*** Platform Note: This class is for both Mac and PC Users ***
Adobe software is virtually the same on the Mac and PC platforms. When taking this class from an ONLC locations you will be using PC hardware with Windows software. When taking this course from home or office, students can use either PC or Mac hardware to attach to the hosted Windows-based Adobe software. Minor Mac keyboard and interface differences will be highlighted by the instructor.
Overview
Once you gain a foundation and some experience using Illustrator's core skills, you are ready for Level 2 training. In Level 2 class, content is covered at a faster pace and additional focus is placed on use of shortcuts and real world 'tips and tricks' to improve your workflow.
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Each lesson includes unique and challenging project files. The Level 2 class also goes more thoroughly into advanced topics with some of the project files from our Level 1 courses.
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IMPORTANT: To ensure you have the necessary skills for successful participation in this course you should be able to accomplish the topics in the Level 1 course. To review see:
Adobe Illustrator Core Skills Level 1 
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*** Version Note ***
Our Adobe classes are for users of the CC and CS6 versions. These classes are run on the CC version of the software but are relevant for CS6 users as well. In addition, we upgrade our software shortly after new training materials are released from Adobe. Typically new content is available within 2 to 4 months of a software release.
Interested in More Training?
For individuals seeking comprehensive training, we offer bundles so that you can attend multiple Adobe Illustrator classes at a discount. For more information on savings, go to:
Adobe Illustrator Bundle
Can't Get Off Work to Attend Class?
Consider our Adobe On-Demand courses. These self-study courses let you learn at your own pace on your own schedule. Our classes blend Adobe Official training materials with video tutorials, quizzes, and real world project-based labs to offer a cost-effective alternative to our live instructor-led classes. To learn more, click on the link below:
Adobe On-Demand: Adobe Illustrator CC
Prerequisites
Students should have experience with Illustrator and working knowledge of the skills covered in Core Skills: Level 1. Specifically, you should be familiar with the work area, be able to make selections, have some experience creating and editing shapes, as well as making transformations, using the drawing tools, and working with color, type, and layers. For more information on the Level 1 course, go to:
Illustrator CC Core Skills: Level 1
COURSE OUTLINE
Using Shapes to Create Artwork for a Postcard
Use the Place command.
Use Image Trace to create shapes.
Editing and Combining Shapes and Paths
Create a compound path.
Outline strokes.
Work with the Shape Builder tool.
Use Pathfinder effects to create shapes.
Work with the Reshape tool.
Edit strokes with the Width tool.
Use Intertwine.
Using the Basic Drawing Tools
Draw curves and straight lines with the Curvature tool.
Edit paths with the Curvature tool.
Create dashed lines.
Draw and edit with the Pencil tool.
Join paths with the Join tool.
Add arrowheads to paths.
Using Color to Enhance Artwork
Be inspired creatively with the Color Guide panel.
Explore the Recolor Artwork command.
Get started with Generative Recolor.
Adding Type to a Project
Create and edit paragraph styles.
Create and edit character styles.
Add bullet and number lists.
Wrap type around an object.
Curve text on a path.
Reshape text with a warp.
Create text outlines.
Organizing Your Artwork with Layers
Copy and paste objects and their layers from one file to another.
Search and filter layers.
Make a layer clipping mask.
Gradients, Blends and Patterns
Create and save a gradient fill.
Apply and edit a gradient on a stroke.
Apply and edit a radial gradient.
Adjust the opacity of color in a gradient.
Create and edit freeform gradients.
Blend the shapes of objects in intermediate steps.
Modify a blend.
Create smooth color blends between objects.
Modify a blend and its path, shape, and color.
Blend with the Blend tooxl.
Create and apply patterns.
Using Brushes to Create and Ad
Use four brush types: Calligraphic, Art, Pattern, and Bristle.
Apply brushes to paths.
Paint and edit paths with the Paintbrush tool.
Change brush color and adjust brush settings.
Create new brushes from Adobe Illustrator artwork.
Work with the Blob Brush tool and the Eraser tool.
Placing and Working with Images
Place linked and embedded graphics in an Illustrator file.
Transform and crop images.
Create and edit clipping masks.
Mask with text.
Make and edit an opacity mask.
Work with the Links panel.
Embed and unembed images.
Sharing Projects (Exporting Assets)
Package a file.
Create a PDF.
Use the Export For Screens command.
Work with the Asset Export panel.
Invite others to edit.
Share for review.
