Real World Adobe Illustrator 9

by Deke McClelland and Sandee Cohen

Offers students and professionals techniques and timesaving tips for using their software every day. This book is intended for any beginner to advanced level course in Computer Graphics, Web Graphics,... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0201704056
• ISBN13: 9780201704051
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Peachpit Press
• Length: 839 Pages
• Weight: 3.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.7" x 7.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

The Ultimate Guide for Adobe® Illustrator 10 users!

Whether you are brand new to Illustrator, or an experienced user, you won't be disappointed! Deke has a way of writing and explaining in everyday common language, making it extremely easy to understand and follow along. I have purchased many titles written by Deke and have never been disappointed. Each book I have purchased has taught me many new and exciting ways of using Illustrator in my graphics design business. You don't have to be a graphic designer to appreciate the knowledge Deke has of the program. You will be impressed with the many tips and tricks he reveals. BUY IT! You won't regret it!

Deke delivers...as usual!!

I have to be up front and say I bought this book after seeing one of the authors was Deke McClelland. As soon as I saw that, it was a no-brainer. For those of you not familiar with his writing style, two words come to mind: exacting and light-hearted. Okay, maybe that's three words (sort of), but in any event he and his co-author Sandee do a bang up job in this book. They go over each and every new/current/old feature ever known to Illustrator. The book is an easy read with simple explanations that are interwoven with humorous observations to keep your interest. I consider myself an intermediate user of Illustrator and really enjoyed reading this book to learn about all the new features in Illustrator (true transparency baby!) This book is meant for the novice to intermediate user. Advanced users, save your money...or read the manual. In short, it is a great book you won't regret buying!! Thanks to Deke and Sandee for all their work!!

Great tips and tricks

I've been using Illustrator for several years now. I bought this book because I was a little lost with Illustrator 9. Am I glad I did. Not only did I learn about the new features, but I also learned shortcuts that have been around for a while. Anyone who wants to master Illustrator 9 should have this book.

I'm loving this book...

One of my goals in 2000 was to learn Adobe Illustrator and I'm well on my way. I started with version 8 and recently upgraded to version 9. In the past, I had purchased The Visual Quickstart Guide to Illustrator 8 as well as Illustrator 8 Wow book. To acquaint myself with the new features of 9, I first read the manual included with the program (Yawn). I think we all know how the included manuals can be. Then I saw that this book was to be released so I placed my order and am glad I did.This book is very thorough in covering every teeny-weeny aspect of the Illustrator program. Add to that, a good dose of humor sprinkled throughout the book and you've got an entertaining and educational book - dare I say, it's edutainment? Ok... I dare not. Great for the beginner and novice user.