Adobe Illustrator Bootcamp

Illustrator Classes in New York City

From logos to patterns, from packaging to type, we’ll teach you lots of what Illustrator can do. You’ll create numerous graphics in class, using the standard drawing tools, the Pen tool, type, compound paths, effects, layers, masks, patterns, blends, colors, and more.

Mastering Illustrator’s vector Pen tool isn’t the most intuitive process, but using our drawing templates, we’ll help you to learn how to master this tool. We’ll also show you ways to easily create complex shapes out of easy to draw basic components. In the end you’ll be able to use these graphics and techniques on any graphic, whether it’s for print or web.

Take this class with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and our project-based Graphic Design Fundamentals course to earn a New York-licensed Graphic Design Certificate.

If you only have one day to spare, check out our 6-hour Illustrator workshop.

18 Hours
Mac or PC provided
Book included
Free retake

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NYC or Live Online

What You’ll Learn

Create many different types of graphics: from logos to patterns, from packaging to type, and much more.
Use the Pen tool with our drawing templates. They will help you through the process of creating digital drawings.
Create vector graphics for both web and print.

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Adobe Illustrator Bootcamp Class Syllabus

What You’ll Learn

Section 1

Straight Lines

Topics

Using the Pen Tool
Adjusting the Workspace
Arranging Objects
Color Fills

Curves

Topics

Drawing Curves (Pen Tool)
Anchor Points and Direction Points
Default Fill and Stroke

Corners and Curves

Topics

Drawing Corners and Curves (Pen Tool)
Adjusting Anchor Points

Section 2

No Smoking Sign

Topics

Fill and Stroke
Basic Shape Tools
Grouping Objects
Layers Panel
Working with Templates
Saving Illustrator Files: Options

Super Hero

Topics

Live Trace and Live Paint
Tracing Hand-Drawn Images
Coloring Live Paint Objects
Brushes
Flare Tool

Section 3

What’s Behind the Green Door?

Topics

Compound Paths
Group Selection Tool

Mask Till You Drop

Topics

Clipping Masks (Shapes)
Blob Brush Tool
Eraser Tool
Reflect Tool

Masking with Type

Topics

Type Tool
Clipping Masks (Editable Type)
Filling Text with a Photo
Placing Linked Images

3D Shape: Milk Duds Box

Topics

3D Extrude & Bevel
Creating Symbols from Artwork
Mapping Symbols onto 3D Objects
Lighting and Shadows for 3D Objects

Section 4

Will It Blend?

Topics

Blend Tool
Blending Options

Wavy Line Blend

Topics

Blending Lines
Reflect Tool
Rotate Tool

Juggling Colors and Gradients

Topics

Dashed Lines and Stroke Options
Saving Colors as Swatches
Blending Modes
Gradient Tool
Saving Gradient Swatches

Combining Shapes with the Pathfinder

Topics

Merging Paths (Pathfinder)
Transparency Options
Grouping Objects

Section 5

Patterns

Topics

Creating and Applying Pattern Swatches
Scaling and Rotating Patterns
Working with Layers
Align Panel

One-Page Advertisement

Topics

Working with Type
Text and Character Options
Adding a Drop Cap
Type on a Path
Text Wrap
Fill Text with a Pattern

Stylin’ Effects

Topics

Using the Appearance Panel
Transparency
Blending Modes
Drop Shadows
Arrowheads

Appearance and Graphic Styles

Topics

Graphic Styles
Appearance Panel
Multiple Fills
Auto-sizing Text Boxes

Section 6

Illustrating a Shirt Design

Topics

Using Photoshop and Illustrator Together
Creating/Editing Clipping Masks
Compound Paths

Layers, Artboards & Recoloring Artwork

Topics

Adding and Removing Layers
Creating and Using Multiple Artboards
Recoloring Artwork
Converting CMYK Art to Spot Colors

Use Layers and Live Color to quickly make big changes.
Learn the Brush tool, Live Trace, and its cousin Live Paint.
Use styles to keep your designs consistent and flexible.
Learn to use Colors, Gradients, Blend Modes, and Strokes.
Get going with Clipping Masks and Blob Brushes.
Master package design with 3D Effects.
Learn Compound Paths and Group Selection.
Learn to use Photoshop and Illustrator together to get the best of both worlds.
After this exercise your Illustrator skills WILL be smokin’.

Learn Adobe Illustrator in Hands-on Courses

This Illustrator course will have you using professional techniques to create scalable typography, logos, and graphics for print and web. Importantly, you’ll learn how to master the Pen tool and learn how to create complex shapes out of easy to draw basic components. Learn these skills with hands-on exercises in small classes led by a leading Adobe Illustrator instructor.

Create Scalable Graphics, Logos, Typography for Print or Web in Illustrator

Adobe Illustrator

Illustrator is an Adobe application used for creating logos, patterns, packaging, and other types of vector graphics.

Vector Drawing & the Pen Tool Patterns Masking

Learn to Master Illustrator’s Pen Tool

“Mastering the pen tool has always eluded me, and Michele showed me the basics in a way that I can practice and build on this vital Illustrator skill.”
Carmen Yazejian, Network9

Class material covers Illustrator's Pen tool

Learn, then Practice Teaching Method

Learn Illustrator by creating numerous graphics including logos, patterns, and packaging. First by watching a short instructor demo, then by practicing through step-by-step exercises included in our custom workbook.

Adobe certified instructor teaches student hands-on Illustrator

Professional Illustrator Instructors

“Learning from professionals who have practical and personal knowledge of the applications proved to be extremely helpful. The instructor used real-life scenarios to illustrate the lessons and demonstrated more than one way to complete a task. I feel better equipped to navigate the program on my own, not just qualified to repeat the exercises which were covered in class.”
Amy D. Harkins

Students learning Illustrator in class at Noble Desktop

“If Illustrator leaves you in the dark, let Noble Desktop be your torch. The classes are very well taught, easy to follow along, and the instructor very helpful, and friendly. You can count on me coming back for more classes. THANK YOU”

Luis Pimentel

Loved Noble's teaching method to learn Illustrator
“I was always intimidated by Adobe Illustrator and never properly learned the program. After taking the Noble Desktop class I started using it immediately in my concepts and designs. It is a valuable program to know and Michele taught the class in a simplified and easy to use manner. I highly recommend it.”

Victoria Greiss

Creative Director
“This class was very comprehensive for three days -- I learned so much about Illustrator! The instructor was perfect: knowledgeable, attentive, and dynamic, delivering rather dry material with a sense of humor and fun. I'd recommend Noble Desktop courses to anyone.”

Jennifer Clark

Marketing Manager, bark Frameworks

Jennifer loved learning Illustrator from a fun, knowledgeable instructor.
“The Illustrator class was great. We covered a ton of material over the course of three quick days, and the material really filled in my knowledge gaps. I'm more confident now in my Illustrator skills...and what I can bring to my business and clients! Thanks Noble Desktop. :)”

Danielle Mehta

CEO/Creative Director
“After using Illustrator for over 15 years I now understand how to use the pen tool more efficiently and will be able to do my job faster! Fabulous class.”

Dorinda Balanecki

Director of Design, Horsman, Ltd.

Learned to master the Illustrator Pen Tool in just three days.
“I absolutely loved this class! I had no Illustrator experience going in and now I feel like an Illustrator ninja. Ethan, the instructor, moved quickly enough for those of us already experienced with other Adobe CS products, but explained everything so clearly that I think even a straight-up beginner would be able to follow along with no problems.”

Michelle Failing

Webmaster, Columbia University, Office of Communications & Public Affairs
“The class was great! I needed an Illustrator refresher course since I hadn't used it since college and needed it for my current job! I learned so much in 3 days. Michele was patient, thorough and fun. Great job! Looking forward to taking the Photoshop course!”

Dalia Ghanem

Sr. Manager, Textile Design, Hanes Brands, Inc.

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