How to Make a Product Box and Flash Drive Mock-up
In this tutorial you will learn how to make your own mock-up image of a flash drive and product box using the Rectangle Tool, Pen Tool, 3D Extrude & Bevel and various Gradients. Step 1 Select the...
View ArticleHow to Make an A5 Print Ready Leaflet InDesign CS5
In this tutorial you will learn how to design a A5 four page leaflet, which can also be saved as a template for future designs. Using some of the new type setting features in InDesign CS5, you will...
View Article20 Free and Useful Adobe Illustrator Scripts
You have a unique opportunity to expand the functionality of Adobe Illustrator. There is nothing easier than using scripts, just select the object and run the script you need! The scripts presented in...
View ArticleQuick Tip: Color and InDesign
For this tutorial I will list a selection of my favorite InDesign shortcuts when working with color. Once memorized these shortcuts will help you become more efficient and give you more time to be...
View ArticleUsing Multiple Styles of Gradients in Vector Illustration and Vector Art
In this article, I will show you a variety of illustrations made from vector that contain gradients. I’ll explain why these elements work well and share with you some links to great tutorials. We’ll...
View ArticleCreate a Friendly Dragon with Gradients in Illustrator – Vector Premium Tutorial
We have another great Vector Premium tutorial available for Premium members today. If you want to learn how to create cute mythical creatures, such as a friendly dragon, then we have a detailed...
View ArticleHow to Make a Wooden Text Effect with Adobe Illustrator
In the following tutorial you can learn how to create "wooden text". Using the 3D Extrude and Bevel Tool combined with some clever gradients and layer effects you can make this great effect that’s...
View ArticleProfile of blindSALIDA – Objects in Motion
Parisian Illustrator blindSALIDA, like his art, is full of life and motion. Here this busy designer talks about the importance of finding your personal style…even if that includes baby bottles and...
View ArticleCreate a Smooth Satin Background Using Blends
Upon first seeing this shiny fabric background, you might think "Gradient Mesh." And if Gradient Mesh intimidates you, you might just click to the next tutorial. In fact, achieving a rich, satin...
View ArticlePoll: Would You Like to Attend an Envato Meetup?
Last week, in Chicago, we held our first ever Envato meetup with our Australian, American, Canadian, and European staff. During the week, we held a community meetup with a group of Envato authors and...
View ArticleExclusive Freebie Pack – Vector Windows
We have a new set of vector illustrations available exclusively from Vectortuts+ as freebie for anyone to download. Crafted by Iaroslav Lazunov, you will find a great selection of vector illustrations...
View ArticleQuick Tip: 10 Minute Crystal Explosion
Illustrator, unlike Photoshop, does not have many functions allowing you to randomize elements of your design. However, those that it has, can be just as powerful. We will use just these tools to...
View ArticleHow to Create a Luxurious Gold Watch in Adobe Illustrator
In this tutorial you will learn how to create a very realistic and stunning gold watch using simple tools and techniques like the Pathfinder, Blend, Clipping Mask, etc. in Adobe Illustrator. You will...
View Article2011 Vector Calendars – Vector Freebie
We have four different 2011 calendar designs, as a freebie for anyone to download. These files are created by Stock Graphic Designs and are perfect to use as a base for your own calendar designs. They...
View ArticlePremium Vector Pack – Retro Women
We have a new set of vector illustrations available exclusively for Vector Premium members. Crafted by the group over at Designious, you will find a great selection vector illustrations in this set...
View ArticleQuick Tip: The Real Deal on Creating Chrome!
Vector drawing programs often supply templates for metallic finishes, but they can look like soft bands of blue and grey (silver) or yellow and brown (gold). Today I’m going to show you how to put a...
View ArticleInterview with Oleg Rogoznev
"Everything needs time" — These words were said by Oleg Rogoznev, an outstanding Russian illustrator, working in the genre of photo realistic vectors. Read more about him in this interview. Q Hello...
View ArticleHow to Create a Fancy Gift Bow using Adobe Illustrator
In this tutorial you will learn how to create a realistic image of a gift bow using the Mesh Tool. With many uses including greeting cards, designs and even web banners, I’m sure you’ll find many uses...
View ArticleHow to Create a Slimline eBook Reader
In this tutorial you will learn how to illustrate your own eBook Reader, using Rectangle, Pen and Offset Path. If you have Adobe Illustrator CS5, you can also learn the new features, the Perspective...
View ArticleConstruct a Cute Character Driven Scene – Vector Premium Tutorial
We have another great Vector Premium tutorial available for Premium members today. If you want to learn how to create an illustration filled with super happy characters, then this tutorial is for you....
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