Illustrator CC: Level 1   

Competencies:

• Navigate the document and identify and select tools from the tools panel 
• Make selections using selection tools and use layers to organize and modify your work 
• Create basic shapes such as rectangles, circles and stars 
• Develop custom shapes
• Apply color using swatches and patterns 
• Use saving techniques for print and web 
• Develop and apply gradients, gradient mesh and blends
• Create and use type

Illustrator is a powerful vector illustration tool used to create artwork for the Web and print media. Topics: creating and editing shapes, drawing with the pen tool, using live trace and live paint, creating and manipulating color and fill swatches, and working with brushes.

Bring a USB flash drive (minimum 2 GB) to class.

Prerequisite:

• Strong working knowledge of your computer’s operating system with the ability to create and rename files and folders and navigate through multiple drives and directories.