Use the Pen Tool for straight lines and curved lines to trace an object in Adobe Illustrator.
Take advantage of some shape tools when tracing objects in Adobe Illustrator.
Use the Paintbrush to trace more difficult parts of objects in Adobe Illustrator.
After completing this project, you will be able to trace any object in Adobe Illustrator. First, you will learn how to navigate through Adobe Illustrator. Then you will learn how to add any picture or photo and how to add layers to your artboard before you will learn how to use the Pen Tool for tracing straight lines. Additionally, you will learn how to use curved lines with the Pen Tool and to adjust your anchor points to make sure your drawing of your shape is as accurate as possible. You will also be able to learn how to use your paintbrush as well as shape tools to trace an object. The aim of this project is to familiarize you with the Pen Tool, the Paintbrush, and the different options to trace objects. By the end of this project, you will have traced an object using the Pen Tool and the Paintbrush with guidance. You will also be able trace objects on your own.
Web Design
Graphic Design
Data Visualization (DataViz)
Illustration
Application Design
In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Familiarize yourself with your setup in Adobe Illustrator.
Set up your artboard and add a picture in Adobe Illustrator.
Use the Pen Tool for straight lines and curved lines to trace an object in Adobe Illustrator.
Practice Assessment (Optional Task: Create a custom shape with straight lines using the Pen Tool)
Take advantage of some shape tools when tracing objects in Adobe Illustrator.
Use the Paintbrush to trace more difficult parts of objects in Adobe Illustrator.
Portfolio Activity (Create custom shape using the Pen Tool)
Your workspace is a cloud desktop right in your browser, no download required
In a split-screen video, your instructor guides you step-by-step
By purchasing a Guided Project, you'll get everything you need to complete the Guided Project including access to a cloud desktop workspace through your web browser that contains the files and software you need to get started, plus step-by-step video instruction from a subject matter expert.
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Yes, everything you need to complete your Guided Project will be available in a cloud desktop that is available in your browser.
You'll learn by doing through completing tasks in a split-screen environment directly in your browser. On the left side of the screen, you'll complete the task in your workspace. On the right side of the screen, you'll watch an instructor walk you through the project, step-by-step.
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