Basic Adobe Illustrator introduces essential design tools, guiding learners through vector creation, shape building, colour application, typography, and layout techniques to produce clean, scalable graphics for digital and print projects confidently.
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Basic Adobe Illustrator introduces learners to essential Adobe Illustrator techniques, making it ideal for beginners exploring Illustrator Basics and Graphic Design. Learn to create Vector Graphics, work with artboards, images, brushes, shapes and essential Illustrator Tools for creative projects.
Develop practical skills in Digital Illustration, Shape Design and layout through hands-on lessons covering drawing, brush tools, gradients, lines, typography and text effects. You will also explore Typography, Type on a Path, alignment, layering and other techniques essential for creating polished designs.
Build a strong foundation for Logo Design and Creative Design by learning how to organise layers, group objects, scale and rotate elements, merge paths and manage artwork efficiently. This beginner-friendly course helps you confidently apply Adobe Illustrator tools to a variety of graphic design projects.
Learners complete an assignment designed to evaluate their understanding of the course content. The assignment is reviewed by qualified tutors who provide personalised feedback, allowing learners to demonstrate their applied knowledge and skills.
After completing the Basic Adobe Illustrator course assessment, you will be eligible to receive a CPD-accredited certificate worth £9 from One Education to demonstrate your achievement.
The certificate is also available as a printed hard copy delivered by post for £15.
Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate
Learners also have the option to order a Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) Endorsed Certificate as additional proof of achievement. The QLS Endorsed Certificate can be delivered by post for £69, with an additional £10 postage charge for international students.
This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.
Learning Adobe Illustrator provides a strong foundation for creating professional vector graphics and digital artwork. This course helps learners understand essential Illustrator tools, shapes, typography, colour, and drawing techniques, making it easier to develop creative and visually engaging design projects.
Studying Illustrator Basics can build confidence in graphic design and digital illustration. Learners can develop practical skills for creating logos, icons, illustrations, and marketing visuals while gaining a solid foundation for progressing towards more advanced Adobe Illustrator techniques.
The Basic Adobe Illustrator course has a total study timeframe of 2 days, 12 hours. Learners can progress through the programme at a flexible pace, developing essential skills in Adobe Illustrator, vector graphics, shape creation, typography, logo design, digital illustration, and fundamental graphic design techniques.
The Basic Adobe Illustrator course has no formal entry requirements, making it ideal for beginners and aspiring graphic designers. No previous Illustrator experience is necessary, although an interest in vector graphics, digital illustration, and creative design is beneficial. Basic computer skills, good English, and reliable internet access are recommended.
1. What is the Basic Adobe Illustrator course?
The Basic Adobe Illustrator course introduces the essential tools and techniques needed to create vector-based artwork. It covers Adobe Illustrator, Illustrator Basics, Graphic Design, Vector Graphics, Digital Illustration, Logo Design, Typography, Shape Design, Illustrator Tools, and Creative Design.
2. Who is the Basic Adobe Illustrator course suitable for?
The course is suitable for beginners, aspiring graphic designers, illustrators, students, artists, freelancers, and creative professionals who want to build a solid foundation in Adobe Illustrator and learn the essentials of vector-based Graphic Design.
3. What will I learn from this Adobe Illustrator course?
You will explore Illustrator Basics, Document and Settings, Adobe Illustrator Tools, Shape Design, Vector Graphics, Digital Illustration, Typography, Logo Design, and fundamental techniques for creating and editing professional-looking vector artwork.
4. Do I need previous Adobe Illustrator experience?
No. The course is designed to introduce the fundamentals of Adobe Illustrator, making it suitable for learners who are new to the software. Basic computer skills can be helpful when navigating the interface and following the practical exercises.
5. What is Adobe Illustrator used for?
Adobe Illustrator is a vector graphics application used to create scalable artwork such as logos, icons, illustrations, typography, diagrams, branding materials, and other Graphic Design projects.
6. What are vector graphics?
Vector Graphics are artwork created from mathematically defined paths, shapes, and curves rather than fixed pixels. They can generally be scaled to different sizes while maintaining sharp edges, making them particularly useful for logos, illustrations, and print design.
| Introduction | |||
| Introduction | 00:01:00 | ||
| Section 01: | |||
| Document & Settings | 00:04:00 | ||
| Add & Change Artboards | 00:04:00 | ||
| Align images in Artboards | 00:03:00 | ||
| What Can You Do with an Image? | 00:03:00 | ||
| Section 02: | |||
| Making Standard Rules | 00:06:00 | ||
| Drawing: The Base | 00:03:00 | ||
| Use the Brush Tool | 00:04:00 | ||
| Blob Brush & Eraser | 00:02:00 | ||
| Section 03: | |||
| Text & Layout | 00:04:00 | ||
| Other Options with Text | 00:03:00 | ||
| Type on a Path | 00:02:00 | ||
| Section 04: | |||
| Filling, Lines and Layout | 00:04:00 | ||
| Apply linear and Radial Gradients | 00:04:00 | ||
| Stripes, Points, Arrows and Overflow in Lines | 00:05:00 | ||
| Applying Variable Width to Stripes | 00:03:00 | ||
| Section 05: | |||
| Adjust & Organize | 00:02:00 | ||
| Turn around, Merge and Shift the Path | 00:03:00 | ||
| Select, Group and Isolate | 00:02:00 | ||
| Scale & Rotate | 00:03:00 | ||
| Organizing Images and Layers | 00:06:00 | ||
| Conclusion | |||
| Conclusion | 00:01:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Assignment – Basic Adobe Illustrator | 2 days, 11 hours | ||
| Order Your Certificate | |||
| Order Your Certificate QLS | 00:00:00 | ||
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