Introduction to Graphic Design: Illustrator

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Free Online Course: Introduction to Graphic Design: Illustrator provided by LinkedIn Learning is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 1-2 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from LinkedIn Learning. Introduction to Graphic Design: Illustrator is taught by Tony Harmer.

Overview
  • Learn how to set up your project in Illustrator; use elements like fonts, icons, and color palettes; and finalize and export your project.

Syllabus
  • Introduction

    • About the Introduction to Graphic Design practicals
    • Course prerequisites
    1. Project Setup
    • Project overview
    • Creating the document
    • Importing the sketch
    2. Creating the Poster
    • Adding the print area
    • Creating a modular grid
    • Creating a color theme
    • Drawing the divider
    • Choosing fonts
    • Using area type
    • Create type hierarchies
    • Rotating and scaling area text
    • Challenge: Type
    • Adding images
    • Using Image Trace
    • Recoloring artwork
    • Changing the blending
    • Create a clip group
    • Placing an Illustrator file
    • Creating custom shapes
    • Challenge: Tweak the layout
    3. Wrapping Up
    • Checking the file
    • Packaging the file
    Conclusion
    • Where to go next