Color Freedom – Using the Recolor Artwork Tool in Adobe Illustrator

Unlock Your Creative Potential with Adobe Illustrator Color!

Are you looking to master color in your illustrating and design projects? Adobe Illustrator makes the process of using, editing, and mastering color fun and accessible. Do you struggle with color palettes or finding harmonious color combinations? Tired of tedious, one-by-one color changes? Wish there was a faster, more inspiring way to experiment with colors in your artwork?

If you've answered yes to any of these questions, this class is for you! We'll dive into the powerful Recolor Artwork Tool in Adobe Illustrator, my go-to tool for transforming your artwork. Learn to quickly and easily change colors and discover innovative color combinations you never thought possible. Get ready to experience color freedom and a renewed sense of inspiration in your art!

Note: This class assumes a basic understanding of Adobe Illustrator. If you're new to Illustrator, consider starting with my surface pattern design classes, Pattern Camp Level I and Pattern Camp Level II, to build a solid foundation.

What You’ll Learn:

• What can and can't be recolored with the Recolor Artwork Tool
• How to effectively choose a color palette for your designs
• Creating and saving custom color palettes and color groups
• Understanding Pantones – what they are and when to use them
• Converting colors and artwork to Pantones for print consistency
• Utilizing the color randomizer within the Recolor Artwork Tool for unexpected results
• Leveraging color groups to test different colorways efficiently
• Manually changing colors with precision using the Recolor Artwork Tool
• Locking colors to maintain specific elements
• Saving different colorways for easy access and iteration

What You’ll Need:

• A computer
• Adobe Illustrator (Start a free trial here!)