New Illustrator Tutorials: Pathfinder Tool, Offsetting Paths, and Link / Embedding Images

We just came out with three new Illustrator tutorials. Check them out!

Link vs. Embed Images

Combining Multiple Shapes into One – Pathfinder Tool

Offset Path Tool

We just came out with three new Illustrator tutorials.

 

Link vs. Embed Images

When you place an image into Illustrator, you can choose to link or embed the image. Learn the pros and cons of each and and how you can better manage your images.

 

Combining Multiple Shapes into One – Pathfinder Tool

Learn how to combine multiple shapes into one using the Pathfinder Tool in Illustrator.

 

Offset Path Tool

One of the most useful tools when creating graphics in Illustrator is the Offset Path Tool. There are many ways the offset path tool can be used. Learn how to use the Offset Path tool and some specific scenarios in which it can be useful.

 

 

Below are some other Illustrator basics you can use with these tutorials in order to create some great graphics.

Wrapping a pattern around a circular path

 

Type On a Path – Wrapping text around a circle

 

Cut out a shape from another – Pathfinder Tool

 

 

If you’re looking for a more robust and full course on Illustrator, check this out: Illustrator Fundamentals

 
 

And below are some tutorials that help you apply some of these skills to real graphics and illustrations.

 

Create an Album Cover: Andy Warhol Style

 

Car In Illustrator: Create a 240Z

 

Create an Album Cover: Blue Note Jazz Design

 

Comic Book Art in Photoshop

(yes it says Photoshop but there are some Illustrator components)