Vector Mastery: Crafting a Knight in Illustrator CC

Master Illustrator CC skills by designing a detailed vector knight. Ideal for digital artists wanting creative control with precision.

Overview:

Vector Mastery: Crafting a Knight in Illustrator CC is your digital guide to mastering precision-based artwork with Adobe Illustrator. Designed for those who enjoy visual storytelling through clean lines and layered detail, this course takes you through the full process of designing a professional vector-style medieval knight from scratch.

You’ll explore core Illustrator features, such as the Pen Tool, anchor points, layering, shape building, gradients and more—while creating a visually engaging character. It’s not just about drawing armour; it’s about learning how to balance technical skill with stylistic flair. Whether you're improving your design portfolio or aiming to work in illustration, animation, or game concept art, this course keeps things structured, engaging, and relevant to digital design. Bring precision and flair to your creative process—one vector at a time.

Learning Outcomes:

• Use Illustrator tools to build layered vector illustrations efficiently.
• Apply shape and colour theory when designing a character visually.
• Understand anchor points, strokes, and pathfinder tools in depth.
• Create symmetrical designs with line precision and structure.
• Design detailed characters using only shape-based vector methods.
• Export your artwork in professional formats for digital platforms.

Who is this Course For:

• Artists who want to create characters with clean vector shapes.
• Graphic designers looking to explore character-based artwork.
• Hobbyists interested in stylised digital illustration techniques.
• Students learning Illustrator with a focus on visual storytelling.
• Creative freelancers building a detailed design portfolio.
• Animation enthusiasts who enjoy character development visually.
• Anyone who enjoys structured drawing with flexible outcomes.
• Designers shifting into digital vector-based artwork styles.

Career Path:

• Vector Illustrator – £30,000–£45,000 per year
• Graphic Designer – £28,000–£38,000 per year
• Concept Artist – £32,000–£48,000 per year
• Digital Illustrator – £29,000–£42,000 per year
• Game Asset Designer – £34,000–£50,000 per year
• Motion Graphics Designer – £35,000–£55,000 per year