We recently launched the VECTORTUTS PLUS section of the site. We have another great PLUS tutorial exclusively available to members today! Learn how to professionally illustrate a detailed 3D map in vector. This tutorial describes a well balanced approach that blends information graphic principles with aesthetic choices. Learn more at the jump!
PSDTUTS Author - Ian Yates
Posts by Ian Yates
New PLUS Tutorial - Producing an Informative Map In Perspective with Illustrator
Nov 5th in News by Ian Yates
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How to Turn a Sketch into a Fat Cat Vector Illustration
Oct 20th in Illustration by Ian YatesThis tutorial aims to guide you from sketchbook to screen; a “Fat Cat” doodled with biro translated into a neat vector caricature. Intermediate knowledge of Adobe Illustrator is advised. Let’s take a look at how to create a cheeky cat illustration - from initial concept through to vector goodness.
Illustrator’s Type Tool: A Comprehensive Introduction
Oct 4th in Tools & Tips by Ian YatesType is an essential part of Illustrator; whether you’re desktop publishing, designing logos, or using type for image building, you’ll be reaching for the Type Tool. This guide comprehensively covers the essentials of what is a huge amount of Illustrator functionality, which is type.
Publishing a Multiple Paged PDF Document Using Illustrator
Sep 26th in Designing by Ian YatesOne of Illustrator’s lesser-known functions is it’s ability to produce and publish multiple paged documents in PDF format. Why is it a lesser known function? Well because applications such as InDesign and Quark Xpress are dedicated to producing such documents and it’s unlikely you’ll ever be advised to use Illustrator.
It is possible though, and in a pinch this technique may come in handy, especially when you’re creating documents that are only a few pages long. This tutorial will explain how it’s done, while discussing some grid layout theory to produce an Annual Report.
It’s Going to Be Brilliant: Adobe Illustrator CS4
Sep 24th in News by Ian YatesSome of us have been eagerly awaiting it, others have been casually disinterested, and some have even expressed irritation. The fact of the matter is, though, that this September 23rd saw the official announcement of Adobe’s latest release of their Creative Suite. Here at VECTORTUTS we thought it fair to give vector fans a taste of what’s new in Illustrator CS4.
Make an Aurora Borealis Design in Illustrator
Sep 18th in Illustration by Ian YatesTo recreate the light patterns of the Aurora Borealis you’d probably turn to Photoshop’s filters and effects. Use Illustrator however, and you’ll not only achieve a stunning end result, but you’ll also benefit from the flexibility of working with vectors. This is an intermediate level tutorial rewarding you with an attractive desktop wallpaper for your efforts!
Illustrator’s Pen Tool: The Comprehensive Guide
Aug 19th in Tools & Tips by Ian YatesIf you use Adobe Illustrator, then it’s almost certain that you use the Pen tool when creating your paths. This comprehensive guide aims to introduce or remind you of features, shortcuts, and methods for working with what is arguably Adobe’s most essential tool.
Working with 3D Objects and Transparencies to Make a Vector Cola Bottle Design
Aug 14th in Designing by Ian YatesVECTORTUTS has covered Illustrator’s 3D effects a few times, so the basics should already be familiar to you. In this tutorial, we’ll be taking those skills up a notch and discussing how Illustrator deals with transparency in 3D objects. In just a few steps you’ll have created a plastic cola bottle, which is ideally suited for those of you involved in product marketing.
Turning a Photo into Lichtenstein Style Pop Art with Illustrator
Aug 7th in Illustration by Ian YatesRoy Lichtenstein’s pop art comic book images are as familiar now as they were in the 1960’s. They demonstrate a stylized way of presenting a photo of yourself or anything else you can think of. Using Illustrator’s custom brushes and swatches, we’ll be recreating a Lichtenstein style of effect in this intermediate level tutorial.
Create a Can of Beans by Mapping Vectors to a 3D Object
Jul 11th in Illustration by Ian YatesIllustrator has offered a range of 3D tools for some time and this tutorial aims to get you started familiarizing yourself with them. We’ll be creating a can of beans, built entirely from vectors, using the Symbols palette, the Extrude tool and Illustrator’s Image Mapping. Enjoy!
