Illustrator Basics - Creative Workflow and Tools Introduction

Dive into a comprehensive 57-minute video tutorial on Adobe Illustrator basics with experts Nick Longo and Andrew Hochradel. Learn the fundamental workflow and tools of Illustrator, including vector vs. raster graphics, navigating the dashboard, setting up workspaces, using shape building tools, transforming objects, applying the eyedropper tool, working with type, and exporting files. Gain insights on why Illustrator is essential for designers, explore practical applications of various tools, and discover tips for efficient workspace management. Conclude with a review of community work and a preview of upcoming Office Hours sessions, including a miniseries on logo design.

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Illustrator Basics - getting comfortable with Illustrator
Why use Illustrator
Vector vs. Raster
Dashboard and New Document menu in Illustrator
Setting up your workspaces
Basic shapes in Illustrator - shape building tools
Augmenting shape tools - transforming
Eyedropper Tool and applications
Selecting objects - grouping - alignment tools
Saving multiple workspaces
Transforming type
Type Tool and uses
Saving files - exporting files
Reviewing the Discord community’s work
Looking forward to next week’s Office Hours
Office Hours miniseries on logos