Adobe Illustrator is one of the leading tools in logo creation, animation, and graphic design. Learn how to get started with Adobe Illustrator and work toward the creation of images and text with more sophisticated tools and techniques. Course descriptionLearn how to make images and logos using the pen tools, complex shapes, advanced patterns and personalized text. Explore the differences between vector-based images and bitmaps; identify when and why Illustrator should be used for a particular project and prepare files and export high-resolution graphics for use in print, web applications, videos and animations. Through demonstrations and practice, apply newly learned techniques and approaches to a comprehensive project. / Students will have access to Adobe Creative Cloud software throughout the class. / This class is recommended before starting the Illustration Certificate.Open to students ages 18 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.Course meeting detailsCourse will be synchronous, meaning students will meet weekly at the same time via Google Meet. Class meetings will include lecture, demonstrations, discussions, exercises, critiques, and time to ask questions and share resources. This class will meet for 90 minutes then have a break, followed by 90 minutes of work time and the instructor’s office hours. Office hours are an opportunity for students to ask questions and receive feedback and guidance.PrerequisitesPrevious experience with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator are helpful, but not required. Required materialsSuppliesPen or pencil, notebook or sketchbook.SoftwareAdobe Creative Cloud (provided by MCAD).HardwareA computer capable of running Adobe Creative Cloud software, with internet access, a camera, and a microphone for class meetings and to capture and upload work.Class resourcesThis class uses Adobe and Canvas, MCAD’s learning management system. Please see the link for more information.Class savingsRegister on or before May 12 and save $25.Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).Additional savings. Are you eligible?Questions?Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765. Register Title Non-credit Tuition $232.50 Not Yet Open for Registration Registration opens April 28. Date: Thu, Jul 10, 2025 - Thu, Aug 7, 2025 Time: 6:30–9:30 p.m. CST Day(s) of the week: Thursday Ages: Open to students ages 18 and above. Term: Summer 2025 Instructor: Ryan Ouradnik Location: Online SKU: CSW 9431 20 SU25 Prerequisites: Previous experience with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator are helpful, but not required.