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We have another great Vector Premium tutorial available exclusively for Premium members today. If you want to learn how to craft a custom newspaper icon in Illustrator, then we have an awesome tutorial for you. In this tutorial, Jonathan takes us through the process of using Illustrator’s tools to construct this icon. Learn more about this tutorial at the jump!
This Vector Premium Tutorial is Filled with Creative Instruction
Extra, extra read all about it! Learn how to create a newspaper icon in this detailed icon step by step in this tutorial. This tut explains how to use an interesting combination of Illustrator tools to make this design. A professional workflow is covered, and you’ll learn how to achieve high-quality results!
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Tutorial Details
- Program: Adobe Illustrator
- Version: CS3
- Difficulty: Advanced
- Estimated Completion Time: 3.5 Hours
This is a Fun and Detailed Tutorial
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i’d like to have plus to see that!
Very very clean end result. Not a huge fan of the couple shadow splotches put on top, but the rest is top notch!
Yeah, the shadow’s could’ve been a bit softer and shaped differently.
Great techniques for so many other uses. I love being a Plus member. Best 9 bucks I ever spent. It’s a deal.
What a cool icon that would certainly would come in handy on a blog. Just from seeing the previews, I’m really curious as to how it’s made.
Awesome tutorial. This would deff come in mad handy!
Just because I don’t have plus…
Thanks guys!
Nice. i just looked to the final work. and think step by step coz i dont have plus.
READ ALL ABOUT IT…READ ALL ABOUT IT…
this looks great, simple little effect with the shading but very effective. Keep those illustrator tips coming.
Thanks for this (and all your other) tuts. Great work Jonathan!
If you don’t mind me asking, how long does it take someone of your experience to conceptualize and create an icon like this – total time?
i think i need plus membership now :S
+ membership is great for tutorials like these. I think I might take a photo of a real issue of the Times and sub it in for the example given. GREAT TUT.
Some really nice illustrations on your home page there Jonathon.