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Bespoke Adobe Illustrator CC for Fashion & Textile Designers - 2 Day Introduction training



Learn the fundamentals of working with Illustrator for fashion and textile designs with this specialist introduction to intermediate course to suit both beginners and more experienced users looking to focus on the key vector graphic skills for fashion creativity.
- 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 Fashion & Textile Overview
Adobe Illustrator CC is the latest version of Adobe's industry standard vector-based illustrating tool and has become the market leader. 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.
Fashion Designers can benefit from some excellent new tools in Adobe Illustrator CC including Shape Builder, Width Tool and the amazing new Bristle Brush which are highlighted in this course.
This 2 day course will introduce new techniques and skills in the use Illustrator to develop artwork relevant to fashion, textile and surface design. The course content will give you an introduction to those techniques which are predominantly used in the fashion and textiles industry. During the course you will create imagery for textile artwork, garment illustrations and graphic presentations.
This course is offered for both Illustrator beginners and more experienced users looking to focus on the Fashion aspects however please note coverage of the content will be more restricted for new users.
Course Target Audience and delegate prerequisites
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: £1095
- 2 delegates: £1245
- 3 delegates: £1395
- 4 delegates: £1545
- 5 delegates: £1645
- 6 delegates: £1745
- 7 delegates: £1845
- 8 delegates: £1945

This is my third class, they have all been excellent. Earning my Adobe Illustrator qualification with you has made a big difference in my job hunting. Thank you.
Velo Mitrovich, Illustrator - 1 Day Introduction
Bespoke Illustrator CC Fashion & Textile 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.
Introduction to Illustrator- The interface
- Vector v Pixels
- Views and Navigation
- Creating Basic Objects
- Selecting and Deselecting Objects
- Object manipulation
- Scaling and Rotating Objects
- Duplicating and Moving Objects
- Constraining Objects
- Selection Tools
- Arranging and Aligning
- The Text Tool
- The Shape Builder Tool
- The Width Tool
- Using Colour
- Colour Spaces
- Colour Swatch Panel
- Using the Colour Guide
- The Zen of the Pen, become a Guru of the Pen
- Creating Open Objects
- Creating and Modifying Curves
- Adding and Deleting Anchor Points
- You’ll put all you’ve learnt so far but now you’ll work with layers, mirror objects, average anchor points, create stitching by using the Stroke Panel
- Working with a dummy template
- Pattern Swatches
- Working with the Width Tool
- Working with The Shapebuilder Tool
- Trouser Sketch – Designing the shape, designing the details
- Skirt Sketch – Designing the shape, designing the details
- Jacket Sketch – Designing the shape, designing the details
- Jeans Sketch – Designing the shape, designing the details
- Shirt Sketch – Designing the shape, designing the details
- T-Shirt Sketch – Designing the shape, designing the details
- Shoes Sketch – Designing the shape, designing the details
- Wash Effects with Brushes
- Working with Symbols and the Symbols Panel
- Creating buttons, zips, rivets, studs, buckles, clips and toggles.
- Working with Decorative Trims: Sequins, Fur and Special Textures.
- Drawstrings, tape, straps and topstitching Elasticated waists, folds, ruching and ruffling
- Logo Design
- Working with Graphic Styles
- Utilising the Appearance Panel
- Fashion Graphics
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: £1095
- 2 delegates: £1245
- 3 delegates: £1395
- 4 delegates: £1545
- 5 delegates: £1645
- 6 delegates: £1745
- 7 delegates: £1845
- 8 delegates: £1945

This is my third class, they have all been excellent. Earning my Adobe Illustrator qualification with you has made a big difference in my job hunting. Thank you.
Velo Mitrovich, Illustrator - 1 Day 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: £1095
- 2 delegates: £1245
- 3 delegates: £1395
- 4 delegates: £1545
- 5 delegates: £1645
- 6 delegates: £1745
- 7 delegates: £1845
- 8 delegates: £1945

This is my third class, they have all been excellent. Earning my Adobe Illustrator qualification with you has made a big difference in my job hunting. Thank you.
Velo Mitrovich, Illustrator - 1 Day 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: £1095
- 2 delegates: £1245
- 3 delegates: £1395
- 4 delegates: £1545
- 5 delegates: £1645
- 6 delegates: £1745
- 7 delegates: £1845
- 8 delegates: £1945

This is my third class, they have all been excellent. Earning my Adobe Illustrator qualification with you has made a big difference in my job hunting. Thank you.
Velo Mitrovich, Illustrator - 1 Day 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: £1095
- 2 delegates: £1245
- 3 delegates: £1395
- 4 delegates: £1545
- 5 delegates: £1645
- 6 delegates: £1745
- 7 delegates: £1845
- 8 delegates: £1945

This is my third class, they have all been excellent. Earning my Adobe Illustrator qualification with you has made a big difference in my job hunting. Thank you.
Velo Mitrovich, Illustrator - 1 Day 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: £1095
- 2 delegates: £1245
- 3 delegates: £1395
- 4 delegates: £1545
- 5 delegates: £1645
- 6 delegates: £1745
- 7 delegates: £1845
- 8 delegates: £1945

This is my third class, they have all been excellent. Earning my Adobe Illustrator qualification with you has made a big difference in my job hunting. Thank you.
Velo Mitrovich, Illustrator - 1 Day Introduction
Testimonials
This is my third class, they have all been excellent. Earning my Adobe Illustrator qualification with you has made a big difference in my job hunting. Thank you.
Velo Mitrovich, Illustrator - 1 Day Introduction
An excellent course and a very informative couple of days, I feel much more confident in using Illustrator following this great course, thank you.
Keith Baker, Current Medicine Group, Illustrator - 2 Day Advanced
The training was very useful and there were two of us in the class so we had a lot of 1-on-1 training which was great. Relaxed but a focused atmosphere.
Clare McCarthy, Charles Tyrwhitt, Illustrator - 2 Day Advanced
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
I found this course to be extremely helpful. I now feel like I have a lot more confidence using the software and have a much better knowledge.
Abi Griffin, 2 Day Illustrator Advanced
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 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
I am very pleased with the course and its contents. I feel it will generally enhance my abilities to undertake tasks which previously I would not be confident with. Highly recommended and would have no hesitation in suggesting the course to anyone with a professional interest in graphics.
David Sparkes, Brady, Illustrator - 2 Day Introduction
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
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: £1095
- 2 delegates: £1245
- 3 delegates: £1395
- 4 delegates: £1545
- 5 delegates: £1645
- 6 delegates: £1745
- 7 delegates: £1845
- 8 delegates: £1945

This is my third class, they have all been excellent. Earning my Adobe Illustrator qualification with you has made a big difference in my job hunting. Thank you.
Velo Mitrovich, Illustrator - 1 Day Introduction