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We have another great Vector Premium tutorial available exclusively for Premium members today. If you want to learn how to create characters using depth of field effects with Illustrator and a touch of Photoshop, then we have an awesome tutorial for you. In this tutorial, we’ll create a rockin’ octopus with arms reaching out toward the viewer. Learn more about this tutorial at the jump!
This Vector Premium Tutorial is Filled with Creative Instruction
When it comes to simulating three dimensional depth in your illustrations, the Blend Tool is your new best friend. Watch and be amazed at the power of Illustrator CS3 as it reaches through your monitor and, with defiance, and slaps you in the face with it’s subtle charm and versatility. Along with the blend tool, we’ll be using other tools and tricks to create this illustration.
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Premium members can Log in and Download! Otherwise, Join Now! Below are some sample images, which show the development of this character illustration throughout the tutorial.
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It’s So cool! Thanks for good tutorial.
Thanks laberso. Did you try it out? Let me know if it was well written and easy to follow.
Very intriguing effect. I’m sure the tut is great!
Nice tutorial. Useful for me.
Great Tutorial! Thanks.
Ahhh its tempting. To be or not to be, a plus member that is of ofcourse.
Wow, nice effect, I love the depth and the gradient effects.
Would it not be possible to pay only occasionaly for 1 specific tut?
The way you have created the tantacles is so cool. It’s a normal way to do it, but you’ve used it with wisdom, maybe it’s because of the gradient.
Anyway, you did a great job! The only problem is that I’m not a plus member…
He used the blend tool with 2 spheres and a path.
Cya!
Whoah. That is such a cool image!
It’s amazing what you can do with blends.
Thanks for sharing this! The octopus looks cool (and pretty intimidating too!)