In this tutorial we will learn how to create Watercolor Background using a Gradient Mesh, tools of deformation and Blending Modes. The techniques which are described here allow the creation of complex textural backgrounds in a simple and effective way.
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Today, we have another Tuts+ Premium tutorial, which is available exclusively for Premium members. This tutorial contains unusual technique for creating Opacity Masks and plenty of effective techniques that allow us to achieve stunning results. This tutorial is made by Iaroslav Lazunov and a professional and in-demand designer Sant Valentin. You can view some key images from this tutorial on our Premium Tuts+ site.
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In this Quick Tip you will learn how to make an iOS style mobile navigation bar complete with icons. This easy to follow tutorial is great for a beginner to intermediate skill level. let’s get started!
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In the following tutorial you will learn how to create a toilet plunger illustration. You’ll use basic shape building techniques, along with advanced Illustrator tools, to compose the best plunger artwork you’ve ever made. You can use these techniques you’ll learn to create numerous household tools as well.
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Vectortuts+ loves Illustration and discovering new talent, so today we are proud to be showcasing the final round of the Vectortuts+ Paper Toy Project. Don’t worry if you missed out, there is still time to participate in the very last project for 2011. Find out more about the new project and check out fantastic creations from past projects, at the jump.
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Read this tutorial and learn how to draw a music folder icon in Illustrator. We’ll use the 3D Revolve tool and Extrude & Bevel effects. They are put into use throughout the entire workflow, starting from shaping a 3D folder using a single path and finishing with all the colorful glossy musical notes. If you want to learn all these vector techniques, then follow me!
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In the following tutorial you will learn how to create your own web buttons set. First, using the Rectangle Tool along with some Pathfinder and Offset options plus a Rounded Corners effect you will create the three starting shapes. Next, a linear gradient plus some Film Grain and Drop Shadow effects will complete the overall button. Finally, some text and a new Drop Shadow effect will help you finish the work. Let’s get started!
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Take an in-depth look at the process of designing and illustrating a holiday reindeer illustration. This tutorial covers illustration style, color selection, shading and touches on typography. The process of adapting your illustration during creation is also covered. This tutorial is created by Jesse Hora and Darrin Higgins. Time for some holiday fun!
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Just because you missed that awesome conference, doesn’t mean that you can’t still watch the lectures! This weekend we’re sharing a great talk from MFA Interaction Design. In this talk, Craig Mod, discusses the theory behind what books mean in a digital context and thinks deeper on the design and typography of digital books.
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A few times a each month we revisit some of our reader’s favorite posts from throughout the history of Vectortuts+. This tutorial by Cody Walker was first published on November 25th 2008.
This is the first part in a series of tutorials about Isometrics. Isometric projections are a system of drawing that allows an artist to quickly and accurately draw an object without using perspective. I will go into more depth about isometrics later in this tutorial. I’m going to begin by talking about a system that is commonly used with isometrics.
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