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How do you make a vector portrait in Illustrator?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 6:23 pm

Making a vector portrait in Illustrator is a fairly simple process. First, create a basic outline of the person you want to create the portrait of. Next, use the Rectangle tool to create a series of rectangular shapes around the outline. Finally, use the Vector Mask tool to hide certain parts of the image, such as the head, while leaving other parts visible.

PRO TIP: This tutorial is for advanced Adobe Illustrator users. If you are not familiar with the software, we recommend that you find a different tutorial.

When you’re finished, you can use the Path Tool to create a series of smooth lines to fill in the gaps between the shapes. You can also use the Text Tool to add text to the portrait.

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