transparency layers.
Learn how to turn a traditionally inked comic page into a warmly lit night scene in vector. With live paint, global process colors, gradients and different...
How to Create a Greyscale Monochrome Vector Portrait in Adobe Illustrator
Join Sharon Archer-Thomas as she shares her process of creating a vector portrait in Adobe Illustrator. Learn how to draw your subject using the Pen Tool, and then gradually bring it to life using the Appearance panel.
In today's tutorial, I'm going to show you how to create a monochrome portrait from a photograph. Today's subject is the inspiring Aydian Dowling, who has...
How to Create a 50s Fashion Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Expand your drawing skills with the help of this Adobe Illustrator tutorial. Watch Maria Dimova as she breaks down her creative process from sketch to finished illustration, teaching you how to achieve the same result using a couple of custom brushes combined with a beautiful color palette.
In this tutorial you’ll learn to create a vintage-style fashion illustration. The “Grease” movie with gorgeous costumes, wonderful music and a 50s atmosphere...
How to Create a Collage Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to put together a vector collage by following this tutorial by Ivan Petrusevski. Watch as he takes a couple of textured images and applies them to his vector drawing in order to bring it to life.
So far I’ve been making tutorials strictly by using vector shapes. But in this tutorial, I will show you how to create a fun digital collage in Adobe...
How to Use Image Trace to Create a Surreal Portrait in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to create a surreal portrait in vector format. Follow Sharon Archer-Thomas as she shows you how to use Illustrator's Image Trace Tool to bring your subject to life.
In this tutorial, I'm going to show you how to use Illustrator's Image Trace (in legacy versions it's known as Live Trace) to create a quick and surreal...
How to Create Halftone Effects in Adobe Illustrator
Want to develop your halftone skills? Then why not check out this tutorial, where Sara Berntsson teaches you how to draw a detailed portrait, creating and applying a complex halftone effect using the Color Halftone effect.
Add the look of comics and learn how you can make a gray illustration pop by converting it into halftones. We will look at different ways to create this...
How to Create a Vibrant Day of the Dead Portrait in Adobe Illustrator
Celebrate the Day of the Dead with this detailed portrait by the talented Maria Dimova. Follow her as she takes you from a simple sketch to a beautiful colored vector illustration, using a custom art brush and some subtle highlights and shadows.
Day of the Dead is very beautiful and inspiring Mexican holiday. We’ll create a female portrait using different methods and techniques for a great result....
Best Illustrator Animal and Mascot Tutorials
If there's one thing people love to draw more than people, it's animals! Here is an extensive selection of animal and mascot-themed tutorials for you to dig into!
Create a Kawaii Farmer for the Harvest Season in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to create a cute farmer illustration, using Adobe Illustrator. Instructor Nataliya Dolotko shares with you her process, showing you how to achieve the same result using geometric shapes and the Pathfinder panel.
Let's create a harvest scene with a cute farmer and his pig using basic shapes. You will use basic shapes and Warp Effects, and will cut out a few shapes...
How to Create a Mascot
Learn how to design your very own mascot in Adobe Illustrator. Follow artist Miss ChatZ as she walks you through the entire process from initial sketch to the final design, all with the help of the Pen Tool and a couple of other easy-to-use tools.
Learn to create an appealing vector mascot for kids, from client brief to final artwork, in a few easy steps.
How to Create a Cute Spring Rabbit in Adobe Illustrator
Expand your animal drawing skills with this Illustrator tutorial. Nataliya Dolotko explains her process and shows how you can achieve the same result using simple geometric shapes combined with the power of the Direct Selection Tool.
Believe it or not, spring is almost upon us! In this tutorial, you will learn how to create an adorable rabbit delivering a bouquet of tulips just using...
How to Create a Unicorn Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to create a cute unicorn illustration, using a couple of basic geometric shapes combined with the power of Illustrator's Warp Tool. Follow Nataliya Dolotko as she takes you from simple shapes to the final result.
Learn how to create a unicorn illustration using basic shapes in Adobe Illustrator. The result is so amazing that it actually looks as if you used the Pen...
How to Create the Hello Kitty Character in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to create your very own Hello Kitty character in Adobe Illustrator. Join Nataliya Dolotko as she takes you through her creative process and shows you how to build your composition using nothing more than some simple shapes and the Warp Tool.
Love Hello Kitty? Let's try this tutorial, which is made for fans of this cute little kitten.
How to Create a Quirky Birthday Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Birthdays are some of the most important celebrations that we as humans experience, so why not learn how to create a personalized illustration that you can use to surprise your loved ones? Follow the talented Ivan Petrusevski and you'll find out how!
In this tutorial I'm going to show you how to create a unique background texture for my slam dunking cat, as well as some great tips along the way to improve...
Illustrator for Kids: How to Create a Cute Cactus Character
Who said design is just for grown-ups? Today we have a cute character tutorial aimed at the young ones who want to enter the wonderful world of design. Watch Nataliya Dolotko as she shows you how to use the Pen Tool in combination with some simple shapes to draw this little cactus.
In this Adobe Illustrator tutorial for kids, you'll learn how to create an easy and cute cartoon character. You'll use basic shapes, the Line Segment Tool...
Create a Cute Deer Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to create a deer illustration in vector format. Join Ioana Șopov as she takes you from a simple sketch to a detailed illustration using nothing more than the Pen Tool and a custom art brush.
In this tutorial we're going to take a cute character from starting sketch to finished product using Adobe Illustrator. We'll be focusing on how to achieve...
How to Create a Koala Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Push your drawing skills to the test by checking out this cute koala illustration by Nataliya Dolotko. Learn how to draw your very own cuddly bear using some simple geometric shapes and a few brushes.
Today I'm going to show you how to create a koala climbing on a tree. It's easy and fun tutorial for those who just started to learn Adobe Illustrator.
How to Draw a Fox Illustration in Adobe Illustrator
Expand your drawing skills by learning how to draw a cute fox in Adobe Illustrator. Follow artist Nataliya Dolotko as she shares her process and teaches you how to use the Brush Tool to bring your sketch to life.
Learn how to draw a fox illustration using the Brush Tool and some of my personal tips and tricks in Adobe Illustrator.
How to Create a Maneki Neko Lucky Charm in Adobe Illustrator
Love illustrating cats? Well Yulia Sokolova does, and she's got a cute Maneki-Neko tutorial that will help you expand your vector skills using some of Illustrator's basic geometric shapes and tools.
In this tutorial we’ll be creating a cute Japanese lucky charm, Maneki-neko. We’ll be using geometric shapes and working with gradients to make our...
How to Create a Sleeping Cat on a Pile of Books and Indoor Plants in Adobe Illustrator
Follow along with Nataliya Dolotko as she teaches you how to create this cute cat illustration in Adobe Illustrator. Learn how to build each element using basic shapes, adjusting them as needed using the Warp Tool.
Learn how to create a pile of books and a cat using basic shapes and make a custom brush from scratch to draw different plants.
How to Create a Cute Gingerbread Man in Adobe Illustrator
Expand your character drawing skills with this cute vector tutorial. Watch as Diana Toma breaks down the entire process and shows you how to achieve the same result using a couple of simple shapes combined with the power of the Appearance panel.
Yay! More character design! Learn how to draw a cute gingerbread man character in Adobe Illustrator.
How to Create an Autumn Composition With a Sparrow in Adobe Illustrator
Celebrate autumn by creating this beautiful sparrow illustration, all within Adobe Illustrator. Instructor Nataliya Dolotko teaches you how to use simple geometric shapes combined with the power of the Warp Tool to achieve the same result.
The sparrow is a perky little bird, resident of cities around the world. Let’s create this adorable little feathery creature together.
How to Vector a Cartoon Hunting Dog in Adobe Illustrator
Expand your drawing skills by learning how to draw a cute hunting dog in Adobe Illustrator. Follow the talented Yulia Sokolova as she teaches you how to achieve the same result using the Pen Tool and some basic geometric shapes.
In this tutorial we’ll go through the process of drawing a simple autumn scene with a cartoon-style hunting dog. We’ll be using the versatile drawing tools...
How to Create an Owl Character Using a Circular Grid in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to use a circular grid to compose a simple owl character. Marta Bērziņa shares with you her process of setting up the grid, and then gradually building your composition on top of it using simple circles.
In this tutorial you`ll learn how to create an owl character using Grid, Circular grid and Align panel.
Create a Cute Raccoon Character in Adobe Illustrator
Improve your animal drawing skills by checking out this cute tutorial by Nataliya Dolotko. Watch as she creates her composition using simple geometric shapes, which she gradually adjusts using the Warp Tool and Pathfinder panel.
In this tutorial you'll learn to create a cute raccoon character using basic shapes and borrowing some elements from a previous tutorial.
How to Design a Quick Quirky Character in Adobe Illustrator
Learn how to create a cute character in Adobe Illustrator. Designer Ivan Petrusevski teaches you how to take a simple sketch and bring it to life using the Pen Tool.
Character design sounds like a difficult process at first, but it really can be simple and fun. In this small tutorial I will show you how to create a simple...
Advanced Illustrator Courses
Want to learn more? Then why not give these courses a go and push your vector skills to the max with the help of our experts. Envato Tuts+ courses give you access to in-depth video lessons on a wide range of subjects. Master Illustrator in no time!
Always wondered what it takes to design game UI assets? Well wonder no more since concept artist Jonathan Lam has a detailed course on how to do just that, showing you how to take simple shapes and mold them into beautiful textured assets using simple techniques.
Want to master Illustrator's Gradient Mesh but don't know where to start? Then join Simona Pfreundner and learn how to do to just that by creating a beautiful cake illustration.
Dreaming of making a career out of cartoon design? Then why not check out this course by Yulia Sokolova, where she breaks down the process of creating a cute set of creatures using basic geometric shapes, which you will then bring to life using colorful gradients.
Interested in learning how to create expressive line art but don't know where to start? Ioana Șopov has created a course that teaches you the ins and outs of this popular style, showing you how to achieve beautiful compositions with the help of Width Tool and custom art brushes.
Conclusion
Whether you're an experienced digital artist or an up-and-coming icon designer, I really hope the list inspired you to up your Illustrator game by exploring new styles and techniques that can come in useful in future projects.
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