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Learn Adobe Illustrator CC for Graphic Design and Illustration: Adobe Certified Associate Exam Preparation

Name: Learn Adobe Illustrator CC for Graphic Design and Illustration: Adobe Certified Associate Exam Preparation
ISBN: 9780134396842

by Dena Wilson, Peter Lourekas, Rob Schwartz

February 2016

Beginner

256 pages

8h 28m

English

Peachpit Press

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Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication Page
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Contents
Getting Started
About This ProductConventions Used in This BookOperating system differencesInstalling the SoftwareChecking for updatesAccessing the Free Web Edition and Lesson FilesAdditional ResourcesAdobe CertificationResetting the Preferences to Their Default Settings
Chapter 1. Introduction to Adobe Illustrator CC
Illustrator CC InterfaceApplication FrameUsing the Main Interface ElementsApplication BarControl PanelTools PanelCreate a Tearoff ToolbarCreate Custom Tools PanelsPanelsColor PanelSwatches PanelStroke PanelAppearance PanelTransform PanelWorkspacesCreate a Custom WorkspaceSave a Custom Workspace
Chapter 2. Working with Documents
Create a DocumentCreate a New DocumentArtboardsAdd ArtboardsResize ArtboardsDuplicate an ArtboardDelete an ArtboardSave a DocumentNavigating the Illustrator InterfaceArrange Multiple Document WindowsDocument TabsChange the Zoom LevelUsing the Status BarView Different Areas of a DocumentChanging the Screen ModeEnding a Work Session
Chapter 3. Creating Basic Shapes
Basic Geometric ShapesCreate Geometric ShapesCreate a Rounded RectangleCreate Other Basic ShapesReshape a CornerMove a CornerMove a Corner PointRemove a Point

Chapter 4. Fill, Stroke, and Color
Working with Fill and StrokeChange the Fill and Stroke ColorApply Stroke AttributesApply Gradients and Patterns to Fills and StrokesRecolor ArtworkApply the Modified ColorsArrange Basic Objects to Create a RobotCreate Multiple Copies Using Transform Again
Chapter 5. Reshaping Objects
A Primer on Paths and SelectionBuilding Blocks of a PathSelect or Transform an Entire ObjectSelect and Modify a Single PointDraw a Face via Reshape and TransformReshape an Oval to Make a Straight Hair StrandTransform Objects to Create VariationDraw a Second Face for an Advanced ReshapeReshape an Oval to Make an EyebrowReshape an Oval to Make an EyelidReshape an Oval to Bend Its CurveReshape an Oval to Make a Facial ShapeReshape an Oval to Make a Wavy Hair StrandTransform Objects to Create Variation and SymmetryLayers Panel (First Look)Create New Layers on the Layers PanelMove Selected Objects to a New LayerMove Unselected Objects to a New LayerRestack Objects within a Layer
Chapter 6. Create a Logo
Precise Alignment of ObjectsA Primer on GuidesAlign Two Circles with PrecisionCreate a Second Small CircleCreate Two Smaller CirclesUse the Shape Builder ToolUnite Portions of Separate ObjectsRemove Areas Using the Shape Builder ToolShape Builder Tool OptionsStack an Object BehindCreate a Border Around the Circular Logo
Chapter 7. Complexity via Combination and Effects
Reshape via TransformationUnderstand the Scale tool vs. the Free Transform ToolCombine via Pathfinder OptionsShape Modes: Two Different ResultsPathfinder OptionsApply Effects to an ObjectEdit an EffectSave Effects as Styles
Chapter 8. Hand-drawn Look Applied to Shapes
Create SpiralsDistortion ToolsVariable Line WidthsApply a Width PresetReshape a Stroke ManuallyCreate a Custom Width Profile PresetGroup ObjectsIsolate a GroupSelection CommandsSelect Same OptionsSelect Similar OptionsScale Options for Strokes
Chapter 9. Live Paint
Create a Live Paint GroupUse Gap Options in a Live Paint GroupLive Paint Bucket ToolAdd New Paths to a Live Paint GroupEdit Paths in a Live Paint GroupApply Color to EdgesExpand or Release a Live Paint Group
Chapter 10. Cut Objects and Apply Gradients
Draw Shapes by CuttingCreate Compound PathsRelease a Compound PathAdd Gradient FillsApply a Gradient as a FillApply a Gradient to a StrokeCreate a Custom GradientSave a Custom Gradient as a SwatchSave a New GradientModify an Existing Gradient SwatchEdit a Gradient via On-Object ControlsModify a Linear Gradient via the AnnotatorModify a Radial Gradient via the Annotator
Chapter 11. Creating Blends
Blend Two ObjectsSpecify Blend OptionsEdit a BlendEdit the Start or End ObjectTransform the Entire BlendRelease a BlendCreate Shading Using BlendsAdd Line ShadingAdd Color Shading
Chapter 12. Symbols
Open Symbol LibrariesPlace a Single SymbolPlace a Set of SymbolsAdd Instances to the Current SetRemove Instances from the Current SetReplace a SymbolCreate a SymbolEdit a SymbolSymbolism ToolsSymbolism Tool OptionsSymbolism Tool SpecificsSymbol Shifter ToolSymbol Scruncher ToolSymbol Sizer ToolSymbol Spinner ToolSymbol Stainer ToolSymbol Screener ToolSymbol Styler ToolUnlink or Expand InstancesSave a Custom Symbol Library
Chapter 13. Pen and Pencil Tools
Draw with the Pen ToolStraight-Sided PathsCurved PathsNon-Smooth Curved PathsAdd SegmentsConvert PointsConvert Using the Direct Selection ToolConvert via Anchor Point ToolAdd or Remove PointsCut and Join PathsCut a PathJoin Two EndpointsManually Trace a Raster ImageDraw with the Pencil ToolSet Pencil Tool OptionsReshape Using the Pencil Tool
Chapter 14. Brushes
The Brushes PanelApply BrushesPaint a Brush StrokeRemove a Brush StrokeEdit BrushesEdit a Calligraphic BrushEdit a Scatter BrushEdit an Art BrushEdit a Pattern BrushCreate a Watercolor Wash EffectCreate a Custom BrushCreate the BrushSave Custom Brushes as a LibraryUse the Blob BrushCreate an Object with the Blob Brush
Chapter 15. Type
Create Point TypeStyle Point TypeStyle a Single Character or WordApply Effects to TypeControl Text FlowThread Overflowing TextWrap Text Around ArtPlace Type on a PathReposition Type on a PathCreate Area TypeFit Area TypeCreate Outline TypeFlow Type on a Circle
Chapter 16. Advanced Drawing
Place Bitmap Images as Embedded ObjectsPlace Bitmap Images as LinksManage Linked ImagesUse the Links PanelUse the Control PanelCreate a Clipping MaskEdit the Contents of a Clipping MaskRelease a Clipping MaskUse Image TraceExpand a TracingFit an Object into a 3D and Perspective DrawingUse the Shear ToolEnvelope DistortArt Brush3D MappingUse Perspective Grid FeatureDraw a Two-Point GridAttach Objects to the Perspective GridCreate an Interior Using Perspective
Chapter 17. Output
Prepare Artwork for Print OutputDocument Color ModeArtboard SizeBleedSpot ColorSeparations Preview PanelResolution for Rasterized EffectsPrint Dialog Box SettingsPrepare Artwork for Web OutputDocument Color ModeArtboard SizeAlign to Pixel GridPixel PreviewResolution for Rasterized EffectsExport ArtworkExport to JPEG or PNG FormatExport to SVG FormatPlace as a Smart Object in PhotoshopPlace MethodCopy and Paste MethodCreative Cloud Libraries
Chapter 18. Working with Outsiders
Who You’re Talking For and Who You’re Talking ToSingle Voice, Single MessageIdeal Ivan and Danielle DemographicThe Golden Rule for Client ProjectsCopyrights and WrongsCopyright HappensPlacing a Copyright Notice in Digital ContentPlaying Fair with Copyrighted MaterialUncopyrightingLicensingThink Like a BossProject ManagementLearnThinkDoConclusion
ACA Objectives Covered
Glossary
Index
Chapter 19. Leveling Up with Design
Creativity Is a SkillGetting a Creative WorkoutPrepping Your Mind-setThe Design HierarchyApplying the Design HierarchyWrapping Up the Design HierarchyThe Elements of ArtThe Element of SpaceSpace as Your CanvasThe Element of LineThe Element of ShapeThe Element of FormThe Elements of Texture and PatternThe Element of ValueThe Element of ColorThe Element of TypeWrapping Up the ElementsThe Principles of DesignThe Principle of Emphasis or Focal PointThe Principle of ContrastThe Principle of UnityThe Principle of VarietyThe Principle of BalanceThe Principle of Proportion or ScaleThe Principles of Repetition and PatternThe Principles of Movement and RhythmConclusion

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About the Authors

Dena Wilson (video author) is a graphic artist and dedicated educator. She is an avid Adobe Illustrator user and has taught graphic design for over 12 years at both the high school and collegiate level.

Dena’s expertise is in the delivery of hands-on, skill-based instruction both online and in the classroom. Her high school students enjoy a passing rate above 80 percent on the Adobe ACA certification exam. She was on the original team of writers for the ACA exam for Adobe Photoshop and served as an Adobe Education Leader for many ...

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