Getting Started with Adobe Illustrator for Beginners Tutorial

[@hiimriann]

I learned more from your tutorial in 26 mins than from my prof who speaks for 4 hours non-stop... Thank you

[@lorvensgarcon7891]

Lol. That's so true . They talking for no reason

[@sangam9122]

Yes same story

[@peacesupreme]

Same here.

[@raymatt2927]

Same here 12 years ago I took up Graphic design , got my associates degree & however didn't learn no where near as much from my prof, instead we was thrown to the wolves & had to learn from advance students how was trying to learned themselves... so after completing the course in 2 years, that next year got my CDL and start driving trucks instead & was best decision since.

[@jeffkopito1537]

I'm at the just-opened-the-box stage, tried a few other tutorials, and was rapidly discouraged. But found this tutorial and really felt as if I was learning and gaining understanding of the tools and what they do. Thank you for the time you take to teach - it's tremendously helpful and encouraging!

[@MattBorchert]

Awesome, thanks Jeff! It's a complex program, so it will take some time for sure. Best of luck on continuing to learn! :)

[@AmberPlaysRoblox125]

I like your cut g

[@susanhedenberg3898]

Wow Matt! You are a life saver! I am a photographer and a Photoshop Pro. I bought a 3-D laser printer and now have to use vector files. I assumed, both being Adobe products, that using Illustrator would be easy and only a minor learning curve. WRONG!! I have been ‘dead in the water’ in attempting to change my files into vector files. This tutorial gave me the tools to get going and your other tutorials will allow me to refine my workflow. I appreciate how quickly and concisely you explain and demonstrate. I’m definitely a Subscriber now and you have a Fan for Life! Thank you!

[@MattBorchert]

Awesome, so happy the video was helpful Susan! Best of luck making some great things with the 3D laser printer. :)

[@josejohnhalindogo8336]

So, you wanna tell me, I've just learned basics of Illustrator and now I'm better than I was just 30 minutes ago? Wow!

[@rachasane4969]

I do appreciate it for making my day easier. Can you imagine just 7mins of watching this video I Figure out what I have been searching for, for now, I’m knowing & the rest will be history ☺️🙌🏾

[@toastyren]

wow, im so glad i found this video! :) i'm taking a graphic design class in my high school and adobe illustrator is what we're starting with, but i had no clue how anything worked and struggled today in my second day of school 😅 you speak quickly, simply, yet fairly detailed. i love it! thank you so much ❤️

[@SandraDi]

Love how you go through so many Adobe Illustrator basics in this video. Super helpful for beginners :) I love Illustrator and Photoshop. Best graphic design platforms for sure!

[@MattBorchert]

Thanks Sandra!

[@fraserhardmetal7143]

The way to understand any new program is to play with it and explore it before trying to master it. There is no definitive way to master illustrator.. Use it , and learn by doing it; use you tube and absorb the established learning. Allow about 12 months to become reasonably conversant with the software - then it is a learning process.

[@MattBorchert]

I agree! The more time you spend with something, the more quickly you'll find yourself becoming more proficient with it. I hope this video helps some people out with their first few steps. :)

[@nishavasudevan]

This is the first-ever tutorial of illustrator that I watched fully. You have explained it so well for a total beginner like me. Subscribed to the channel. Love from India!

[@MattBorchert]

Thanks Nisha! Glad it was helpful. :)

[@celine97cc]

I love how you explain it in details and even encourage to watch follow-up video which has been uploaded without waiting for next video . Suddenly, I felt confident to do my homework😂. This better than other video , This is what BEGINNER means! 😍 TQ

[@Gizemince]

Tried watching two tutorials before this and they were both so fast for a beginner. This one was great and clear! Thank you!

[@Sketchington]

I've been drawing in Animate for pretty much twenty-two years. I figured I'd finally get into Illustrator. Thank you. This was a huge help.

[@darav7071]

Thank you so much for making a comprehensive beginner tutoral that is not 3 HOURS LONG... seriously, this helped a lot

[@MattBorchert]

Glad it was helpful and not too long :)

[@fadesign4769]

Plz check my illustrator tutorial to create something new

[@rq3322]

Thank you Matt!! I have now passed my topic on illustrator love from France

[@Aprendizzz2009]

I like your Illustrator tutorials... the way you explain topics. Thanks a lot! And I hope that you find the time and the space to keep teaching us as always!!! 👍

[@MattBorchert]

Thank you! I appreciate it. :)

[@gordyaenbenyamin8445]

Thank you so much for your amazing videos . I just started using this app yesterday and I’ve learned so many great things from you. It’s like a a new door to a new world. Really really thank you

[@MattBorchert]

That's awesome to hear, glad they've been helpful. :)

[@fadesign4769]

Plz check my illustrator tutorial to create something new

[@aub15PSH]

I plan to use Illustrator to make images accessible to a student who is blind. This is a great starting point.

How??

[@donnatipotsch2433]

I'm 68 and know nothing, and I actually followed along! Thanks Matt!

[@michaelmurdock6560]

Thanks I used to work with PageMaker years ago. My job changed and I have been working with Photoshop ever since. Now I need to transition to Illustrator. There are a lot of similarities but there is still a lot to learn.

[@kimhavensartist]

This video has help me get back into illustrator. I've haven't been in any adobe applications for many years. I'm excited to return.

[@RachelVioletScott]

Thank you! This was the first video I've watched on Adobe Illustrator. I've undertaken a complex task and I think learning the basics will help me build a foundation to eventually get to the point where I can accomplish it!

[@FlexTuneMusic]

my artboards and canvas are the same color, white. how to change in the classic interface

[@Adhithya2003]

When creating a new Document use WEB LARGE preset

[@olimpyoga-luizfernandoolim9556]

Thanks Matt, your video was just what i needed to get started.

[@lauraarnold7607]

Thaank You! Finally someone how knows how to put things simply and not leave you with a bunch of questions.

[@MattBorchert]

Thanks Laura!

[@sergiocarvalho1233]

Amazing. very fast, accurate and to the point. Thank you

[@lauramalaussene7844]

It's the first time i'm using adobe, thank you for this tutorial which was really helpful!

[@MattBorchert]

Glad to hear it Laura!

[@nadraehrman7590]

Great tutorial! Very easy to follow along and super helpful.

[@adillabrito2470]

I really liked this video because it explains as if I were five and that's what I need.

[@luciana9976]

You are the best teacher, easy to follow along and undestand.

[@mikeyb32976]

Best beginners tutorial I’ve come across yet! Thank you.

[@minderjahal5387]

Just started a Digital illustration class. I will watch this video and probably many others

[@MattBorchert]

Best of luck with your class Minder!

[@fadesign4769]

Plz check my illustrator tutorial to create something new

[@khantzawhtet6896]

Seriously this is the best tutorial ever!

[@MattBorchert]

Happy to hear you found it helpful! :)

[@alyssaterlingen3863]

Such a clear explanation, I've learned quite a lot! Looking forward to the Pen Tool Basics. Thanks!

[@MattBorchert]

Awesome, thanks Alyssa!

[@ivvister2303]

I love this so so so much, I really want to create a bunch of things using this software and I'm getting closer to that goal slightly thanks to this!

[@ronitbonomo9307]

Hi Matt, Im a computer challenged fashion designer. Your tutorials are wonderful, easy to understand and put into practice. Cheers.

[@MattBorchert]

Thanks, glad they're helpful! :)

[@timmytee734]

Finally a tutorial that really is for beginners!

[@aleezawaheed9733]

The only tutorial video that I have watched fully...brief yet well-explained👍

[@mie-chan7210]

This is really very easy to follow! You made Illustrator really less intimidating. Thank you very much!

[@sandralongazo9102]

thank you thank you , I appreciate the words you chose to teach and the your pace of instruction, I was able to understand and follow along without wondering what you just explained a minute ago

[@brucef413]

This was a great start for a person with no AI experience. I would like to learn more about using layers when building a picture. Have you made videos covering this topic? Thanks again.

[@MsNiqueyPoo]

Thank you so much for your thorough lesson for us beginners. I have watched a few other videos before coming across yours. I must say you really help me understand the basics of illustrator by working at a slower pace and explaining everything as you went about it. I will definitely be watching your other videos :)

[@MattBorchert]

Thanks! :)

[@MissPocketsss]

Im trying the self taught method of learning Adobe. These videos have been super helpful. Thank You!

[@999dmontoya]

I'm just getting back into large format printing and this is going to help immensely.

[@ImKingAryan]

Thank you, you gave me the key of Adobe illustrator. Love from Somalia

[@albalmal]

Thanks Matt, your teaching style is great for someone just starting out like me.

[@shanikathomas2226]

Omg thank you sooo much. This was so helpful. I almost quit last night. So glad I found this today.

[@MattBorchert]

Glad you didn't quit! :)

[@fadesign4769]

Plz check my illustrator tutorial to create something new

[@victorokereke_talks.6995]

Great work. You kept it simple and precise 👏👏

[@miss.toonslover]

Thank you so much for this clear and too the point video. I started a new job and I'll be using this along with photoshop and indesign so this is great!!

[@nicholashawkins1017]

I sincerely appreciate this. It was a great place to start learning this tool!!!

[@donachchadeandradanster927]

I’m NOT technologically savvy but this video really simplified the basics and I appreciate that! 👌🏽

[@MattBorchert]

Awesome, glad this was helpful for ya!

[@rominanami9245]

As illustrator is a little bit different to all other similar graphic programs it was confusing for me. I found your video so helpful, thanks for sharing!

[@nadaeltehewey1275]

Just installed illustrator and opened it going through your Toutorial that was very helpful thank you

[@Ms_Complexion_V]

This has helped me so much! Best tutorial on here!!!

[@MattBorchert]

Glad it helped!

[@fadesign4769]

Plz check my illustrator tutorial to learn something new

[@chadweigelt5157]

Thank you for doing these videos, they are very helpful. It is very easy to follow along with your lessons.

[@MattBorchert]

Thanks Chad!

[@chercannon]

This is an awesome video! It is easy to follow and gives a very quite overview for what is needed to get started.

[@daisyfigueroa9305]

SOOOO helpful! Very beginner friendly. I will be checking out all your videos on Adobe. Thank you!

[@MattBorchert]

Thank you! :)

[@tracer7898]

Thank you Matt. this really was a beginners tutorial and perfect from a beginner perspective.

[@MattBorchert]

Great to hear!

[@lex12513]

It worked for my 64-bit PC. Thanks a lot.

[@jenniferwilson8645]

Thank you for this tutorial it was very helpful. I will definitely be checking out your others.

[@mauricioandrestiznadoroman3460]

Wow at last a soft tutorial I can follow! you sir are a genius

[@craigmedwyduk8297]

This is great. Clear and super pro voice :) Thank you! The only thing left is using my mind.

[@MattBorchert]

Glad it was helpful!

[@40g_reef]

This is a GREAT tutorial! I have trouble learning In a classroom, you really helped me out with this video! 😊

[@nottaiyaki]

Thank you for the concise video in today's busy work life, family time etc.

[@ptnalesystemintegrator3241]

man, your video are totally helpful, thanks so much. I'm just learning this stuff for "job standardization", thanks man!

[@MattBorchert]

Glad to help!

[@cheerstocreativity5783]

Thanks so much!! I finally feel like I can do SOMETHING in Illustrator. So much to learn!

[@MattBorchert]

Happy to hear that! 🙌

[@jharnaisrani]

Love this video!! I learnt so much from this as a beginner!! Thanks Matt.

[@frio.o]

OMG! This helped out so much I was confused when I first downloaded illustrator, Because I'm used to photoshop thank you so much this helped me out alot!

[@MattBorchert]

Awesome! Glad you found it helpful. :)

[@joannelaparan507]

Great tutorial. this was really easy to understand. Thank you!

[@thatodinga812]

Thank you your tutorials are so much better than these so called professionals

[@MattBorchert]

Thanks Thato!

[@whyismylife1236]

thanks so much alot of other tutorials put me off of learning how to use it and were confusing, this helped alot.

[@darshanpopo4402]

this was really helpful as a starter. i have subscribed. Although I would like to know how to "TYPE" over curved lines

[@iamtatendazw]

It was really helpful, I got the basics to start using illustrator Thank you

[@kittykathy3113]

You are a great teacher! Thank You so much!!!

[@badshifu]

Hey thanks a lot for this very intuitive video, This has been really helpful especially as a beginner. Will definitely check out your pen tool tutorials as well!!

[@lucid7203]

Keep up the good work 👍

[@Franklutavares]

Man, you're rocks! Thank You for your course !!! I've learned so much!!!

[@triciaoneill8444]

So helpful, thank you! I want to be able to use Ai but get so frustrated trying to use it intuitively, your video was a great introduction. Also, I need to learn more about vectorizing files/images. Will search you channel to see if you've covered that subject matter. Thank you, Tricia

[@cocuyona1]

Awesome video for us beginners!! hope to see/learn more on following videos!! Thank you.

[@MattBorchert]

Thanks Manny!

[@CentreofGravityUK]

Great stuff. Thanks for your help and for the video :)

[@olivebistro8202]

Thank you so much for sharing this how to Ai for beginners like me, I am small restaurant owner trying to make an outdoor banner 22' by 8', I just installed the Adobe Creative cloud on my computer, I am completely new to design, I am learning how to use Illustrator to put the banner together, Please any ideas on how to tackle this challenge or suggestive road map on how to execute would be truly appreciated. The other reason why I am doing it my self is to develop the skills to be able to create future marketing material. Thank you again Matt and everyone for commenting.

[@arethaforde1976]

Excellent video, made it look so simple. Thank you.

[@MattBorchert]

Appreciate the feedback Aretha :)

[@angelhernandez-headden5576]

Super helpful!!! Appreciate it!!! I’ve subscribed and not to watch them all. I’m super new and you did a great job covering all those details!

[@MattBorchert]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@ShoKed01]

Thank you very much. I learned a lot in these 26 mins.

[@alexa_ms]

up to now. Your soft is great too!

[@helmytariq]

thank a lot, its very helpful and i look forward a tutorial on Adobe Illustrator like this in the future..

[@catebutchers3895]

Really easy to follow and understand. Thanks!

[@harshil90]

Thank you for guiding us in comprehending the way☺

[@4Kgaming561]

I am taking that class next year as part of my foreign language level 2 class I am doing level 1 fundamental of tech

[@dericktaylor1270]

Thanks for the tutorial, will check out some of your other videos 👍🏻

[@mingzegao451]

Thank you so much!!!! This is REALLY helpful!

[@MattBorchert]

Glad it was helpful!

[@justenjoylife-93]

Hi Matt, just learning AI in the past week. This is so helpful! Thanks so much!

[@MattBorchert]

Happy to hear it! 🙌

[@burning5775]

This is a hell of video i learned so many things from this.. thank you brother...

[@MattBorchert]

Thank you!

[@Danielt323]

Thanks for keeping it simple!

[@joycekimani9812]

That is really helpful to me. Exactly what I was looking for. I just subscribed hoping to learn more.

[@churpina]

"Change color...ok, that's not a nice color" :D I actually managed to follow and its the first time ever for me using Ai! Thank you for the video! ^_^

[@MattBorchert]

Haha, nice, and thanks!

[@anikabraganca7888]

Simply awesome. Loved this tutorial. Thank you 😊

[@sweetlovejesus213]

This has been so helpful! Thank you!

[@lesliel-nu2kt]

Thanks for your tutorials!

[@Mistergouveia]

So grateful for your videos 👊🏽❤️❤️

[@MattBorchert]

Thank you! Appreciate it.

[@shadablodhi270]

Very nice tutorial for beginners. I have learnt a lot from this video and want to continue. Thanks.

[@MattBorchert]

Great to hear, Shadab. Thank you!