Mastering Geometric Grid-Based Designs in Adobe Illustrator
Learn a Range of Illustrator Tools & Techniques to Efficiently Create Precise Geometric Designs & Boost Your Creativity
What you will learn
How to get the most out of Illustrator tools and speed up your workflow when devising precise custom grids.
A range of techniques for developing shape-based and linear designs based on geometric grids.
Design principles and considerations to help you push the boundaries of your creativity.
How to methodically develop and tackle creating geometric designs one step at a time.
Creating a range of standard but versatile geometric grids.
Using geometric grids as a creative instrument.
How to set up your Adobe Illustrator document and preferences to have an efficient workflow.
How to add more personality to your geometric designs by styling them in a number of different ways.
Tips & tricks for creating surface patterns based on your geometric designs.
How to troubleshoot and finalise your designs to prepare them for output.
Why take this course?
🌟 Mastering Geometric Grid-Based Designs in Adobe Illustrator: Your Journey to Creative Excellence! 🎨
Course Overview:
Embark on a creative odyssey with our Mastering Geometric Grid-Based Designs in Adobe Illustrator course, where you'll unlock the full potential of your design skills. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this comprehensive course will guide you through the nuances of geometric designs, offering a blend of foundational knowledge and advanced techniques tailored for all levels. 🔍
What You'll Learn:
Level Up Your Illustrator Skills:
- Dive into a range of Illustrator tools & techniques, from beginner to advanced, that will elevate your precision and speed in creating geometric designs. 🚀
- Master the art of working with precision and efficiency, allowing you to focus on the most fun and creative aspects of design. 🎨
- Learn how to create and manipulate custom geometric grids, which serve as a powerful foundation for your work. 📐
Your Instructor: Evgeniya Righini-Brand
With over 5 years of teaching experience at the university level and having reached thousands of students online, Evgeniya Righini-Brand is here to lead you through the intricacies of geometric design. Her special tips, tricks, and workflows will transform the way you approach design in Illustrator. 🏫✨
Course Highlights:
- Flexible Learning Framework: Whether your style is minimalistic or elaborate, this course provides a robust framework to create an array of designs including surface patterns, print designs, illustrations, graphic art, digital lettering, custom typefaces, packaging designs, logos*, and infographics. 🎭
- Versatile Techniques: Learn how to use document settings, Illustrator preferences, and a variety of tools to create both shape-based and line-based geometric designs with personality. 🛠️
- From Concept to Completion: Gain insights on finalizing your designs and preparing them for output, ensuring you have a complete workflow from start to finish. ✅
Course Benefits:
- Real-World Applications: The skills you'll acquire are not just theoretical; they're practical tools that will enhance your design projects immediately.
- Time-Saving Tips: Discover how to save time and energy by creating custom grids that can be reused for various design needs. ⏳
- Creative Inspiration: Experience a meditative and satisfying process that will help you produce content suitable for any type of design project, long after the class exercises are completed. 🌈
What Our Students Say:
👩🏫 "A truly fantastic teacher... I recommend this class to anyone wanting to explore grids, geometric shapes, and master Adobe Illustrator." - Sara
🎓 "I wish I had been able to take this class years ago. It's comprehensive and easy to understand with lots of basic know-how, advanced tips and tricks, and advice on creating grid-based designs in Illustrator." - Elspeth
🎉 "You're given a lot of tools, resources, and inspiration that will have you making geometric designs long after the class exercises." - Maria
Ready to Start Your Design Adventure? 🚀
Join us now and let Evgeniya guide you through the fascinating world of geometric grid-based design. With Adobe Illustrator as your toolkit, you're all set to embark on a journey of creative discovery and technical mastery. Enroll in the course today and create designs that will leave a lasting impression! 🖌️💫
Note: In this course, we focus on creating custom grids as systems of various adjacent modules. While the techniques discussed can be applied to create any type of geometric design, the emphasis will be on structured grid-based designs rather than freehand geometric shapes typically used in logo creation. Let's dive into the world of precision and creativity together! 🌟
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Our review
🌟 Overall Course Rating: 4.35/5
Based on recent reviews, it's clear that the course has been well-received by a majority of students. The content is considered top-notch and professionally presented, with many learners expressing gratitude for the detailed tutorials and inspiring examples provided. The course's focus on Adobe Illustrator and geometric grid-based designs has been particularly praised, with some users suggesting additional content to further enhance the learning experience.
Pros:
- 🎓 High-Quality Content: Reviews consistently highlight the professional manner in which the content is presented. The examples shown are very inspiring and useful for learners.
- 🛠️ Detailed Instructions: The tutorials are described as detailed, with instructors like Evgeniya emphasizing even the minutest details. This level of detail is appreciated by learners who use Illustrator frequently.
- 🌍 International Appeal: Despite some challenges with accents and language barriers, learners from various backgrounds find the course valuable and enjoyable, with some going as far as to call it an "eye-opener."
- 📚 Resourceful: The resources provided are seen as a great addition to the learning experience, even though some users suggest that additional resources, like the grids used in videos, could be included.
- 🎨 Creative and Practical Skills: The course is not just theoretical; it provides practical skills that learners can apply immediately, leading to great effects with simple tricks.
- 🌱 Room for Growth: Some users point out that while the grid part of the course is excellent, they expect more detailed explanations on how to create complex designs based on these grids.
Cons:
- 🤓 Keeping Focus: A small number of learners find it challenging to stay focused due to the instructor's voice or presentation style that can seem drab at times.
- 🚀 Learner Engagement: Some users suggest incorporating guided course tasks to enhance learning and provide a more interactive experience.
- 📚 Resource Material Improvement: While the resource material is appreciated, users recommend that future updates could include more structured tasks or exercises to guide learners through the application of techniques learned.
Additional Notes:
- The course's approach is concise and to the point, which some learners prefer over step-by-step tutorials.
- The instructor's knowledge and conciseness are commended, with learners emphasizing the importance of applying the knowledge imparted.
- Users who have been using Illustrator for several years find this course particularly beneficial and highly recommend it.
- The instructor's ability to make complex topics understandable is a significant strength of the course.
In summary, this course is an excellent resource for learners looking to improve their skills in Adobe Illustrator with a focus on grid-based designs. While there are areas for improvement in terms of learner engagement and resource material, the overall feedback is extremely positive, indicating that the course provides significant value to its students.