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Bespoke Adobe Illustrator CC - 1 Day Intermediate training



Join the professionals in getting the best out Illustrator with our bespoke intermediate course which will show you how to unlock the power of Illustrator's intermediate tools, and help you to become a more proficient and confident digital artist.
- Private Training
- Bespoke Course Content
- Online & Onsite courses
- Date(s) arranged to suit
This course can be based around our base outline or part/fully customised according to your level & requirements. Our bespoke Adobe Illustrator CC training is offered either Online, Onsite at your offices or at one of the XChange centres in London, Manchester and Glasgow.
Bespoke Illustrator CC - 1 Day Intermediate Overview
Adobe Illustrator CC is the latest version of Adobe's industry standard vector-based illustrating tool and with the likely demise of Freehand it looks set to retain its crown for some time. It is used by graphic designers throughout the world to create a vast variety of different media including illustrations, package designs, leaflets & flyers, web graphics & animations, notice boards, billboards, and many other graphic objects. Mastering the basics then means you'll be able to produce an almost endless scope of graphic designs.
Adobe Illustrator CC adds some great new features that beginners can start using straight away such as Control palette, Adobe Bridge, Live Trace and expanded export options.
By the end of this 1 day intermediate course for beginners, you will have refreshed your knowledge of the features in CC and developed your understanding of the more advanced features and tools of Adobe Illustrator CC.
(This course is also available as a 2 day course which provides sufficient time to cover the features in a more complete manner and allows more time for experimenting and creating completed designs.)
Course Target Audience and delegate prerequisites
You will need basic experience in using Illustrator. Ideally, you will have taken our Adobe Illustrator CC Introduction 2 Day course.
Bespoke Training Prices
The regular course pricing is indicated below for a range of delegate numbers. Additional costs may apply for onsite training and specialist requirements. Prices exclude vat.
- 1 delegate: £495
- 2 delegates: £595
- 3 delegates: £645
- 4 delegates: £695
- 5 delegates: £745
- 6 delegates: £795
- 7 delegates: £845
- 8 delegates: £895

The trainer was fantastic, we covered a lot of material but at a pace we could all keep up. He really tailored the course to our company's specific needs and was really helpful when we asked loads of questions!
Charlotte Mew, TPP, Bespoke InDesign and Illustrator Introduction
Bespoke Illustrator CC - 1 Day Intermediate Outline
The following is a general outline. The range of topics covered during your training is dependent upon student level, time available and preferences of your course booking.
New Features- Multiple Artboards
- Tabbed open documents
- The Tool Bar (including Key Shortcuts)
- Using the Control Panel
- Panels In-Depth
- Key board Shortcuts In-Depth
- Preferences In-Depth
- Making/Releasing Guides
- Custom Guides
- Do’s and Don'ts of Guides
- Smart Guides -Grids
- Snap-to Features
- In-Depth Functions
- Customising
- Saving a Workspace
- The Options Button
- Exploring Object Options
- Shortcuts In-Depth
- Exploring Object Options
- Shortcuts In-Depth
- Moving & Copying
- Transform Again
- Multiple Copies
- Duplicating Shortcuts
- Group/Ungrouping
- Send to Back/Send to Front
- Send Backward/Send Forward
- Shortcuts In-Depth
- Intro to Layers and Sub Layers
- Select Next/Previous Object
- The Reference Point
- Shortcuts In-Depth
- Free Transform Tool (for Perspective)
- Transform Each
- Exploring the difference between the two
- Methods of Selection
- The Bounding Box
- Editing Objects with the Direct Selection Tool
- Selecting Objects within Groups
- Joining Points
- Averaging Points
- Fill & Stroke Tool overview
- Shortcuts
- Colour Panel Overview (for Custom Colour)
- Swatches Panel Overview (for Saved Colour)
- Creating and Saving Colours
- Editing Colours
- Global Colours
- Pantone and Spot Colours
- Creating Swatch Groups and Libraries
- Using Libraries
- Adobe Swatch Exchange
- The Appearance Panel
- Object Attributes
- Multiple attributes
- Applying Live Effects
- Graphic Styles
- Appearance Panel Settings
- Creating Gradients
- Editing Gradients
- The Gradient Tool In-Depth
- Working with Gradient Libraries
- New Gradient Features
- Working with Patterns In-Depth
- Modifying Patterns
- Editing Patterns
- Creating Patterns
- Working with Pattern Libraries
- Colour Guide In-Depth
- Live Colour In-Depth
- The Colour Wheel (to Edit Colour)
- Harmony Rules
- Assign Options
- Modifying colour in artwork
- Select Same
- Finding Colours with Kuler
- Outlining Paths
- Offsetting Paths
- Using Borders (through Brushes)
- Custom Borders
- The Type Tools
- Creating Point Text
- Creating Area Text
- Text Formatting
- The Character Panel
- The Paragraph Panel
- Keyboard Shortcuts and Preferences In-Depth
- Area Type Options
- Creating Text Threads
- Using the Glyphs panel
- Checking Spelling
- Using the Change Case Function
- Convert Text to Outlines
- Customising Text
- Style Sheets
- The Type on a Path Tools
- Type on a Path In-Depth
- Type on a Path Options
- Type on an Open Path
- Type on a Closed Path
- Editing Text on Path
- Placing images
- Image Masks
- Making/Releasing Masks
- Making Compound Masks
- Making Type Masks
- Using the Links panel
- The Edit Original workflow
- Rasterising artwork
- Live Trace In-Depth
- Live Trace Tools
- Live Trace Explored
- Purpose and Function
- In-Depth Exploration of Features
- Looking at Layered Files
- Working with Layers
- Layers and Object Hierarchy
- Sub Layers
- The Layers Panel Explained
- Creating Layers
- Duplicating Layers
- Layer Groups
- Layer Shortcuts
- Layers and Animation
- Drawing Paths with the Pen Tool
- Mastering the Pen Tool
- Advanced Pen Tool Techniques
- Direct Selection Tool Shortcuts
- Shortcuts for Related Tools
- Pencil & Eraser Tools
- Aligning objects
- Distributing objects
- Combining Objects etc
- Shape Modes
- Pathfinder Modes
- Using Align & Pathfinder Together
- Making Compound Paths
- Releasing Compound Paths
- Do’s and Don'ts of Compound Paths
- In-Depth Look at Brushes
- Working with Brushes
- Using Brush Libraries
- Brush types
- Editing Brushes
- Creating a Calligraphic Brush
- Creating a Scatter Brush
- Creating an Art Brush
- Creating a Pattern Brush
- The Transparency Panel
- Blend Options
- Live Paint In-Depth
- Live Paint Tools
- Live Paint Explored
- Selecting Areas
- Selecting Paths
- Gap Detection
- Blends In-Depth
- Creating a Basic Blend
- Expanding a Blend
- Blends and Animation
- 3D Functions In-Depth
- 3D Extrude & Bevel Effect
- 3D Revolve Effects
- Mapping Artwork to 3D Objects
- Transforming Effects
- Using the Stylize Effects
- Using the Scribble Effect
- Using the Warp Effect
- In-Depth Look at Other Filters
- The Warp Tool & Distortion Tools
- Expanding Appearance
- The Graph Tool In-Depth
- Creating Graphs
- Editing Graphs
- Using the Variables Panel
- Updating Graphs From Data
- Gradient Mesh In-Depth
- The Gradient Mesh Tool
- Editing Gradient Meshes
- Using the Selection Tools
- Make With Warp
- Make With Mesh
- Make With Top Object
- Envelope Distort Options
- Working with Symbols
- Using Symbol Libraries
- Editing Symbols
- Creating Symbols
- Symbol Sprayer Tool In-Depth
- Graphic Styles In-Depth
- Using Graphic Style Libraries
- Creating Graphic Styles
- Saving Graphic Styles
- Overview of Separations Preview Panel
- Using Separations Preview
- Separations Preview Options
- Saving in Illustrator
- Printing in Illustrator
- Exporting in Illustrator
- PDF options
- Setting up page tiling
- Using the Crop Area tool
Bespoke Training Prices
The regular course pricing is indicated below for a range of delegate numbers. Additional costs may apply for onsite training and specialist requirements. Prices exclude vat.
- 1 delegate: £495
- 2 delegates: £595
- 3 delegates: £645
- 4 delegates: £695
- 5 delegates: £745
- 6 delegates: £795
- 7 delegates: £845
- 8 delegates: £895

The trainer was fantastic, we covered a lot of material but at a pace we could all keep up. He really tailored the course to our company's specific needs and was really helpful when we asked loads of questions!
Charlotte Mew, TPP, Bespoke InDesign and Illustrator Introduction
What's Included
The following are provided for your best experience on this bespoke course:
- Tailored course content arranged around your requirements
- Flexible dates to suit your desired timeframe
- Course location either at our training centres or onsite at your premises.
- Adobe Certified Instructor to ensure quality tuition.
- All computers for your use with choice of Windows or Mac systems (not onsite)
- Quality reference manual for post course reference to take away with you
- 6 months post course support to assist you where needed
- Adobe Authorised training Certificate for your successful completion of the course
- Lunch To give you the most flexible options for lunch we provide lunch vouchers which can be redeemed locally at a number of popular eateries including Pret A Manger, EAT, Starbucks, Tesco, Sainsburys, Boots and Greggs (not onsite)
- Refreshments to keep you on top form are available for you throughout the course with a full range of teas, coffees and biscuits (not onsite)
Normal daily course times run between 10am and 5pm however we can offer flexibility for this bespoke course should your time requirements vary.
Included with our Illustrator courses is the Brilliant Illustrator book provided for free to use as a post course reference resource. This is a full 300+ page manual to supplement the content covered during the course.
Included with your course booking for all delegates on this course is 6 months free support so if you run into problems or need assistance relating to anything covered during your course we would be happy to assist you during this time.
After your Adobe class with XChange Training you will receive our official Adobe Authorised Training Certificate as a record of your successful completion of the Adobe Certified Illustrator course.
Bespoke Training Prices
The regular course pricing is indicated below for a range of delegate numbers. Additional costs may apply for onsite training and specialist requirements. Prices exclude vat.
- 1 delegate: £495
- 2 delegates: £595
- 3 delegates: £645
- 4 delegates: £695
- 5 delegates: £745
- 6 delegates: £795
- 7 delegates: £845
- 8 delegates: £895

The trainer was fantastic, we covered a lot of material but at a pace we could all keep up. He really tailored the course to our company's specific needs and was really helpful when we asked loads of questions!
Charlotte Mew, TPP, Bespoke InDesign and Illustrator Introduction
Training Location Options
This course is offered for your convenience either at one of our bespoke training centres in London, Manchester and Glasgow or onsite at your offices anywhere in the UK. Just let us know what would work best for you or your team.
The location details of our bespoke training centres are shown below:
LONDON
5 St John’s Lane
Clerkenwell
London
EC1M 4BH
St John’s Lane is located in the heart of Clerkenwell close to the junction of Farringdon and Clerkenwell Road. Farringdon tube & train station is just a few minutes away and the training centre can also be accessed from Chancery Lane and Barbican tubes in about 10 minutes. There is also easy direct access by bus from Waterloo (243) and West End (55) with nearby stops.
MANCHESTER
Piccadilly House
49 Piccadilly
Manchester
M1 2AP
Piccadilly House is located in central Manchester directly next to the Piccadilly Gardens transport interchange with excellent bus and tram connections and is easily accessed from Piccadilly train Station (5 mins). Victoria station is also close by (around 10 mins).
GLASGOW
Centrum Business Centre
38 Queen Street
Glasgow
G1 3DX
The Queen Street training centre is located in central Glasgow within easy walking distance of the 3 local train options of Central Station, Queen Street and Argyle Street offering excellent transport connections.
Courses are run between 10am and 5pm with an hour break for lunch and both mid morning and mid-afternoon refreshment breaks.
Bespoke Training Prices
The regular course pricing is indicated below for a range of delegate numbers. Additional costs may apply for onsite training and specialist requirements. Prices exclude vat.
- 1 delegate: £495
- 2 delegates: £595
- 3 delegates: £645
- 4 delegates: £695
- 5 delegates: £745
- 6 delegates: £795
- 7 delegates: £845
- 8 delegates: £895

The trainer was fantastic, we covered a lot of material but at a pace we could all keep up. He really tailored the course to our company's specific needs and was really helpful when we asked loads of questions!
Charlotte Mew, TPP, Bespoke InDesign and Illustrator Introduction
Bespoke Course Enquiry
If you are considering this Adobe Illustrator CC Course but would like further information simply send us your query quickly & easily with the form below. Whether you would like to check date availability, pricing, course suitability or just need further information about a course send us your query and we will get you a swift reply, usually within 2 business hours!
If you would prefer to check course details by phone please call us on 0345 363 1130.
Bespoke Training Prices
The regular course pricing is indicated below for a range of delegate numbers. Additional costs may apply for onsite training and specialist requirements. Prices exclude vat.
- 1 delegate: £495
- 2 delegates: £595
- 3 delegates: £645
- 4 delegates: £695
- 5 delegates: £745
- 6 delegates: £795
- 7 delegates: £845
- 8 delegates: £895

The trainer was fantastic, we covered a lot of material but at a pace we could all keep up. He really tailored the course to our company's specific needs and was really helpful when we asked loads of questions!
Charlotte Mew, TPP, Bespoke InDesign and Illustrator Introduction
Scheduled Adobe Illustrator Training Courses
Adobe Illustrator CC Courses
Adobe Illustrator CC Essentials 1 Day - Online
Adobe Illustrator CC Introduction 2 Days - Online
Adobe Illustrator CC Advanced 2 Days - Online
Adobe Illustrator CC Masterclass 4 Days - Online
Adobe Illustrator CC Masterclass with ACA Exam 5 Days - Online
Adobe Creative Cloud Design Introduction Masterclass 5 Days - Online
Adobe Illustrator CC Essentials Introduction 1 Day - London
Adobe Illustrator CC Introduction 2 Days - London
Adobe Illustrator CC Advanced 2 Days - London
Adobe Illustrator CC Advanced with ACA Exam 3 Days - London
Adobe Illustrator CC Masterclass 4 Days - London
Adobe Illustrator CC Masterclass with ACA Exam 5 Days - London
Adobe Creative Cloud Design Introduction Masterclass 5 Days - London
Adobe Illustrator CC Essentials Introduction 1 Day - Manchester
Adobe Illustrator CC Introduction 2 Days - Manchester
Adobe Illustrator CC Advanced 2 Days - Manchester
Adobe Illustrator CC Advanced with ACA Exam 3 Days - Manchester
Adobe Illustrator CC Advanced with ACA Exam 3 Days - Glasgow
Adobe Illustrator CC Masterclass 4 Days - Manchester
Adobe Illustrator CC Masterclass with ACA Exam 5 Days - Manchester
Adobe Creative Cloud Design Introduction Masterclass 5 Days - Manchester
Adobe Illustrator CC Essentials Introduction 1 Day - Glasgow
Adobe Illustrator CC Masterclass with ACA Exam 5 Days - Glasgow
Bespoke Training Prices
The regular course pricing is indicated below for a range of delegate numbers. Additional costs may apply for onsite training and specialist requirements. Prices exclude vat.
- 1 delegate: £495
- 2 delegates: £595
- 3 delegates: £645
- 4 delegates: £695
- 5 delegates: £745
- 6 delegates: £795
- 7 delegates: £845
- 8 delegates: £895

The trainer was fantastic, we covered a lot of material but at a pace we could all keep up. He really tailored the course to our company's specific needs and was really helpful when we asked loads of questions!
Charlotte Mew, TPP, Bespoke InDesign and Illustrator Introduction
Testimonials
The trainer was fantastic, we covered a lot of material but at a pace we could all keep up. He really tailored the course to our company's specific needs and was really helpful when we asked loads of questions!
Charlotte Mew, TPP, Bespoke InDesign and Illustrator Introduction
Hugely helpful and really appreciated the amount of tailoring and personalisation of the content of the course to what I would be doing in my role. Will definitely recommend.
Emily Radforth, Octopus Healthcare, Adobe Illustrator - One Day Introduction
A great session, covering some fantastic tools and knowledge about the product. The trainer was excellent, and was great at tailoring the course to my specific needs, and explained and demonstrated things in a well executed manner - thank you so much!
Lauren Orange, The Freeston Academy, Adobe Illustrator - 1 Day Introduction
Excellent, as always! Great teaching methods, fun and interesting, easy to follow. Always a great experience!
Richard Littler, Brother, Illustrator - One Day Intermediate
Very accommodating environment, friendly staff, excellent instructor and added extra benefits from the course i.e food vouchers, resource books and contact information.
Abbie Hulson, 2 Day Illustrator Advanced
Knowledgable, small class made it easy to ask questions and get feedback within the time limit. Friendly people, plenty of tea, coffee etc, comfortable surroundings.
Claire Huntley, Ryman, Adobe Illustrator - 1 Day Introduction
The trainer was very good indeed. We got a lot out of the experience and will book again for more training in the future.
Neil Cleverley, TTS Group, Illustrator - 2 Day Migration
Very relaxed atmosphere & friendly atmosphere. Trainer very informative, knowledgable and willing to help with any questions or difficulties. Offices in a good central location. An enjoyable and informative course.
Kerry Duguid, Plant Integrity Mgmt., Illustrator - Two Day Introduction
The Illustrator course was well-organised, well-paced, informative, and I learned many new features and ways to use the software for potential real-world applications.
Megan Wolf, Makro, Illustrator - 1 Day Introduction
Very well presented course, delivered at the right pace for for both beginners and those with a bit more knowledge. I feel much more confident to use this product now.
Michael Knight, Offshore Marine Safety, Adobe Illustrator - Two Day Introduction
Bespoke Training Prices
The regular course pricing is indicated below for a range of delegate numbers. Additional costs may apply for onsite training and specialist requirements. Prices exclude vat.
- 1 delegate: £495
- 2 delegates: £595
- 3 delegates: £645
- 4 delegates: £695
- 5 delegates: £745
- 6 delegates: £795
- 7 delegates: £845
- 8 delegates: £895

The trainer was fantastic, we covered a lot of material but at a pace we could all keep up. He really tailored the course to our company's specific needs and was really helpful when we asked loads of questions!
Charlotte Mew, TPP, Bespoke InDesign and Illustrator Introduction