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Create a Vector Style Illustration in Photoshop
Aug 9th inDr aw i ng by Gustavo Jacinto

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to create an illustration of a model. We'll be creating it in vector style,
though using Photoshops Burn Tool to add some dimensionality to the illustration. By the end you'll have
enough information and practice to create your own. Although, it doesn't require any special ability you
should be proficient in the use of the Pen Tool. Drawing skills would also help, as well as a tablet, though
it's not necessary.

Author: Gustavo Jacinto
A Brazilian graphic designer and photographer.
Third Place Tutorial Winner
This is the third place winning tutorial form the PSDTUTS First Tutorial Writing Contest. See the results of
the contesthe re. Congratulations to Gustavo Caetano Jacinto, and everyone enjoy the tutorial!
Final Image Preview
Let's take a look at the image we'll be creating. Click the screenshot below to view the full-size image. As
always, the layered Photoshop file is available via our PSDTUTS Plus membership.
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Step 1
Before we start we need to find our inspiration. For this tutorial, I used this photograph I found at
Stockvault. After downloading the image, open it in Photoshop.
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Step 2
You'll be using many layers to create this artwork, so try to keep everything organized. Create a new layer
over the image and name it "Head." Then grab your Pen Tool (P), and make sure it's set to Paths.
Step 3

Hold Ctrl + Space to select your Zoom Tool. Then zoom into the model's face. Trace the outline of her
face. Don't worry about the parts covered by the hair. They'll be taken care of soon. After finishing, select
the color #decfb8 and fill the shape.

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swankyjungle21108

Great tutorial mate. Here's the video tutorial for those who prefer video over text like me - http://bit.ly/cXQPGN

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