It's no secret Illustrator is equally as overwhelming as it is empowering
Knowing how to use Illustrator well unlocks the ability to create with ease, flexibility and absolute freedom. But, the complexities of the program hold many back from being able to actually level up their skills.
This course exists to make Illustrator simple, attainable, fun and ultimately open the door to powerful creative freedom for you
What other designers think about Learn Illustrator
"I've been wanting to learn Illustrator for a long time, but it was intimidating. Lucy's course made Illustrator accessible for someone who was mainly versed in Canva.
The course gave me the confidence to get creative and try new things with a new tool. Now, I feel like I have the foundation to explore Illustrator and become a real designer."
rebecca - LEARN ILLUSTRATOR BASICS
"Lucy does an amazing job breaking down a program that’s known for being complex and making it feel digestible and approachable. The extra practice worksheets, organized course materials, and thoughtful tool demos make such a difference in understanding how everything works […]
This course absolutely sets you up for long term success, and it's the kind of resource you’ll revisit over and over throughout your design journey."
paige - LEARN ILLUSTRATOR advanced
"100% worth it! It covers everything needed in a not intimidating way as can typically can be for Adobe products. Great structure and flow, not overwhelming for the basics!
Enough to give you confidence to go in and move around, play with it and make some magic. Worksheets and resources were also fun, simple and engaging...well done, Lucy!"
ZAIDY - LEARN ILLUSTRATOR BASICS
What makes these courses special?
Simple and fluff-free
carefully crafted
additional resources
interactive learning
branding application
The Full Curriculum
0.0 INTRODUCTION
Welcome and walkthrough of how to work through this course.
1.0 the Basics
5 lessons
Workspace layout, saving files, element structure, etc.
2.0 tools
15 lessons
The most essential tools for navigation, creation and more.
3.0 milestone project #1
Use what we've learned so far to work create simple stickers.
4.0 panels
5 lessons
The key panels to know from Properties to Layers to Swatches.
5.0 actions
10 lessons
Learn to lock & hide, isolate items, place images, use guides, etc.
7.0 milestone project #2
Design a social media post together using what we've learned.
8.0 conclusion
Final thoughts and where to go from here.
enroll in the basic level
0.0 INTRODUCTION
Welcome and walkthrough of how to work through this course.
1.0 toolbars
1 lesson
Learn about using the contextual task bar.
2.0 tools
17 lessons
Advanced tools tutorials such as pencil, live paint, blend and more.
3.0 milestone project #1
Refine and complete a badge logo for our sample brand identity.
4.0 panels
18 lessons
Advanced panels such as image trace, transparency, brushes, etc.
5.0 milestone project #2
Put together a flier with me using what we've learned.
6.0 actions
32 lessons
Actions such as clipping masks, expanding, 3D, warping, and more.
7.0 milestone project #3
Fix and finalize a website page design using what we've learned
8.0 Conclusion
Final thoughts and where to go from here.
enroll in the advanced level
What all is Included?
You may be wondering…
who is this course for?
This is for anyone looking to learn how to use Adobe Illustrator at a basic and/or advanced level. Anyone who is just starting in the program or has some knowledge but wants to dive deeper into the software.
Yes! Your one time purchase will secure you access to this course for life so you can always reference back and take as long as you want to finish it.
Are payment plans available?
Yes, payment plans are available through Affirm or Afterpay at checkout.
what if i don't have adobe illustrator?
For this course, Adobe Illustrator is essential to be able to utilize the information you'll be learning. You can browse Adobe's subscription options here (students and teachers can get a discount!)
You will have access through your personal student dashboard where video lessons and files are all laid out and your progress will be saved. Additionally, any other of my courses you enroll in will be accessible there as well!
No! This course is for anyone and everyone wanting to learn Adobe Illustrator. As a brand designer, I do include some brand design-specific tips and application however the large majority of this course is simply teaching Illustrator tools and functionality in general.
Not at all. For Learn Illustrator Basics, we start as if you've never opened the program before and I'll teach you everything you need to know from there. Starting in the Advanced level would require you to have more basic knowledge of the program already established.
I will not be accessible for live feedback or discussion with this course in particular however I am reachable through email should there be any questions or concerns with your course enrollment.
