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How do you make a distressed texture in Illustrator?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 7:20 pm

In this tutorial, we will be exploring how to create a distressed texture in Adobe Illustrator. By following these simple steps, you can create a realistic texture that will fit in any design project.

1. Start by creating a new document in Illustrator.

2. Select the Pen and Inkscape tool on the toolbar and create a new document.

3. Select the Rectangular Marquee tool and draw a rectangle around your image.

4. Select the Eraser tool and erase all of the background.

5. Select the Brush tool and set the Flow to Low.

6. Paint over the entire image with the Brush tool, making sure to apply the distress texture to all of the areas that you want to distress.

7. To create a more realistic texture, you can use the Patch tool to add more texture to specific areas.

8. When you are finished, you can saved your file as a .

ai file.

By following these simple steps, you can create a distressed texture in Adobe Illustrator that will fit in any design project.

PRO TIP: Please be aware that creating a distressed texture in Adobe Illustrator can be a complex process. There are many steps involved, and if you are not familiar with the software, it is easy to make mistakes that can result in a less than satisfactory final product.
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