Create A Gasmask Angel in Illustrator CS5 – Vector Premium Tutorial
Today, we have another Vector Premium tutorial, which is available exclusively for Premium members. If you want to learn how to create detailed vector linework, with varying levels of depth, color and...
View ArticleQuick Tip: How to Create an X-ray Print
In this tutorial you will learn to create a stylish x-ray print in just a few easy steps. It’s perfect for stylized typography or even an element for an illustration. Let’s begin! Step 1 Create a new...
View ArticleCreate a Vector, Space Rocket in Illustrator CS5
In this tutorial you’ll learn how to create a colorful rocket from simple geometric forms and 3D effects. We’ll use filters like Blur to create smoothness and movement in some of the illustration...
View ArticleNaif Al-Mutawa: Superheroes Inspired by Islam
Just because you missed that awesome conference, doesn’t mean that you can’t still watch the lectures! This weekend, we feature an inspiring talk that Naif Al-Mutawa did at TED. In “THE 99,” Naif...
View ArticleCreate a Sci-Fi, Vector Portrait Made of Symbols
In this tutorial, you will learn how to create vector images made from any symbols, having previously processed a bitmap image in Photoshop and using a wonderful script. The technique is very simple...
View ArticleQuick Tip: Create a Nice Award Medal Icon
In the following tutorial you will learn to create an icon of an award medal. You will use various shapes and pathfinder techniques to make this great looking icon. This illustration can be made...
View ArticleYour Portfolio, Starting Out with a Low Budget
So you’ve decided you want a portfolio, but aren’t sure what you want in it, or which route to go. Maybe you’ve just started out and have a low budget. In today’s article I look at starting a new...
View ArticleFreelance Confidential: Now Available!
We’re very proud to announce the release of Freelance Confidential, Rockable Press’s newest book on freelancing. This book aims to provide the hard numbers on the biggest issues of freelancing and...
View ArticleCreate a Tri-Color Rosette Ribbon in Illustrator
The key to this satiny ribbon is the careful placement of gradients on its component parts. And once you have the individual elements down, it’s a snap to create award ribbons, medals, or bunting....
View ArticleQuick Tip: How to Fix Corrupt InDesign Files
If you regularly use InDesign, you may find that from time to time a file may be corrupt and glitch. In this Quick Tip you will learn a technique that may help recover your file in just a few easy...
View ArticleInterview with Chris Spooner
Today we’ll meet British designer Chris Spooner. He became widely known thanks to his two successful blogs Blog.SpoonGraphics and Line25. Chris has written plenty of excellent tutorials on vector...
View ArticleQuick Tip: How to Cut a Gradient Mesh
In my experience, I needed to cut a Gradient Mesh. Looking for the solution on forums didn’t work out for me, so I thought it was impossible! The Knife and Scissors Tool are used for cutting vector...
View ArticleHow to Create a Vector Sketchbook
A few times a each month we revisit some of our reader’s favorite posts from throughout the history of Vectortuts+. This tutorial by Rype was first published on May 4th 2009. In this tutorial, I will...
View ArticleHow To Upgrade Your RAM and Video Card
In this tutorial, we’ll get our hands dirty as we crack open our computers and take a look at upgrading the memory and video card, two upgrades that can immensely effect the performance of both Mac...
View ArticleFeaturing 25 Inspiring Vector Portraits
Within the majority of vector communities on the internet, portrait art is a popular theme. Be it rendering from photo stock or reference free work, it’s a corner stone in vector art. Browse through...
View ArticleQuick Tip: Working with CS Review and InDesign CS5
This tutorial shows how you can quickly upload your InDesign document for collaborative online commenting via Acrobat.com. This is a great trick if you work as part of a remote team, or need quick...
View ArticleHow to Create a Colorful, 3D Text Effect
In the following tutorial you will learn how to create a colorful three-dimensional text effect. We’ll use several Illustrator effects, built in patterns, a modern font, and more to bring this effect...
View ArticleInventive 3D Illustration Tuts from Vectortuts+
One of the most exciting features in Adobe Illustrator is the 3D effects. This powerful tool allows you to make anything from simple icons to complex creations. The following roundup of tutorials from...
View ArticleBest of the Vector Web – March 2011
Each month, we search the web for the best vector-related content and showcase it here for you all to enjoy. This month, we showcase high quality tutorials on vector poster design, designing cafe...
View ArticleTuts+ Solid Gold Bundle!!!
The first Tuts+ bundle is finally here! An exclusive bundle of eleven fabulous items for an astonishingly low price! Get a load of all the Solid Gold Bundle has to offer. Vectors, PS Brushes, Stock...
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