Vector Polygonal Background Tutorial for Illustrator
A tutorial published on September 14, 2014, demonstrates creating a vector polygonal pattern in Adobe Illustrator using the Pattern Make feature. The process involves duplicating squares into a grid, adjusting anchor points with the Direct Selection Tool to ensure tileability, and applying colors. The pattern is then exported to Photoshop for further color adjustments and overlay effects. The final output is a wallpaper suitable for laptops or iPhones. The tutorial includes a downloadable Illustrator source file.
Key facts
- Published September 14, 2014
- Tutorial uses Illustrator's Pattern Make feature
- Grid of squares is created and anchor points are moved for tileability
- Colors applied in greyscale for later adjustment in Photoshop
- Pattern exported to Photoshop for color overlays and blend modes
- Final output is a wallpaper for laptops or iPhones
- Downloadable Illustrator source file provided
Entities
Institutions
- Adobe
- Pattern Library