40+ Vector Characters Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Tutorials

23 Jul 2009

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Having a unique design is a must to get your visitor’s attention. Vector characters can establish a memorable image of your site in the reader’s mind. Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop are great for a sketchy or hand-drawn feel. Creating these effects are relatively easy with Live Trace, Live Paint, Brushes and the ability to create you own brushes. This article contains a mixture of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop tutorials that will be a great help to you to create visually appealing cartoon characters.

At the end of this post you will find breathtaking & interesting illustrations from some of the best graphic designers and artists.

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