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Using Transform Again in Illustrator

4. September 2009

Archived; click post to view. Excerpt: This shortcut will help you in many different instances in Illustrator when you need to repeat a transformation. I use it most when I am trying to repeat a shape over and over again at an even interval. First create a shape or a stroke, and then transform it [...]

Go Media’s Rapid-Fire Illustration Technique

24. August 2009

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Archived; click post to view. Excerpt: Go Media’s Rapid-fire Illustration Technique Hey Designer and Illustrator faithful! It’s time for another wicked tutorial from your brethren here at Go Media. I had a particular project I was working on recently that I thought would make a great tutorial. The technique I would like to share with [...]

3D Typography in Photoshop

19. August 2009

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Archived; click post to view. Excerpt: Introduction In this tutorial we are going to go over various techniques you may have seen before, as well as a bulk of techniques that may be new to you. After you have completed this intense walk though, I assure you will be able to explore even more new [...]

Photoshop vs. Illustrator: Part 2

12. August 2009

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Archived; click post to view. Excerpt: Photoshop Vs. Illustrator in a (continued) no-holds-barred battle to the death! WARNING! This blog post contains foul language and dirty underhanded insults. The (harsh) opinions expressed in this article do not reflect those of Go Media Inc. or Adobe Inc. Please do not read further if you are pregnant, [...]

Photoshop vs. Illustrator: Part 1

5. August 2009

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Archived; click post to view. Excerpt: Photoshop Vs. Illustrator in a no-holds-barred battle to the death! WARNING! This blog post contains foul language and dirty underhanded insults. The (harsh) opinions expressed in this article do not reflect those of Go Media Inc. or Adobe Inc. Please do not read further if you are pregnant, have [...]

Create a Complete Apparel Tech Pack

27. June 2009

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Archived; click post to view. Excerpt: So you just spent 10 or more hours creating a crazy t-shirt design and your client has officially signed off…so what now? You may have created stellar photo-realistic mockups and used tons of really cool colors- but none of this means ANYTHING if your screen printer can’t clearly interpret [...]

Create A Vector Art Twitter Bird Character Icon In Adobe Illustrator

19. May 2009

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Create A Vector Art Twitter Bird Character Icon In Adobe Illustrator

In-depth Adobe Illustrator tutorial detailing the process of creating an original cartoon-style Twitter bird character vector illustration. From sketch to vector, this tutorial will not only walk you through the steps, but also offer tips on optimal methods for creating your vector art with maximum editability and flexibility.

Rule Seven: Composition: putting it all together.

14. April 2009

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Rule Seven: Composition: putting it all together.

Archived; click post to view. Excerpt: Part Seven of Seven Easy Principles to Becoming a Master Designer. Ok Folks, This is it; part seven of seven. I’ve hopefully convinced you to limit your use of colors and fonts, taught you to provide sufficient contrast, suggested that you properly space your elements and let you in [...]

Illustrate a Malevolent Skull in 8 Steps

17. February 2009

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Illustrate a Malevolent Skull in 8 Steps

In the tutorial I will go over how to create a cool looking malevolent skull that can be used for bands, t-shirts, or just vector art of your choosing.