One small improvement in Adobe Illustrator CS6 can lead to new worlds of creativity opening up. Iain Anderson explores the new gradient to stroke feature in detail.
Creating text paths from shapes in Adobe Illustrator can be a lot of fun. No need to stop there though. Learn how to create image paths from text with David Smith, Adobe Certified Trainer.
Understanding blending paths can open up a world of creative possibilities in Illustrator CS5. David Smith shows how to create a retro, Hanna Barbera style graphic using blending paths
Got a logo that needs re-coloring'¦ but you only have the Bitmap (not .EPS) version? Have no fear. David Smith shows you how to make make this work well in Adobe Illustrator.
David Smith, Adobe certified Trainer, explores one of the design concepts behind the best and most successful icons you see on iOS, OS X, and well'¦everywhere else!
Finding shapes for your design projects doesn't always require opening your wallet and browsing 3rd party libraries. Toby Pitman shows the way to a creative, DIY path using InDesign.
So you've created excellent, pixel-perfect vectors in Illustrator. What next? Import them into Photoshop with ease. In this tip (with project files included) learn how to use Vector Masks in PS CS5.
I've written quite a few tutorials recently on Photoshop, and while most have "how-to" pieces, focused on pulling off certain effects, a handful have been more on the productivity side of things, like
A lot of users begin digging into Illustrator and either don't like it, find it difficult to use, or don't really understand exactly what's happening. I put together this article to help explain some
Understanding the differences between Illustrator and Photoshop can range from confusing to downright frustrating for those who are new to graphics and image editing. Which application should you use