Wrapping Text Around an Image in Illustrator
Submitted by Spoon Graphics » Usually putting together a layout for a printed document would be completed in a desktop publishing package such as Adobe InDesign, however for some smaller projects like a single page article it is sometimes quicker to produce it right inside Illustrator to save switching back and forwards between applications. Using the Text Wrap feature within Adobe Illustrator you can quickly and easily format your text to harmonise with your photographs and images.
Create a Rotatable Globe in Adobe Illustrator
Submitted by Spoon Graphics » Adobe Illustrator has some nifty built in features when it comes to working in three dimensions. This example gives a quick walkthrough on using such features to create a 3D rotatable globe, allowing the earth to be revolved in order to show the desired countries and continents.
Create Your Own Spoof Airplane Safety Illustrations
Submitted by Spoon Graphics » Follow this step by step guide to creating your own illustrations, ready for the combination with comedy captions!
Translucent IM Style Illustrator Icon Tutorial
Submitted by Spoon Graphics » The shiny and glossy image of ‘Web 2.0’ is right at home when it comes to icons. Follow this Adobe Illustrator tutorial to create a scalable vector Instant Messaging style icon with the impression of a glossy and semi-translucent surface.
How to Create Intense Light Streaks in Photoshop
Submitted by Spoon Graphics » A walkthrough on how to create the trendy intense light streaks flowing around an object or person in Adobe Photoshop
Create a Colourful Abstract Wavy Ribbon
Submitted by Spoon Graphics » A simple walkthrough on how to create a colourful abstract ribbon shape in Illustrator, which can then be used as an element in your designs.
How To Create Your Own Cartoon Character
Submitted by Spoon Graphics » Follow this tutorial to create your own vector character; Freddy the Fish using Adobe Illustrator and addig the final touches in Adobe Photoshop
Photographers, Let Photoshop Do The Work
Submitted by Spoon Graphics » Last year I wrote about a nifty little feature in Photoshop called Automate Batch, which can dramatically reduce your working times when adjusting large numbers of images or photos.
Another of those useful options built right into Photoshop is the Contact Sheet generator. As with the Automate Batch, this is old news for those who already know about the feature but could make your day as a Photographer if you don’t!
Create a Realistic Page Curl in Photoshop
Submitted by Spoon Graphics » The page curl is commonly used in creating the distressed and collage looks. This simple walkthrough can be applied to any photo to add an extra bit of detail.
How to Combine Pixel and Vector to Produce Striking Artwork
Submitted by Spoon Graphics » Design project walkthrough explaining how to create impactful graphic artwork with pixel and vector.
