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Chapter 1 - Getting Started with Illustrator

Chapter Objectives

   

  • Create a new document
  • Explore the Illustrator window
  • Create basic shapes
  • Apply fill and stroke colors to objects
  • Select, move and align objects
  • Transform objects
  • Make Direct Selections

  • Complete the following assignments before the next class period

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    1. Read through Chapter 1 and complete Lessons 1-7, The Lay of the Land, Basic Shapes, Window Workout, Direct Selection (minor grades)
    2. Read Chapter 1 Power Point (minor grade)
    3.  Assignments: (major grades)

    Activities

    Skills Review "Flag" 
    Project Builder 1 "Window Sign"
    Project Builder 2 "Iris Vision Design" 
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    File Attachments:
    1. Chapter 1 Power Point for Getting Started with Illustrator Chapter 1 Power Point for Getting Started with Illustrator
    Web Links:
    1. Bittbox Free Brushes Bittbox Free Brushes
    2. Illustrator Brushes Illustrator Brushes
    3. More with Bittbox More with Bittbox
    4. Web Site Tips Tutorials Web Site Tips Tutorials
    Author: Esperanza Traino
    Last modified: 4/23/2012 9:27 AM (EST)