Graphic Design Tips & Tricks

Streamlining Your Color Workflow in Illustrator: Pt 1

In Part 1 of this two-part tutorial, you'll learn how to save time by creating and using color and global swatches.   full story >>

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How to Manipulate Seamless Patterns in Illustrator, Part 2

In Part 2 of this tutorial, you will further manipulate a seamless pattern and ultimately turn it into a pattern brush.   full story >>

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How to Manipulate Seamless Patterns in Illustrator, Part 1

In Part 1 of this two-part tutorial, you will learn how to manipulate patterns to your liking in Adobe Illustrator.   full story >>

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How to Create a Brushed Metal Texture in Three Steps

This short tutorial will show you how to create a brushed metal finish that can be used for a variety of purposes.   full story >>

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Creating Text on a Path in Illustrator

This beginner-level tutorial will show you how to put type on a path. This basic skill can lend a dynamic element to your work and is quite fun to use.   full story >>

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Creating Envelopes in Illustrator

In this tutorial, you will learn about Illustrator's "Envelope Distort" tool, which can help you give new shape to your designs.   full story >>

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Creating a Vector Face in Illustrator

In this tutorial, you will learn how to draw and color a face in Adobe Illustrator.   full story >>

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Using Inner and Outer Glow in Illustrator

Learn how to use Illustrator to add a glow to text, buttons, and just about anything!   full story >>

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How to Make a Seamless Offset Pattern in Illustrator, Part 2

In Part 2 of this series, we'll learn how to complete a seamless pattern in Illustrator.   full story >>

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How to Make a Seamless Offset Pattern in Illustrator, Part 1

There are many ways to create seamless patterns in Illustrator. Part 1 shows you how to get started.   full story >>

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