CREATE CLEAN 3D TEXT WITH A LENSE BLUR IN ILLUSTRATOR

This is a really simple tutorial on how to create some really effective 3d text with a blur for a great finished look.STEP 1: (Creating a background)Draw a square using your square tool (the dimensions above are 420px x 420px).Give it a gradient of 90% black to white (using the linear option)Play around with the opacity of your square to get the perfect...

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MAKING HIGH GLOSS WEB/INTERFACE BUTTONS IN ILLUSTRATOR

Follow these steps to make your very own web/interface buttons, it's a great way to get a site look thats is clean and up to date.STEP 1:Draw a circle using your circle tool.Duplicate your circle. (copy, paste)Using your pen tool, draw a curved line, cutting your circle into two pieces. (this will be for creating the glossy effect)Use the 'DIVIDE'...

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CREATING A STRONG LOGO IN ILLUSTRATOR

Every designer has their own process when it comes to creating a logo, this method is really easy and time efficient.STEP1: Asking the right questionsI'ts very important to get as much useful information out of your client as possible, so make sure to ask questions that will help you graphically. Keep it simple! You don't need to know their monthly...

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