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Ryan Putnam (Rype) is a professional vector illustrator and master of Adobe Illustrator. He runs the blog Vectips.
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Create a Super Happy Octopus Character

Rype on Feb 9th 2012 with 152 comments

A few times a each month we revisit some of our reader’s favorite posts from throughout the history of Vectortuts+. This tutorial by Ryan Putnam of Vectips was first published in June 24th, 2008. This is one of the first tutorials we posted on the site and is a great way to get started with shape building in Illustrator to create cute, fun-lovin’ characters. If you haven’t done this tutorial yet, then get to it now!

In Illustrator it’s really easy to create fun characters with some simple shapes and the Pathfinder Panel. In the following tutorial I will explain how to create a Happy Octopus Character. You can use these techniques and elements to create whatever character you want!

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How to Create a Trendy Retro Type Treatment

Rype on Oct 7th 2011 with 88 comments

A few times a each month we revisit some of our reader’s favorite posts from throughout the history of Vectortuts+. This tutorial by Rype was first published on September 11th 2008.

In this Illustrator tutorial, I’ll show you how to create a trendy retro type treatment with a free font, gradients, blends, and some scatter brushes. It’s a relative easy tutorial containing techniques that can be quickly applied to many other type treatments and various graphic elements.

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This entry is part 21 of 22 in the Vector Text Effects Session
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How to Create a Cute Bunny Vector Character

Rype on Aug 19th 2011 with 71 comments

A few times a each month we revisit some of our reader’s favorite posts from throughout the history of Vectortuts+. This tutorial by Rype was first published on November 17th 2008.

In this Illustrator tutorial, I will show you how to create a cute bunny character. This tutorial uses simple shapes and gradients that are easy to apply to other character illustrations. The great thing about his tutorial is you don’t have to be an amazing artist to create it! Check Chris Spooner’s post 70 Cute and Cheeky Vector Animal Characters for more character inspiration.

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A Comprehensive Guide: Illustrator’s Paintbrush Tool and Brush Panel

Rype on Jul 15th 2011 with 50 comments

A few times a each month we revisit some of our reader’s favorite posts from throughout the history of Vectortuts+. This tutorial by Ryan Putnam was first published on September 20th 2008.

Illustrator’s Paintbrush Tool (B) and Brush Panel are some of it’s most powerful tools. With the Paintbrush Tool (B) and Brush Panel you can dress up your vector paths into compelling flourishes, patterns, tapered edges, and more. In this tutorial, I will break down the basics of the Paintbrush Tool and Brush Panel and show you how to create your own brushes.

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This entry is part 4 of 12 in the Guides to Illustrator Tools Session
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Creating an Environmentally Friendly Green Type Treatment

Rype on May 20th 2011 with 263 comments

A few times a each month we revisit some of our reader’s favorite posts from throughout the history of Vectortuts+. This tutorial by Rype was first published on July 21st 2008.

With oil prices the way they are today, everybody is thinking Green. I have done many projects recently that require a Green style applied to the design. In the following Illustrator tutorial, I’ll teach you how to create a Green type treatment. It works great for logos and other design elements.

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This entry is part 22 of 22 in the Vector Text Effects Session
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How to Create a Vector Sketchbook

Rype on Mar 25th 2011 with 49 comments

A few times a each month we revisit some of our reader’s favorite posts from throughout the history of Vectortuts+. This tutorial by Rype was first published on May 4th 2009.

In this tutorial, I will show you how to create a customizable vector sketchbook. This intermediate tutorial uses some basic shapes, Shear transforms, and Effects to create a leather texture. Let’s get started!

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How to Create a Textured Vector Landscape

Rype on Feb 25th 2011 with 45 comments

A few times a each month we revisit some of our reader’s favorite posts from throughout the history of Vectortuts+. This tutorial by Rype was first published on October 31st 2008.

In this tutorial, I will show you how to create a stylized textured vector landscape. The techniques are simple and easily translated into other illustrations. Check out Chris Spooners post 40 Stunning Vector Landscape Illustrations for more vector landscape inspiration.

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Create a Happy-Bright, Children’s Coloring Book Cover – Vector Premium Tutorial

Rype on Jul 8th 2009 with 10 comments

We have another great Vector Plus tutorial available exclusively for Plus members today. If you want to learn how to create a children’s coloring book cover from sketch to finished vector art, then we have an awesome tutorial for you. Learn more about this tutorial at the jump!

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How to Create a Smokin’ Western Type Treatment in Illustrator

Rype on Jun 15th 2009 with 34 comments

In this easy tutorial, I will show you how to create a western type treatment primary using Illustrator’s Effects. Using the effects from this tutorial, you can easily apply them to other type treatment and logos. Let’s get started!

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This entry is part 16 of 22 in the Vector Text Effects Session
How to Create an Identity Package in Illustrator

How to Create an Identity Package in Illustrator

Rype on May 19th 2009 with 38 comments

In this Illustrator CS4 tutorial I’ll show you how to create an Identity Package including: business cards, letterhead, and envelopes, all in Illustrator. In the tutorial you will set up your document, design the identity package, and learn best practices for proofing and sending to the printer. This tutorial will focus more on setting up your document to create this package, rather than focusing on the creative aspects of the design.

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