This Specialization is intended for aspiring and practicing designers seeking to develop professional Adobe Illustrator skills. Through three engaging courses, you will cover foundational tools, advanced pen techniques, and workflow-boosting shortcuts—equipping you to create illustrations, logos, and vector artwork with confidence. Taught by expert instructors Khara Plicanic, Kyle Aaron Parson, and Jon Brommet, this Specialization guides you from beginner to proficient designer.

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Adobe Illustrator Essentials Specialization
Master Adobe Illustrator for Pro Design. Build skills in vector design, illustration, and advanced Illustrator workflows.

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Confidently use the Pen Tool to create clean, smooth vector paths
Build and refine illustrations using layers, strokes, fills, brushes, and color palettes
Optimize your Illustrator workflow using shortcuts, Pathfinder tools, and advanced masking techniques
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