T Illustration Techniques: Realism
This week we finish up the illustration portion of Illustrator techniques
dx/Illustration: Realism
Realistic illustration with Illustrator is easy if you master a few basic techniques. Today, we work on creating real looking products using just basic blends and gradients. Do these two: #1 and #2.
Further Study:
Speed up even more in the video's settings-
H Illustration Techniques: Blending with the Freeform Gradient Tool
Lecture: The Design Process
In class, on the board. This is what you need to follow and create interim steps for inclusion in your design writeup for the midterm and final.
Expert Tip: The design process was demonstrated, take the time to reinforce your memory by watching the below vids.
dx/Illustration: Freeform Gradient Tool
Follow the video tutorial below. You will need to create your own peaches, they don't have to be exact. just create something close to what is there so you can apply the freeform gradient.
Study Guide for Quiz 5
Know what process colors are.
Know what separations are.
Understand what is and what causes a moire pattern.
Understand the difference between a tint and a spot color.
Understand the usage of a spot color.
Know what a duotone is.
Know what embossing is.
Understand what the Link option does.