In this tutorial we will learn how to make a flower using
Adobe Illustrator. This is how it will look at the end.
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Here we go :
1. The Paths. Create the basic paths for the flower using the
pen tool.
2. The Petals. Apply the
Gradient color. Select one of the petals and apply a
linear gradient (using 3 colors as shown bellow) and select
Multiply in
Transparency pallete.
Select the other petals and using the
Eyedropper tool click on the gradient petal to copy the fill. Adjust the
gradient for each petal as needed.
3. The Filament. Make the filament using the
pen tool. Apply a 3 color gradient with the colors you like and select
Multiply in
Transparency pallete.
Duplicate the filament for each petal. It should end up looking like the image bellow.
4. The Center. Use the
Ellipse Tool, make a circle, fill it with
Radial Gradient (as shown) and select
Multiply in
Transparency pallete.
5. The Final. Duplicate the flower and adjust the
transparency as well as the size of the clones. You are finished. Enjoy.
