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Illustrator CS Essential Training

Illustrator CS Essential Training

with Jeff Van West



Illustrator CS Essential Training with Jeff Van West is a movie-based tutorial developed for new Illustrator users, or intermediate users upgrading from previous versions of the software. The training begins by providing a thorough overview of Illustrator CS's primary tools and quickly advances to cover basic drawing, coloring, editing, transparency, blending, type, special effects including 3D and much more. Along the way, you'll learn tips and examples that streamline workflows and maximize productivity. Exercise files accompany the training, allowing you to follow along and learn at your own pace.
Topics include:
  • Fills, strokes, and color
  • Transformations
  • Layers and appearances
  • Paintbrush tool
  • Adding text
  • Masks and blending modes
  • Envelopes, meshes, and blends
  • Filters and effects
  • 3D
  • Templates and actions
  • Web graphics
  • Integration
  • Printing issues

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author
Jeff Van West
subject
Design
software
Illustrator CS
level
Beginner
duration
14h 30m
released
Jun 09, 2004

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Jeff Van West

Jeff Van West

Jeff Van West is a freelance writer and editor. He is the author of a whole mess of books, manuals, CD-ROMs, and training programs in computer technology and aviation. His materials have been used by individuals and corporations in North America, Europe, Japan, and Australia.
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