Vector Tips & Tricks

How to Create a Vector Silhouette in Illustrator

Using silhouettes of people in design layouts is a great way to incorporate a human element without having to use a specific “face.” Here's a simple way to do it.   full story >>

Realistic Wood Grain with a Knothole

Learn how to create a vectorized wood grain in Adobe Illustrator (AI) that can be used for frames, furniture, floors, or backgrounds.   full story >>

How to turn your hand drawings into vector graphics in Illustrator

Turn your hand-drawn pen and ink drawings into vector graphics you can easily add color to and resize.   full story >>

Creating Vector Fashion in Illustrator

Follow this tutorial for detailed easy-to-use instructions on how to draw a stylized female figure using nothing but your imagination and vector-editing software.   full story >>

Free Transform Tool Tricks in Illustrator

Learn how the Free Transform Tool can alter your image.   full story >>

3D Revolve Effect in Adobe Illustrator - Part 4

Learn how to expand and prepare 3D Vector Art in Adobe Illustrator using the 3D Revolve Effect.   full story >>

3D Revolve Effect in Adobe Illustrator - Part 3

This tip illustrates how you can create an object by only drawing half of it using the 3D Revolve Effect.   full story >>

3D Revolve Effect in Adobe Illustrator - Part 2

Learn how to add depth to your objects using the 3D Revolve Effect.   full story >>

3D Revolve Effect in Adobe Illustrator - Part 1

Part 1 of this 3D Revolve Effect series explains what the 3D Revolve Effect is and what you can do with it.   full story >>

Stroke Tricks in Illustrator, Part 2: How to Create a Sunburst

Here's a simple method to create a Sunburst using Illustrator.   full story >>