Introduction to Adobe Illustrator
A course by Aarón MartínezDesigner and Illustrator
A course by Aarón Martínez, Designer and Illustrator
Learn Adobe Illustrator and create optimum vector graphics without any prior knowledge
If you want to bring your vector projects to life with professional expertise, whether in print or digital formats, this six-course Domestika Basics taught by designer and illustrator Aarón Martínez is for you. Discover how the software works, learn how to use the tools from scratch, and apply everything you learn throughout the course with a variety of practical exercises.
Start by getting familiar with the interface, see how to create a document from scratch, and then produce your first vector lines to create basic shapes.
Then enter the world of geometry using the Pathfinder tool to transform figures and create new ones with total freedom.
Master key tools such as Pencil, Brush, and Pen for working with ease in Illustrator. Once you understand how they work, see the different ways to digitize an image with vectors.
Learn all about color use in this software as Aarón explains the difference between the CMYK and RGB color modes and their basic characteristics. Create a Pantone® color palette, discover tools such as the Paint Bucket, and achieve unique results with Pathfinder, linear and radial gradients, Blending modes, and Effects.
See how to work on and modify a text to any shape. Start by creating a linear text and then a text inside a box before working them both in and around figures.
Learn how to edit typography as well as define kerning, tracking, weight, and line spacing. Next, explore how to arrange text in a paragraph, as well as align it, justify it, and more.
Discover how to customize your workspace by configuring a specific profile to your needs and hear some advanced tips from Aarón to improve your workflow to suit a particular project.
Finally, take a look at the most commonly used printing formats and ideal digital formats for social networks, as well as learn how to export a PDF file for printing and compress it to prevent the document from being altered or losing quality.
Technical Requirements
⦁ A computer with Windows 7 (or later) or macOS 10.12 (Sierra). ⦁ Adobe Illustrator CC (you can either buy it or download the seven-day trial version on the Adobe website. ⦁ A graphics tablet is also recommended but not essential.
Featured review
Muy completo y muy bien explicado el curso. No es necesario tener conocimientos previos ya que empieza desde lo más básico. En muy poco tiempo, consigues trabajos con muy buen acabado.
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Reviews
- 5 days ago
Gracias al Instructor Aarón Martínez, por su presentación y capacitación en el curso adobe Illustrator, de Domestika.
Les saluda Eddy Pérez desde la República Dominicana, ahora tengo el conocimiento de este curso , gracias mil
- 9 days ago
Muy buen curso , muy completo y fácil de entender
- jhonfin025PLUS21 days ago
Esta muy Bueno, es super claro, super especifico y absolutamente una super enseñanza
- 27 days ago
buen curso recomendado
- 30 days ago
Ótimo curso, entrei com absolutamente nenhum conhecimento do software e concluí com toda base necessária para um futuro no design.
In his spare time, he enjoys creating characters and their worlds, basing his ideas on the question, "What do they do when no one is watching?" He enjoys playing with words and contradictions and always tries to add a surreal touch to his storytelling.
Aarón also enjoys observing the small details of things because it helps him understand how to model. Although most of his projects are destined for print or web, he treats each piece as if it were going to be physically reproduced in 3 dimensions.
He has worked for Coca-Cola, Nike, Miroculus, and Aquacific, among others.
Content
- U1
Presentation
- Presentation
- U2
Our first document
- Our first document
- U3
Walk through the interface: menu, tools and palette
- Walk through the interface: menu, tools and palette
- U4
Adjustments to our document
- Adjustments to our document
- U5
Artboards
- Artboards
- U6
Color modes
- Color modes
- U7
Creating basic figures
- Creating basic figures
- U8
Round corners
- Round corners
- U9
Eraser tool, scissors and blade
- Eraser tool, scissors and blade
- U10
Selection tool
- Selection tool
- FP
Final project
- BASICS: Adobe Illustrator
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FAQs
This course is designed for beginners, so you don’t need any prior experience with Adobe Illustrator or graphic design to start.
All you need is a computer with Adobe Illustrator installed and a willingness to learn. No previous knowledge of vector design is required.
You’ll learn how to create and manipulate vector graphics, design logos, vectorize images, add effects to illustrations, and manage documents, layers, and colors.
Vectorizing converts raster images into scalable graphics without losing quality—perfect for professional logos and illustrations.
You’ll master both basic and advanced Illustrator tools to design, combine shapes, and apply color when creating original logos.
Pathfinder is an Illustrator tool that lets you merge, cut, combine, and divide vector shapes, making it easy to create complex illustrations.
You can convert text into outlines (curves) to turn it into editable graphic elements, allowing you to modify each letter as a vector shape.