Adobe Illustrator's vector graphics come in two basic types: open and closed shapes. Straight lines, s-curves, squiggles and partial ellipses all fall in the open category. Circles, rectangles and ...

Leading defines the distance between the baselines of two consecutive lines of type. Adobe Illustrator enables you to use two different kinds of leading when you create point- and area-type objects, ...

I show how to use basic tools like the rectangle, ellipse, and pencil, and how to move and change shapes with the selection tools. I also explain layers, colors, and how to keep things organized. This ...