In the following tutorial you will learn how to create a simple set of switch buttons. First, we’ll use the Rectangle Tool along with the Rounded Corners and the Drop Shadow effects to create the shapes behind the button. For the button we’ll use a mesh, some Pathfinder options and two simple strokes.
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In this tutorial we’ll be creating a slot machine in Adobe Illustrator. We’ll build it from simple vector shapes, then color it, use the Appearance panel to add effects, use symbols, and apply the symbol tools. We’ll end up with a nice vector slot machine. Let’s get started!
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In 2009 we launched our Facebook fan page, four years and lots of posts and comments later we’re proud to announce that we now have over 30,000 fans! To celebrate this milestone Vectortuts+ is giving away some fantastic prizes, including a grand prize of a 1-year membership to Tuts+ Premium! Find out more at the jump.
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In the following tutorial you will learn how to create a vector tape measure. Learn to use professional pixel perfect vector shape building techniques, break shapes apart as needed with Pathfinder tools, and color your graphic elements with highlights and gradients, resulting in a metallic tape measure illustration.
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Each month, we bring together a selection of the best tutorials and articles from across the whole Tuts+ network. Whether you’d like to read the top posts from your favourite site, or would like to start learning something completely new, this is the best place to start!
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Follow this tutorial and learn how to create a 3D newspaper text effect using the Extrude & Bevel effect and the Map Art option. We will create all the pieces of newspaper with the help of the Area Type Tool and save them as symbols. We’ll then give this effect a discreet old look by using the Note Paper effect. We will also work with graphic styles to speed up the workflow, so let’s begin!
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Just because you missed that awesome conference, doesn’t mean that you can’t still watch the lectures! This weekend we’re sharing an interesting talk by data artist, Jer Thorp at TEDxVancouver. In this talk, Jer shares his moving projects, from graphing an entire year’s news cycle, to mapping the way people share articles across the internet.
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We’re excited to let you know about our all-new Facebook page designs, and we’re kicking off a big promotion to offer lots of awesome content for our Facebook fans! Read on to find out how to access our exclusive tutorials, book discounts, and all-new wallpaper pack…
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In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to make a cool, or should we say geeky, glasses icon. You should be versed in Adobe Illustrator’s tools to complete this tutorial. You’ll learn how to take creative license and create an illustration that uses a photo reference, but differs a bit in the final design.
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Today we have a unique Tuts+ Premium Pack, which is created in Illustrator by Anastasiia Kucherenko. It’s filled with 16 illustrated vegetables and fruit. Each is completely vector, available in AI and EPS formats. Log in or Join Now to get this exclusive download. Learn more at the jump!
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