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Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 1

$795 | 2-Day Course

Master Illustrator fundamentals and create stunning vector artwork from scratch.

Course Overview

The Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 1 course introduces students to the Illustrator interface and foundational tools for creating vector-based artwork.

The class will cover the following topics:
  • Working with the Illustrator interface and customizing workspaces
  • Using selection tools and Smart Guides to manipulate artwork
  • Creating vector shapes, paths, and combining elements for logo design
  • Editing and transforming shapes using precision tools
  • Drawing with the Pen tool including curved and straight paths
  • Applying and managing colors using Illustrator's color tools
  • Adding and formatting type including area and point text
  • Organizing artwork using the Layers panel and sublayers

This course is ideal for beginners or self-taught users seeking a strong foundation in Illustrator, including PC and Mac users on Adobe CC or CS6 platforms.

Illustrator Training

TARGETED FOR: Graphic Designer | Graphic Artist | UI Designer

Learn from Professional Instructors and move forward in your field with industry-aligned Illustrator training.

+ Full Course Details
Overview
  • This class covers a thorough review of the Illustrator interface including how to use tools and panels, and how to customize and save workspaces.
  • You will learn how to set up documents and save document presets, use multiple artboards, and navigate and zoom in and out as needed as you create illustrations.
  • You will also learn to use the selection and drawing tools to create basic shapes and paths, and then combine them to create more complex drawings.
  • The class covers point and area type, styles, and creating type on a path.
  • Includes lessons on using the Layers panel to organize designs and create layout versions.
Objective
  • To build a solid understanding of Adobe Illustrator CC's interface and toolset.
  • To create vector illustrations using paths, shapes, and text.
  • To effectively manage layers and apply color and type in design workflows.
Target Student
  • Beginners or self-taught Illustrator users who want to establish a strong foundation.
  • Anyone seeking to enhance design skills for print or digital artwork.
  • Experienced users looking to fill knowledge gaps in Illustrator Core Skills Level 1.
Prerequisites
  • Basic computer and file management skills, such as opening, copying, and saving files.
  • Ability to manage and switch between application windows.
  • No prior Adobe Illustrator experience is required.
+ Course Delivery Format
Virtual Instructor-Led

All of our Public Classes are taught by a virtual live instructor. How it works is a live instructor conducts the class from a remote location regardless if you attend at one of the local training centers or if you attend remotely.

For of Private Group Training classes we can arrange to have the instructor conduct the class live at your location. Need Group Training?

+ What's Included

  • Professional Instructor Delivery - You will learn with our expert trainers with over 15 years of experience.
  • Free Course Materials - You will receive free reference materials for your class.
  • Small Class Sizes - Our classes are limited to 12 students, so you have plently of opportunity to ask questions and get feedback from the instructor.
  • Free Repeat - If you need a refresher your are able to retake the class free of charge within one year of your original class date.
  • Hands-On Training - Our classes are designed for you work hands on during the session so can stay engaged and really learn the material.
  • Certificate of Completion - Each student will receive a certificate of completion after completing the course.

+ Course Outline
  • Getting to Know the Work Area

  • Open an Adobe Illustrator file.

  • Work with the toolbar, Properties panel, and Task bar.

  • Move the toolbar.

  • Customize the toolbar.

  • Work with panels.

  • Scale the Illustrator interface.

  • Reset and save your workspace.

  • Use view options to change the display magnification.

  • Pan with the Navigator panel.

  • Rotate the canvas view.

  • Navigate multiple artboards.

  • Arrange multiple documents.

  • Techniques for Selecting Artwork

  • Discover the various selection tools and use selection techniques.

  • Recognize Smart Guides.

  • Save selections for future use.

  • Hide, lock, and unlock items.

  • Use tools and commands to align shapes and points to each other and the artboard.

  • Group items.

  • Work in Isolation mode.

  • Arrange objects.

  • Make a Logo with Shapes

  • Create a new document.

  • What is a bleed?

  • Use tools and commands to create a variety of shapes.

  • Understand Live Shapes.

  • Create rounded corners.

  • Discover other ways to round corners.

  • Work with drawing modes.

  • Editing and Combining Shapes and Paths

  • Cut with the Scissors tool.

  • Join paths.

  • Work with the Knife tool.

  • Work with the Eraser tool

  • Transforming Artwork

  • Add, edit, rename, and reorder artboards in an existing document.

  • Navigate artboards.

  • Change the order of artboards.

  • Work with rulers and guides.

  • Edit the ruler origin.

  • Position objects with precision.

  • Move, scale, rotate, and shear objects using a variety of methods.

  • Drawing with the Pen Tool

  • Draw straight and curved lines with the Pen tool.

  • Edit curved and straight lines.

  • Add and delete anchor points.

  • Convert between smooth points and corner points

  • Using Color to Enhance Artwork

  • Understand color modes and the main color controls.

  • Create, edit, and apply colors using a variety of methods.

  • Name and save colors.

  • Copy and paste appearance attributes from one object to another.

  • Adding Type to a Project

  • Create and edit area and point type.

  • Import and thread text.

  • Change text formatting.

  • Fix missing fonts.

  • Vertically align area type.

  • Create columns of text.

  • Organizing Your Artwork with Layers

  • Work with the Layers panel.

  • Create, rearrange, and lock layers and sublayers.

  • Name content.

  • Locate objects in the Layers panel.

  • Move objects between layers.

+ Prerequisites

Please check the course description to find prerequisite information.

+ Related Courses

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You have the option to retake this class one time within a year of your original class date.

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Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 1 10/27/2025 – 10/28/2025 10:00AM-4:45PM EST Local/Remote $795.00
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Related Illustrator Instructor-Led Courses

Click Class Title for Dates and Details Days Course Fee
Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 23$795
Adobe CC Graphic Design Bootcamp5$1995

As part of our commitment to supporting learners at every stage, we’re working to develop a library of free Illustrator tutorials designed to help you tackle common tasks and workflows. We understand that not every situation calls for a full course, so these resources offer quick, practical guidance to help you get the job done efficiently.

Available Illustrator On-Demand Courses

Course Title (Click For Details) Course Fee
Adobe Illustrator On-Demand Complete (Levels 1 & 2)$495
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