Adobe
Illustrator Intermediate
Build on your Illustrator foundation with advanced vector techniques, complex paths and workflow tools for faster, more polished designs.
Format
Live instructor-led
Hands-on, question-led sessions
Location
London NW10 or online
9 Station Terrace, NW10 5RT
Level
Intermediate level
Small groups, hands-on, expert-led
Upcoming dates
Mon 10 – Tue 11 August 2026
Classroom
£565£585
Mon 24 – Tue 25 August 2026
Live Online
£565£585
Tue 8 – Wed 9 September 2026
Classroom
£565£585
Wed 23 – Thu 24 September 2026
Live Online
£565£585
Thu 8 – Fri 9 October 2026
Classroom
£585
Fri 23 – Sat 24 October 2026
Live Online
£585
Mon 9 – Tue 10 November 2026
Classroom
£585
Mon 23 – Tue 24 November 2026
Live Online
£585
Tue 8 – Wed 9 December 2026
Classroom
£585
Tue 22 – Wed 23 December 2026
Live Online
£585
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Who this course is for
This course is for graphic designers, illustrators and marketing professionals who are comfortable with Illustrator basics and want to develop more advanced vector skills, improve their workflow efficiency and create more sophisticated illustrations for print and digital projects.
Prerequisites
You should be comfortable with Illustrator fundamentals, or have attended our Illustrator Introduction course.
What you'll learn
Exploring advanced vector drawing and editing techniques, enabling you to create complex illustrations and designs.
How to use gradients, meshes and patterns, empowering you to add depth and texture to your artwork.
Understanding advanced type and typography tools, helping you create compelling and effective designs with text.
How to work with effects and styles, enabling you to enhance your illustrations with creative and professional touches.
Exploring integration with other Adobe Creative Cloud applications, helping you streamline your design workflow.
How to optimise vector graphics for web and print, enabling you to deliver high-quality artwork for diverse purposes.
Understanding best practices for file management and organisation, helping you work efficiently and collaborate effectively on design projects.
Course outline
What you’ll cover
Appearance and Graphic Styles
- Understanding Appearance
- Adding new fills and strokes
- Effects seen in the Appearance panel
- Saving appearance as a Graphic Style
- Applying Styles and Style Libraries
Colour
- CYMK vs RGB
- Colour libraries and global colour
- The Colour Guide panel
- Colour Harmony Rules
- Live Paint and Live Colour
- Colour Management
Path Work
- Further vector manipulations
- Width tool and warping tools
- Join and Average
- Erase, Scissors, Knife tools
- Mesh tool
- Blob Brush
Objects
- Further tools - polygon, star, flare, arc, spiral, grid
- Clipping Masks
- Transforming different ways
- Shape Builder tool
- Offset Paths
- Magic Wand
- Envelope Distort - Warp, Top, Object, Mesh
Text
- Further text styling
- Paragraph and Character Styles
- Type on a path
Further Patterns, Brushes and Symbols
- Pattern editing
- Resizing the tile
- Moving tile with art
- Editing brushes
- Art brush options
- Patterns brush options
- Symbol tools
Guides and Grid
- Making and editing guides
- Pixel Preview
- Snapping
- Customise Grid in Prefs
Misc.
- Blends and the Blend Tool
- Actions - create, save
- Further Artboards
- Slices
- Simple Perspective Grid work
- Editing Preferences
- Illustrator objects into Photoshop
Included
- Live expert-led instruction
- Practical exercises and workflow examples
- Live Q and A and troubleshooting with the trainer
- Follow-up support guidance
Frequently asked questions
Is this Illustrator Intermediate course suitable for me?
This course is designed for people who have experience in Illustrator or have already attended one of our Illustrator training courses or who would like to further their knowledge of best practice in the use of Illustrator. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.
How is the content taught throughout the Illustrator Intermediate course?
Our Illustrator Intermediate course is extremely interactive. You will be using Illustrator throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.
How many people are likely to be in the class when I attend the Illustrator Intermediate course?
We have the smallest class sizes in the industry. On average there are 2 to 3 people on our Illustrator Intermediate public courses. When we are oversubscribed, rather than put more people on the same course, we open up a new course date, which ensures everyone has maximum interaction with our trainer and the chance to ask questions throughout the day.
Should I attend the Illustrator Intermediate course in person or live online?
For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.
What support is available after I attend the Illustrator Intermediate course?
We offer ongoing support to our Illustrator Intermediate course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Illustrator Intermediate course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Illustrator Intermediate course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
Reviews
Exceptional knowledge base and tailored to suit our requirements.
RAF · Illustrator Intermediate — March 2026
The course was great and featured lots of new skills that I can use in my role. The tutor was great at delivering each section and really attentive in making sure I was keeping up and if I had any questions.
Lintbells · Illustrator Intermediate — February 2026
Brilliant. Exactly what was needed.
NHS · Illustrator Intermediate — February 2026
Gorgeous premises and lovely, knowledgeable team. I really enjoyed my course (Adobe Firefly) - the tutor was friendly and professional and happy to answer any questions and tailor the course (I was the only student so had my own private session). The class room and the whole building is really well done, modern, clean and professional space that reflects the overall approach. They have fast and modern machines available to use or you can use your own devices. Highly recommended.
Quadrotech — June 2026
Fantastic and super valuable training! Fantastic and super valuable training! Tony shaped the training fully to our needs, adapted, accelerated and deep diving when needed. I learned so much these past days with tangible examples Tony provided.
Adobe — June 2026
The trainer, Lee, was excellent. He rattled through the key elements of Premiere Pro while keeping the course interactive and engaging. The small sessions made it easy to get 1:1 support or clarifications. The pleasant and well equipped office is well situated in Kensal Rise, so easy to find and get to. I learnt a alot - and now feel up to date with latest Premiere Pro options and AI integrations.
UNICEF — June 2026
Hi Brook, Sorry for the delay - I was on AL yesterday! The training was great, thank you. Tony was very thorough with everything and I definitely left with some new knowledge and skills. I'll leave a review later today. Thanks for sending the materials across. Have a lovely rest of your day!
Live Union — June 2026
I wish all training courses were run this well!
RPS Design — June 2026
The Design and Development areas of Clarks shoes has been using Transmedia as a training partner for eight years now, mainly in the 'creative' Adobe applications - Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Premiere. In that time we have built an excellent working relationship with the management and admin teams and several of their core trainers. This has had a major influence in raising the skill levels and quality of our artwork across our design teams- recently extending across the Atlantic, delivering training to our US based designers. Staying with Transmedia has given us continuity and enabled the trainers to really come to understand what Clarks require and thus able to deliver real value for money. The staff are always friendly and a pleasure to deal with - whilst being efficient and professional throughout. Nothing is ever too much trouble. I really can't recommend Transmedia highly enough.
Clarks International — June 2026
The course was excellent - exactly to my company's needs. All questions were answered and concepts explained very clearly.
Hannah Griffiths — June 2026
First class - The trainer was extremely knowledgeable and answered all our questions.
MOD — June 2026
The course itself was really informative and trainer was excellent. Poor communication and organisation between transmedia and QA meant my course was cancelled twice. I hope you improve this relationship. To be honest I would prefer to book direct through you next time, avoiding QA.
Deborah M — June 2026
The session on the 25th was brilliant, thank you. The SE's found it very useful and loved Tony's tips and tricks to help us update our prototypes quickly.
Salesforce — May 2026
I thought the course and the location were perfect
MOD — May 2026
Wonderful trainer Lisa - fun, friendly, informative and comprehensive course! Thank you very much indeed.
Structural Soils Ltd — May 2026
I have taken part in several Transmedia courses and will likely take part in a few more. From start booking to training Transmedia are brilliant to work with. Happy to answer all questions ahead of booking to help make sure you're on the right course (thank you Jo). The training itself is very thorough and the instructor, (Lee in my case) was happy to stop and go through any parts that were a struggle during the course.
Reach plc — May 2026
Very much appreciated and enjoyed the introductory course. It was very in-depth and Tony did a fantastic job of covering each individual section of Figma in great detail; no stone was left unturned. Tony is clearly passionate about what he does, which made the course that much more enjoyable and valuable. Looking forward to the advanced course next month - eager to continue learning more from him.
Wren Kitchens — May 2026
Very thorough course and enthusiastic trainer who was very helpful and responsive to individual needs.
NVIDIA — May 2026
I really enjoyed my course. Tony is a really good trainer and tailored the day according to my level and needs.
Delegate — May 2026
Great tutor well worth the money will definitely keeping in contact and very recommended
Workplace Options — May 2026
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