Mastering Geometric Grid-Based Designs in Adobe Illustrator

Learn a Range of Illustrator Tools & Techniques to Efficiently Create Precise Geometric Designs & Boost Your Creativity

Created by: Evgeniya & Dominic Righini-Brand
Graphic Design & Photography

What Will I Learn?

• How to get the most out of Illustrator tools and speed up your workflow when devising precise custom grids.
• A range of techniques for developing shape-based and linear designs based on geometric grids.
• Design principles and considerations to help you push the boundaries of your creativity.
• How to methodically develop and tackle creating geometric designs one step at a time.
• Creating a range of standard but versatile geometric grids.
• Using geometric grids as a creative instrument.
• How to set up your Adobe Illustrator document and preferences to have an efficient workflow.
• How to add more personality to your geometric designs by styling them in a number of different ways.
• Tips & tricks for creating surface patterns based on your geometric designs.
• How to troubleshoot and finalise your designs to prepare them for output.

Requirements

• Adobe Illustrator CC. A free trial can be downloaded from Adobe.
• For best experience, a basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator is required.
• A foundational knowledge of design principles.

Target audience

• Graphic Designers looking to level up their Adobe Illustrator skills.
• Pattern Designers interested in expanding their portfolio with geometric designs.
• Design Students who need to supplement their studies with technical skills.
• Digital Illustrators looking to explore new creative techniques.
• Type Designers looking to create precise geometry-based letterforms.
• Digital Artists looking to unleash their creativity and create new original work.