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I'm a communication design student in the 5th semester. And honestly I really do learn a lot more about design from your videos than I did in my entire degree. You're such a great inspiration. THANK YOU SO MUCH!! And pls never stop doing what you do.
That's so true. Just discovering and watching this video now, but I swear, 2nd year in, I've been learning all the adobe programs better with UA-cam videos than from my professor.
I totally agree with you. Graduated from uni, but none of the professors taught us about all those tools and how to use them. Isn’t it kind of sad that they expect all their students to know these beforehand? like… they’re there to learn from scratch?…
I really don't know if thank you is a good enough word to use to express how much I appreciate your videos. Many persons have skills, but only few know how to teach others that skill.
Thank you for the free trial of Skillshare, Abi!! 😍 Love from Paris! 😇🇲🇫 Also very nice to actually learn more about Illustrator tools, I've started using the pen tool last week because of one of your videos and ooooh myyyyyyyy 🤩🤩
My pleasure!! Such a great platform to learn from☺️ yay I’m glad you were able to learn about some more tools!! You need to try the curvature tool it’s a life changer!
I watched ur video and trying to learn and apply same. But not working. I am doing it on window i dont find command key. Also with eraser +space not working please help i really need eraser + space features
Abi, you are amazing like all your videos, Specially I like your expression while watching videos, It is so charming & energetic, Thank you so much for all your videos, I'm always looking for your new video...
Hi, the pencil doesn't work for me :( Its creating like a black snake instead of filling the letter with black, and if I complete the path of the pencil to fill it with black, it will fill it in black in the white parts but white in the black parts
I'm just starting and your videos give me so much inspiration and knowledge. Trying to figure out fonts and all the license stuff so I have a question about Envato Elements that you always advertise. If one has a subscription does it mean they can download fonts and use it in any project without additional pay?
Glad you’ve been enjoying the videos! So if you have an envato account you hold the license for any of the fonts downloaded and do not need to pay anything extra. Your client will also need a license to be able to use the font and i find most of the fonts are available to buy on creative market (singularly) or on other font websites.
Having trouble with the Pencil Tool section. No matter what I do, the letters don't change like yours do. Also my eraser tool doesn't make shapes with the space bar. Any tips? Thanks!
hey abi, sorry can i ask you are you doing this on the 22 illustrator or the 23? since im still at the 2020 illustrator, and i dont think i can see some of the tools that youre using here nor your shorts, thanks !
Hey!, i love the tone and mood of the tutorial, but can anyone tell me why my stuff isnt working like hers? :( the pencil tool just leaves a path and when i tried to use the eraser tool and pressed space i just move the whole canvas.
Hey Abi, or if anyone can answer my question that’d be great, for some reason when I use my pencil tool to do that wavy thing on the font, it doesn’t work? Am I missing something?
Pencil tool is a tricky one sometimes, I have a video dedicated to it here that should help: ua-cam.com/video/ows4mzaD0hY/v-deo.html hopefully that's of help, if not I actually have a course coming out all on the tool soon!!
NOT WORKING am I missing out on something? Guys please help... I tried opening anchors by clicking control+shift+O it opens my graphics card% display layout!
Loved it! I'm about to start working on type manipulation for a client so this came at a great time lol. I usually gravitate towards the blob brush tool instead of the pencil tool when making customizations
have you used the 2022 ver of ai? did the pencil tool change? because i've always used this way as well and on this version i can't anymore and i don't know if it's me or they changed it...
Yes I do, but my pencil tool works the same, how strange? I have an updates version of the video coming soon along with some handy Illustrator tools, so hopefully that can help!
Abi is the sweetest person in the whole wide world ❤️ Her attitude just inspires me and I always see a smile on her face. Love your videos and never forget how proud of you I am 🥺💫
When I outline the letters and try to select anchor points using the direct selection tool it moves the whole letter. It does not allow me to adjust the anchor points. Can you tell me why? Thank you so much!
Are you sure you are using the direct selection tool and not just the selection tool? If you are, try double clicking into the grouped work and then selecting one letter, then see if you can move anchor points. Sorry this is a bit hard to explain over a comment, but I have an updated video on this coming soon, so will be sure to go over it 😊
Yes this can depend on the settings, try this video: ua-cam.com/video/ows4mzaD0hY/v-deo.html and if you want even more help with the pencil tool I actually have a course dedicated to it here; www.abiconnick.co.uk/pencil-tool-course 😊
Omg abi I'm soo glad for this video and your tips. There's alot I didn't know I could do in illustrator I'm trying get better with my typeface. Please do more videos like this in logo and branding design 😊
As boring as it sounds practice, it can be a really tricky tool to get used to using but it's really beneficial! Have a video on it here: ua-cam.com/video/ows4mzaD0hY/v-deo.html
Every time I try to use the pencil tool like that, it doesn't work for me. I make sure that the fill is black but then when I create whatever line, the fill goes blank.
Ok, but what should you do when you have to customaze a sans serif font but at the same time keep it looking clean and neat and not cartoonish? It's hard.
I just got illustrator today and command shift o don’t create anchor point for me and direct selection tool moves all the text not what it’s doing for you, any ideas on what I’m doing wrong?
This is odd, maybe check you're keyboard shortcuts, it most likely moves all the text because it's grouped, It's difficult to explain over a comment, but I am planning on bring out another video like this where all keyboard commands will be on screen to follow. The best piece of advice I can give is just be patient and spend time messing around in Illustrator, I know at the start it's such an overwhelming program, but the more you familiarise yourself with it, the better you'll get 😊
@@abiconnick thank you so much! I figured it out for some reason the anchor points just didn’t show up but the shortcut worked and i was able to complete my first logo with your help!! I have been a photoshop girl for the last 10 years but want to start doing graphic design full time so your videos are the bestttttt
Can you do an video where you present your most useful shortcuts you found out about Illustrator? The eraser with the space bar would not be the last one that is pretty useful, but literally nobody knows😅🙌
Ooh that's strange. Take a look at your pencil settings (double click the pencil tool) and play with the options. I think if you click 'fill new pencil strokes' that might help!
I need to buy a shawl for my mom and that's why I'm savings my money......I had a lot of things that I want to do so ...... As I'm growing I feel so frustrated why I can't make money so easily It hurts sometimes Best of luck everyone.....And Do you think it's possible for me to be a graphic designer just a finest one :)
I tried following what you did, but for some reason it wouldn't let me move the anchor point. And when I did get it to move, it wasn't smooth, it jumped around too much. Is there some setting you have on yours that allows you to do what you did or am I doing something wrong?
For the anchor point to move, you need to select it with the direct selection tool then drag it independently from everything else. For the jumping around, that could be a couple of things. Is your canvas too small? Do you have "Snap to grid" on? Is "snap to pixels" on?
Thank you for your creativity . When you customise a font, do you own the rights to it? Or do you still have to pay to use it? Can you save each letter and then write it as a new font? Regards
Hi how are things! Greetings from Argentina. I saw it more than 10 times to the part of the pencil. I can't manage to achieve the same use you give it in the "Pencil Tool" minute. What am I doing wrong?
Hi! Appreciate the support!! The pencil tool can be really tricky, that's why I made a dedicated video on it here: ua-cam.com/video/ows4mzaD0hY/v-deo.html also has a free exercise sheet for you to download and get better at using it! Hope it helps 😊
Ive been watching your videos and i've always wondered what tools you were using to achieve your ideas. This video is a godsend because this answers all my questions so thank you :)
But it can also cause legal issues if the font licence forbids customizing and using that for commercial. I recommend to always read the licence before
Do you mean the pencil tool? You have to make sure you pick up the anchor point when running the tool over the shape! It can be tricky to get right so keep giving it a go☺️
If it’s not in your tools panel you may need to add it! There should be a more options or 3 lines on the panel that you can click on and it will take you to more tools! Then just drag the smooth tool into your tools panel☺️
Maybe try adjusting the settings of it, it can be tricky to get the hang of, but when you do, it's game changing! I have actually just realised a in-depth course all on the pencil tool if you're interested: www.abiconnick.co.uk/pencil-tool-course
Pencil tool can be so tricky at times! But I have a dedicated video on it here that might help: ua-cam.com/video/ows4mzaD0hY/v-deo.html also a free downloadable practice sheet on my website 😊
I am learning how to do this now. After you customize a font do you send the client the original font file still? Also do they have to purchase a separate font license even if its customized? Or do you just send them the customized version of the font in outlines?
Hope the video has helped! So I actually never tweak or change the original font as this was created by someone else and font creation isn't my forte. You just have to make sure the fonts you are supplying compliment the logos you have designed. I always supply my clients with 3 complimentary fonts. One that can be used for headings, one for subheadings and another for body copy. These all compliment the original logo and one another too. The client will have to purchase their own license for the font. Hope that helps x
Thank you for this video! I somehow can't get the pencil tool to work correctly. It doesn't change the existing path; it just creates a new one. I really don't know what I'm doing wrong. Someone help?
No problem, glad I could help! Pencil tool can be really tricky to get the hand of, that's why I made a dedicated video on it here: ua-cam.com/video/ows4mzaD0hY/v-deo.html also has free practice sheets you can download to get better! Hope it helps 😊
Abi you are amazing!!!! I would never ever be able to learn design essentials by myself if you didn't do these videos! I am learning so so much!!!! Thank you!! I am studying e-learning at university and I want to learn how to design everything (like icons) for e-learning-programs by myself. I Think it's a huge plus when you are able to design everything beautifully.
Hi! As I followed a recommendation I modified the letters of a font I got, however, how do you apply these changes to the communication such as the website typography? Theoretically, the letters should be also modified as we did it in the logo, but I don't know how professionals work with it? Did you have such a problem? I am not sure what to do because I am building a website design for this brand and now logo letters and a typeface I wanted to use for headings look very different.
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I'm a communication design student in the 5th semester. And honestly I really do learn a lot more about design from your videos than I did in my entire degree. You're such a great inspiration. THANK YOU SO MUCH!! And pls never stop doing what you do.
Wow thank you 💛Thank you for the kind words and support, glad the videos are helpful 😊
Same. I'm currently in college for a web design degree. I learn more from her videos than in school.
Thats kinda sad guys..
That's so true. Just discovering and watching this video now, but I swear, 2nd year in, I've been learning all the adobe programs better with UA-cam videos than from my professor.
I totally agree with you. Graduated from uni, but none of the professors taught us about all those tools and how to use them. Isn’t it kind of sad that they expect all their students to know these beforehand? like… they’re there to learn from scratch?…
Babe you've literally just taught me more about illustrator than a full year of my graphic design classes. Thanks a million omg
haha, I don't know if this is good or bad 😂 But glad I could help!!
I really don't know if thank you is a good enough word to use to express how much I appreciate your videos. Many persons have skills, but only few know how to teach others that skill.
Wow thank you, this comment, it means a lot, glad I'm able to teach and inspire other people 💛
Just know that if you ever open a group course to teach us how to create great logos! I’m in! Your videos are so refreshing!!!
Well this is nice to hear 😊 Thank you for the kind words!
So helpful as always Abi. Feels like I learn more from you than I do in my graphic design classes ♡
Happy to help! Glad the videos have been useful, appreciate your support😊
Watching u is amazing… it gives me instant satisfaction of clean nice designs. Thank u ! Keep up this amazing work! U deserve the best!
Great to hear this, thank you 😊
Nice Abi! - For rectangle option with eraser tool it's option(alt) AND spacebar - for anyone that got confused on that one. ;)
You are so inspiring, a huge fan of your work. Thanks for this video, really useful. Greatings from Costa Rica💗
Thank you!! Glad I can be of inspiration 😊 I appreciate the support💛
You’re amazing! Found you today and you have inspired me to get back to it. You make things so much easier to understand. Thanks, Abi!
Also, what size art boards do you use during your logo design process? I’m always unsure of what size to use. Thank you!
Wow this is amazing to hear! Glad I can be a source of inspiration, you got this, I wish you the best!😊
love her videos, she´s too smart and spire a lot of cretivity.
Appreciate the love and support! 😊
She is made for this
She became lighting in this
Shining through and I can't stop learning
Thank you for the free trial of Skillshare, Abi!! 😍 Love from Paris! 😇🇲🇫
Also very nice to actually learn more about Illustrator tools, I've started using the pen tool last week because of one of your videos and ooooh myyyyyyyy 🤩🤩
My pleasure!! Such a great platform to learn from☺️ yay I’m glad you were able to learn about some more tools!! You need to try the curvature tool it’s a life changer!
Thank you! Its was the best explanation possible fo the tools.
I jave no words. Thanks a lot. ❤
Glad it was helpful 😊
Such a cool video! I'm excited to try these tools out the next chance I get 😁
Glad you enjoyed it! 😊
THIS IS WHAT I NEEDED
Glad I could help! 😊
OMG your Video is really helpful that what I need indeed. Thanks for u video. The video is pretty good
Glad it was helpful!
I watched ur video and trying to learn and apply same. But not working. I am doing it on window i dont find command key. Also with eraser +space not working please help i really need eraser + space features
Thanks so much for this! How do you rotate that "C" letter? I can't figure it out, even after googling
Nice but you should definitely use graphic tablet for drawing shapes with pencil tool
I've tried but I'm so much better with a mouse! Each to their own!
Abi, you are amazing like all your videos, Specially I like your expression while watching videos, It is so charming & energetic, Thank you so much for all your videos, I'm always looking for your new video...
Thank you for the kind words! ☺️ glad you’ve been enjoying the videos! Appreciate your support💛
the pencil tool doesn't work like that for me
Thank u very much . one of the good narrative styles u got
Appreciate it, thank you 😊
Awesome explaining!
Glad it was helpful! 😊
this is just what i wanted to learn! thank you so much!
Glad I could help! 😊
Nice video, but I'm using a Windows pc and I wasn't able to get those anchor points. Please how exactly did you get them?
Awesome helpful and I love your mood❤
Glad it was helpful! 😊
Hi, the pencil doesn't work for me :( Its creating like a black snake instead of filling the letter with black, and if I complete the path of the pencil to fill it with black, it will fill it in black in the white parts but white in the black parts
thank you
Holding the spacebar while using the eraser does NOT allow me to make a rectangular selection. How did you do that?
Hey there would make one more video of same things in Photoshop 2018+
It would be very kind of you....! Please...!
Hi there! I only really use photoshop for photos and mock ups, I do all my typography work in Illustrator😊
can u do a tutorial were you dont skip th ehard parts, like letter c, g, e, and s?
amazing.
Thanks!😊
Thanks Abi ❤
Glad to be of help, hope you enjoyed the video ☺️
@@abiconnick very enjoyed, i love abi content, keep going 💪
Can you do this on I Pad or just desktop?
Yes you can do it on Ipad or drawing tablet also!
wow
I'm just starting and your videos give me so much inspiration and knowledge.
Trying to figure out fonts and all the license stuff so I have a question about Envato Elements that you always advertise. If one has a subscription does it mean they can download fonts and use it in any project without additional pay?
Glad you’ve been enjoying the videos! So if you have an envato account you hold the license for any of the fonts downloaded and do not need to pay anything extra. Your client will also need a license to be able to use the font and i find most of the fonts are available to buy on creative market (singularly) or on other font websites.
@@abiconnick thank u so much for the clarification and for the valuable content you deliver, you're amazing!
Having trouble with the Pencil Tool section. No matter what I do, the letters don't change like yours do.
Also my eraser tool doesn't make shapes with the space bar. Any tips? Thanks!
hey abi, sorry can i ask you are you doing this on the 22 illustrator or the 23? since im still at the 2020 illustrator, and i dont think i can see some of the tools that youre using here nor your shorts, thanks !
At the time of filming it was 22 I believe 😊
@@abiconnick cant believe you actually replied this fast! kudos your content actually made me believe i can do stuff, thank you! love from bali ❤️
Hey!, i love the tone and mood of the tutorial, but can anyone tell me why my stuff isnt working like hers? :( the pencil tool just leaves a path and when i tried to use the eraser tool and pressed space i just move the whole canvas.
You need to adjust your pencil tool settings, I have an in-depth video on the tool here: ua-cam.com/video/ows4mzaD0hY/v-deo.html
@@abiconnick thanks, ill check it out
Hey Abi, or if anyone can answer my question that’d be great, for some reason when I use my pencil tool to do that wavy thing on the font, it doesn’t work? Am I missing something?
Pencil tool is a tricky one sometimes, I have a video dedicated to it here that should help: ua-cam.com/video/ows4mzaD0hY/v-deo.html hopefully that's of help, if not I actually have a course coming out all on the tool soon!!
NOT WORKING am I missing out on something?
Guys please help...
I tried opening anchors by clicking control+shift+O it opens my graphics card% display layout!
I just love you😻
Love from Israel 🇮🇱💗
Aww thank you!! Much love from the UK😊
❤️❤️
Hiii, Abi! Is this also work in adobe 2020?
Yes it should do, adobe very rarely change to much in their programs
Lol! The rubber tool! That word has another meaning to Americans. We call it the eraser tool.
And the rubber tool in America is condom😮
I love her inspiring attitude! She is just simply the best design instructor in the whole wide world. Lots of love, Abi. :)
Thank you, this means a lot! I hope the videos are useful & you’re learning a lot from them, I appraise the love & support 😊💛
whole wide world🤣🤣🤣
You are teaching me so much! I’m a second year graphic design student. Such helpful videos thank you! X
So glad you're learning from the videos😊 It's why I create them in the first place, so thank you for this comment! I wish you the best at Uni/College💛
Loved it! I'm about to start working on type manipulation for a client so this came at a great time lol. I usually gravitate towards the blob brush tool instead of the pencil tool when making customizations
Thank you! ☺️ I’ve never really used the blob brush, I sometimes use just the brush, but I will have to give it a go! 😊
have you used the 2022 ver of ai? did the pencil tool change? because i've always used this way as well and on this version i can't anymore and i don't know if it's me or they changed it...
Yes I do, but my pencil tool works the same, how strange? I have an updates version of the video coming soon along with some handy Illustrator tools, so hopefully that can help!
Abi is the sweetest person in the whole wide world ❤️ Her attitude just inspires me and I always see a smile on her face. Love your videos and never forget how proud of you I am 🥺💫
You are the sweetest person!! Thank you so much angel!! Love reading your comments each week 🧡
When I outline the letters and try to select anchor points using the direct selection tool it moves the whole letter. It does not allow me to adjust the anchor points. Can you tell me why? Thank you so much!
Are you sure you are using the direct selection tool and not just the selection tool? If you are, try double clicking into the grouped work and then selecting one letter, then see if you can move anchor points. Sorry this is a bit hard to explain over a comment, but I have an updated video on this coming soon, so will be sure to go over it 😊
Have you ever used Affinity Designer? I would love to know your review about this tool.
I have not! Open to trying it tho!
Are your videos easy to understand? thank you
My pencil tool is not creating wavy lines like in your video . Are there special settings ?
Yes this can depend on the settings, try this video: ua-cam.com/video/ows4mzaD0hY/v-deo.html and if you want even more help with the pencil tool I actually have a course dedicated to it here; www.abiconnick.co.uk/pencil-tool-course 😊
Omg abi I'm soo glad for this video and your tips. There's alot I didn't know I could do in illustrator I'm trying get better with my typeface. Please do more videos like this in logo and branding design 😊
Noted, more videos on the way! 👀 Thank you for your kind comment 💛
What’s the trick to the pencil tool? I got it to work on my A but not the N
As boring as it sounds practice, it can be a really tricky tool to get used to using but it's really beneficial! Have a video on it here: ua-cam.com/video/ows4mzaD0hY/v-deo.html
Every time I try to use the pencil tool like that, it doesn't work for me. I make sure that the fill is black but then when I create whatever line, the fill goes blank.
That's odd! Can I ask what system you use, mac or pc?
@@abiconnick PC, surface pro 8
Hi Abi, I can't get my pencil to add to the shape! What am I doing wrong? What are your settings on the pencil tool? This is driving me crazy!
Ok, but what should you do when you have to customaze a sans serif font but at the same time keep it looking clean and neat and not cartoonish? It's hard.
I just got illustrator today and command shift o don’t create anchor point for me and direct selection tool moves all the text not what it’s doing for you, any ideas on what I’m doing wrong?
This is odd, maybe check you're keyboard shortcuts, it most likely moves all the text because it's grouped, It's difficult to explain over a comment, but I am planning on bring out another video like this where all keyboard commands will be on screen to follow. The best piece of advice I can give is just be patient and spend time messing around in Illustrator, I know at the start it's such an overwhelming program, but the more you familiarise yourself with it, the better you'll get 😊
@@abiconnick thank you so much! I figured it out for some reason the anchor points just didn’t show up but the shortcut worked and i was able to complete my first logo with your help!! I have been a photoshop girl for the last 10 years but want to start doing graphic design full time so your videos are the bestttttt
@@ArtdealHer Love hearing this! So glad I can be of help
hey Abi I tried to do the command + shift + o but it didn't work I don't know where the command button is on my hp laptop please can you help me
My pencil tool makes the fill region in the wrong side :( how can i fixed it?
So this 64 year old just learned a ton of stuff in about 12 minutes!!! You are a great instructor! Thank you for sharing!
Thank you, I really appreciate this comment 😊 Glad the video was informative and of help!
i've been a designer for 7 years and I never knew about the rubber tool wtf 😭
Can you do an video where you present your most useful shortcuts you found out about Illustrator? The eraser with the space bar would not be the last one that is pretty useful, but literally nobody knows😅🙌
Have never thought of this! I will note it down, thank you for the idea😊
Beginner here, my pencil doesnt fill the space, it just makes a line. when trying to make the curve for the B' it just shows me a line
Ooh that's strange. Take a look at your pencil settings (double click the pencil tool) and play with the options. I think if you click 'fill new pencil strokes' that might help!
New in graphic design and you are just amazing learned a lot new things today... Make such informative videos more
Thank you so much, so nice to hear!
I need to buy a shawl for my mom and that's why I'm savings my money......I had a lot of things that I want to do so ...... As I'm growing I feel so frustrated why I can't make money so easily It hurts sometimes Best of luck everyone.....And Do you think it's possible for me to be a graphic designer just a finest one :)
Nothing worth having comes easy! Keep going 😊 It will all day off one day
You are so bright and upbeat and adorable! And your tutorial is top notch!!! Thank you!
Ahh thanks so much :)
I tried following what you did, but for some reason it wouldn't let me move the anchor point. And when I did get it to move, it wasn't smooth, it jumped around too much. Is there some setting you have on yours that allows you to do what you did or am I doing something wrong?
For the anchor point to move, you need to select it with the direct selection tool then drag it independently from everything else. For the jumping around, that could be a couple of things. Is your canvas too small? Do you have "Snap to grid" on? Is "snap to pixels" on?
Thank you for your creativity .
When you customise a font, do you own the rights to it?
Or do you still have to pay to use it?
Can you save each letter and then write it as a new font?
Regards
Still have to pay to use it :)
Hi how are things! Greetings from Argentina. I saw it more than 10 times to the part of the pencil. I can't manage to achieve the same use you give it in the "Pencil Tool" minute. What am I doing wrong?
Hi! Appreciate the support!! The pencil tool can be really tricky, that's why I made a dedicated video on it here: ua-cam.com/video/ows4mzaD0hY/v-deo.html also has a free exercise sheet for you to download and get better at using it! Hope it helps 😊
Ive been watching your videos and i've always wondered what tools you were using to achieve your ideas. This video is a godsend because this answers all my questions so thank you :)
No worries, glad the video could be of help! Thank you for your support😊💛
Yeah the pencil tool is just absolutely crazy. Changed my entire life.
What would we do without it!!!
But it can also cause legal issues if the font licence forbids customizing and using that for commercial. I recommend to always read the licence before
Great point, should always read the license first!
Heyy, i did every step you’ve done and when i move the top of the letter A, it moves while creating a curve line, how can i do so it keeps straight?
What tool are you using? If it's the pencil tool you need to change the setting on it 😊
Why doesn't my pen tool work like this? Am I missing a hot key when you draw over an object?
Do you mean the pencil tool? You have to make sure you pick up the anchor point when running the tool over the shape! It can be tricky to get right so keep giving it a go☺️
Hii Abi, for logo design which one you prefer ? Illustrator or Photoshop ?
Illustrator as it's a vector based program 😊
does somebody know how can i activate the smooth tool for pencil? i only have 3 opctions but not smooth tool
If it’s not in your tools panel you may need to add it! There should be a more options or 3 lines on the panel that you can click on and it will take you to more tools! Then just drag the smooth tool into your tools panel☺️
Pencil tool is not working for me when manipulating type!! anyone else have this issue?
Maybe try adjusting the settings of it, it can be tricky to get the hang of, but when you do, it's game changing! I have actually just realised a in-depth course all on the pencil tool if you're interested: www.abiconnick.co.uk/pencil-tool-course
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the pencil didnt work with me, because i couldnt create a new path like u did...this is so
stressful
Pencil tool can be so tricky at times! But I have a dedicated video on it here that might help: ua-cam.com/video/ows4mzaD0hY/v-deo.html also a free downloadable practice sheet on my website 😊
Oh god thanks you save my work class for today bcs I don't know how to use illustrator lmao
Glad I could help! 😊
where are you from? because im from brazil and i can understand very well what you say
Glad to hear it :) I'm from the UK
I tried to use the pencil in the same way but it didn't work for me, why? :-
Can be a really tricky tool to get the hand of! I have a dedicated video on it here that should help: ua-cam.com/video/ows4mzaD0hY/v-deo.html
Hi! How did you slant the C like that?
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Thanks!
Do you recall what font this is?
I tried rubber and space bar, i cant cut in rectangle shape...space bar changes to hand tool
Check your keyboard shortcuts, see if that helps!
Great video! Thank you for sharing.😀
No problem :)
I am learning how to do this now. After you customize a font do you send the client the original font file still? Also do they have to purchase a separate font license even if its customized? Or do you just send them the customized version of the font in outlines?
Hope the video has helped! So I actually never tweak or change the original font as this was created by someone else and font creation isn't my forte. You just have to make sure the fonts you are supplying compliment the logos you have designed. I always supply my clients with 3 complimentary fonts. One that can be used for headings, one for subheadings and another for body copy. These all compliment the original logo and one another too.
The client will have to purchase their own license for the font. Hope that helps x
what about commands for a PC?
Thank you for this video! I somehow can't get the pencil tool to work correctly. It doesn't change the existing path; it just creates a new one. I really don't know what I'm doing wrong. Someone help?
No problem, glad I could help! Pencil tool can be really tricky to get the hand of, that's why I made a dedicated video on it here: ua-cam.com/video/ows4mzaD0hY/v-deo.html also has free practice sheets you can download to get better! Hope it helps 😊
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Abi you are amazing!!!! I would never ever be able to learn design essentials by myself if you didn't do these videos! I am learning so so much!!!! Thank you!! I am studying e-learning at university and I want to learn how to design everything (like icons) for e-learning-programs by myself. I Think it's a huge plus when you are able to design everything beautifully.
Your videos are genuinely helpful to me as a graphic design student
Happy to hear it! Wish you the best as a student and success in the design industry 😊
So this is top-notch graphic design nowadays. 🤪
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Hi! As I followed a recommendation I modified the letters of a font I got, however, how do you apply these changes to the communication such as the website typography? Theoretically, the letters should be also modified as we did it in the logo, but I don't know how professionals work with it?
Did you have such a problem? I am not sure what to do because I am building a website design for this brand and now logo letters and a typeface I wanted to use for headings look very different.