Adobe
Illustrator Introduction
Learn Adobe Illustrator from scratch. Create logos, icons and scalable vector graphics with confidence.
Format
Live instructor-led
Hands-on, question-led sessions
Location
London NW10 or online
9 Station Terrace, NW10 5RT
Level
Introduction level
Small groups, hands-on, expert-led
Upcoming dates
Thu 10 – Fri 11 September 2026
Live Online
£585
Thu 1 – Fri 2 October 2026
Classroom
£585
Wed 28 – Thu 29 October 2026
Live Online
£585
Thu 29 – Fri 30 October 2026
Live Online
£585
Thu 29 – Fri 30 October 2026
Classroom
£585
Tue 3 – Wed 4 November 2026
Classroom
£585
Thu 5 – Fri 6 November 2026
Classroom
£585
Thu 5 – Fri 6 November 2026
Live Online
£585
Tue 10 – Wed 11 November 2026
Live Online
£585
Wed 2 – Thu 3 December 2026
Classroom
£585
Thu 3 – Fri 4 December 2026
Live Online
£585
Mon 7 – Tue 8 December 2026
Classroom
£585
Wed 9 – Thu 10 December 2026
Live Online
£585
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Who this course is for
This course is ideal for designers, marketers and creative professionals who are new to Adobe Illustrator and want to build a solid foundation in creating vector graphics, logos and scalable artwork for print and digital media.
Prerequisites
No prior experience needed.
What you'll learn
Understanding Illustrator's interface and navigation, helping you confidently move around tools, panels and viewing options.
How to work with vectors, enabling you to create all kinds of graphics and artwork, suitable for digital and print media.
Mastering object manipulation like joining, aligning, grouping, transforming and repeating, improving your speed and workflow.
Exploring the pen tool, paths and anchor points, to control precise vector drawings with ease.
How to apply fills, strokes, gradients and swatches, enhancing your ability to add vibrant colours to designs.
Creating and editing type, letting you craft polished typography for marketing materials.
Understanding layers and layer management, helping you organise complex projects efficiently for better workflow and collaboration.
How to use brushes, patterns and symbols, empowering you to add creative flair and consistency to your artwork.
How to save and export artwork in different formats for use in a variety of other applications.
Course outline
What you’ll cover
Navigation
- Moving around the interface and viewing choices
Interface
- The tools
- How panels work and overlap
- The Properties panel
- Organising panels
Basic concepts and tools
- Vector vs Bitmap images
- Working with Rulers, Guides and Smart Guides
Objects
- Simple shades: selecting and manipulating objects
- Transform, duplicate, clone, delete
- Arrange stacking
- Group/Ungroup and group selections
- Locking
- Aligning and distributing artwork
- Pathfinder
- Isolation Mode
Drawing
- Vector drawing: pen tool, paths, curves, points and handles
- Adding and deleting anchor points
- Splitting, cutting and erasing paths
Colours and fills
- Fills and strokes on objects and paths
- Colours vs. swatches: global colour
- Gradients - creating, editing and applying
- Colour books and libraries
Type
- Area vs point type
- The type tool - font, size, colour, leading
- Kerning, tracking, indents and baseline shift
- Type on and in a path
- Type as outlines
- Character and paragraph styles
Layers
- Creating layers - options and layer names
- Locking and hiding layers
- Moving objects between layers
- Selecting objects via layers
Patterns
- Creating, applying, editing
- Pattern transform behaviour
Brushes
- Types: Calligraphic, Art, Scatter, Creating and Editing
- Using brushes on lines and borders
Symbols
- Creating and applying symbols
- The symbol sprayer
Effects and Appearance
- Stylise, Distort and Transform, 3D
Graphing
- How graphs and data work
- Graph types
- Graph limitations
Export
- Save as AI, PDF or EPS
- Asset Export to JPG, PNG or GIF
- SVG
Image Trace
- Tracing options and expanding
Miscellaneous
- Blob brush tool
- Perspective tool
- Multiple Artboards
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 Introduction course suitable for me?
This course is designed for people who are new to Illustrator or have been using Illustrator for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in the fundamentals of Illustrator.
How is the content taught throughout the Illustrator Introduction course?
Our Illustrator Introduction 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.
Should I attend the Illustrator Introduction 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.
How many people are likely to be in the class when I attend the Illustrator Introduction course?
We have the smallest class sizes in the industry. On average there are 2 to 3 people on our Illustrator Introduction 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.
What support is available after I attend the Illustrator Introduction course?
We offer ongoing support to our Illustrator Introduction 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 Introduction course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Illustrator Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
Reviews
I'm so impressed with how this has all gone and am so thankful for everything you've done to help me prepare for my new job. I will definitely be back for more courses to update my skills as I go along. Huge thanks and have a lovely evening.
Sarah M · Illustrator Introduction — May 2026
Probably the best course I have been on. Very thorough and entertaining.
Cancer Research UK · Illustrator Introduction — May 2026
Excellent course - Tony was fantastic and it was a great introduction to Illustrator. Many thanks to all involved in booking and running the course.
Delegate · Illustrator Introduction — May 2026
I had an excellent training day with Tony at Transmedia learning about Adobe Illustrator. He was great at adjusting the pace to my needs and we covered a lot of ground. I would recommend Transmedia for anyone who needs to learn how to use Adobe creative cloud software.
Paul S · Illustrator Introduction — May 2026
Good afternoon Brook, Hope you are well, today's lesson was really great and I really appreciate Tony for coming all the way!
Formidable Media · Illustrator Introduction — May 2026
I really enjoyed my training on 8th October. Many thanks to Tony for an excellent day
CNS School · Illustrator Introduction — May 2026
The course was perfect. Great course, great trainer!
Northgate · Illustrator Introduction — April 2026
Just emailing to say thanks from all of us at pointblank for the training. It's very much appreciated. Also thank you for your assistance in arranging everything.
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I'm so impressed with how this has gone and am so thankful for everything you've done to help me prepare for my new job. I will definitely be back for more courses to update my skills as I go along.
Sarah M · Illustrator Introduction — February 2025
Today's lesson was really great and I really appreciate our trainer coming all the way to our offices!
Formidable Media · Illustrator Introduction — February 2025
Very warm and welcoming environment. Staff are very nice and training was to a high standard.
Microbiology Society · Illustrator Introduction — November 2024
I really enjoyed my training last week. Many thanks to my trainer for an excellent day!
CNS School · Illustrator Introduction — October 2024
The Transmedia team is always warm and welcoming when I visit. The instructors are experienced and extremely helpful. Getting the course customised is also no problem at all. Thank you Transmedia!
CTBTO · Illustrator Introduction — September 2024
The course itself was really informative and trainer was excellent.
Deborah M · Illustrator Introduction — October 2023
Excellent course - Anthony was fantastic and it was a great introduction to Illustrator. Many thanks to all involved in booking and running the course.
Delegate · Illustrator Introduction — October 2023
I had an excellent training day with Anthony learning about Adobe Illustrator. He was great at adjusting the pace to my needs and we covered a lot of ground. I would recommend Transmedia to anyone.
Paul S · Illustrator Introduction — September 2023
Just finished a bespoke course in Photoshop and AI. Learned an awful lot. My trainer was very knowledgeable and was very happy to answer lots of questions that I had throughout. Highly recommend.
Rachel P — June 2026
Gorgeous premises and lovely, knowledgeable team. I really enjoyed my course - the tutor was friendly and professional and happy to answer any questions and tailor the course.
Quadrotech — June 2026
Fantastic and super valuable training! Our trainer shaped the training fully to our needs, adapted, accelerated and deep diving when needed. I learned so much these past days with tangible examples.
Adobe — June 2026
The trainer was excellent. He kept the course interactive and engaging. The small sessions made it easy to get clarifications. The pleasant office is well situated, so easy to find and get to.
UNICEF — June 2026
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