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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| lay text down on a flat plane | 2/8/2012 | Markzware |
| Q: How can I lay text down in CS3 Illustrator Mac so it looks like its on a flat plane but going back ... A: Here are a couple of ways to lay text down in Illustrator CS3 for Mac: METHOD 1 1. Using the ... | ||
| batch conversion from PDF to AI | 2/2/2012 | Tom Rouze |
| Q: I need to convert a large amount of pdf files into AI (CS5, is there anyway of doing it in a batch ... A: I'm not sure what you are trying to accomplish with this type of file conversion. Typically people ... | ||
| Color swatches | 1/27/2012 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: Some of my students are experiencing problems with the swatches panel. It does not show any of the ... A: Startup Illustrator and do not open an image. If you do not see the swatches, quit and then hold ... | ||
| Illustrator | 1/17/2012 | Amy |
| Q: please can you offer advice on the following: I am in the process of designing new graphics for my ... A: To add perspective in Illustrator, use the Perspective grid tool. Watch this video. ... | ||
| Illustrator - file size | 1/11/2012 | Markzware |
| Q: I'm a self-taught graphic designer and I'm unsure about the way I've been preparing files to send to ... A: Karyn, Based on your response, it seems you have some jobs that do not have the images embedded. To ... | ||
| Illustrator - file size | 1/11/2012 | Markzware |
| Q: I'm a self-taught graphic designer and I'm unsure about the way I've been preparing files to send to ... A: Karyn. An .AI file is actually a PDF, so for instance, if your image is 30 mb, then your .AI file ... | ||
| Illustrator - file size | 1/9/2012 | Markzware |
| Q: I'm a self-taught graphic designer and I'm unsure about the way I've been preparing files to send to ... A: Karyn. If you are using Adobe Illustrator CS5, then by default it will embed the graphics in the ... | ||
| Illustrator | 12/29/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: This is a continuation of a previous answer [The easiest way is to convert the items into a Live ... A: You have to select each individual item or items to change the stroke (outline) color. In your ... | ||
| Illustrator CS5 | 12/28/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: What is the best and simplest way to give each outline (hair, skin, shirt, etc.) of a vectorized ... A: The easiest way is to convert the items into a Live Paint Group by selecting the objects you wish to ... | ||
| Flattening Images | 12/22/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I know this may sound dumb, but how can I flatten a large existing image so I can make small changes ... A: In the layers panel, go to Flatten Image. The issue however, sounds like you have a lot of effects ... | ||
| Illustrator CS4 masking | 12/21/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: Hey Kevin, I'm wondering if it is at all possible to create a clipping mask with a series of lines? ... A: A stroked line will not mask. If you select the lines, you can go to Object>Expand and this will ... | ||
| background trouble | 12/3/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: i have a logo which is all done on a white background and looks awesome. i want to change the ... A: Have you checked to make sure you have no stroke on your lettering? If you show no stroke, check the ... | ||
| Adobe Illustrator | 12/2/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: what are the features & limitations of the file formats & graphic image types produced using Adobe ... A: I'm not really sure the context of the question so I am going to give you my broad answer. Adobe ... | ||
| adobe illustrator cs3 | 11/26/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: Is there any way we can only get missing font notification and not open the document in adobe ... A: There is no way to get a notification, but if you view the document using Adobe Bridge you can see ... | ||
| How to change gradient colors to a specific color at the same time! | 10/26/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: Kevin! I am LUCK, using AI CS5. I applied many gradient colors in my file and I noted that most ... A: You don't need to try all options, just select one item with the gradient you wish to change, then ... | ||
| Illustrator not recognising font | 10/25/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I am using Illustrator CS4 and have today installed Helvetica Neue font to my C drive, font folder ... A: Are you utilizing some sort of font management software like Suitcase or Font Explorer? This sounds ... | ||
| Illustrator not recognising font | 10/25/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I am using Illustrator CS4 and have today installed Helvetica Neue font to my C drive, font folder ... A: You are right on both counts, you could have an incompatible font (especially if it is a free web ... | ||
| AI 9 - Can't use most filters or Effects | 10/24/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I'm on AI 9 on a PC, and I'm trying to add effects or filters. I can do things like drop shadow & ... A: Your documents need to be in RGB Color mode, not just the image. Also, Stained glass works best with ... | ||
| How to change gradient colors to a specific color at the same time! | 10/22/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: Kevin! I am LUCK, using AI CS5. I applied many gradient colors in my file and I noted that most ... A: Have you tried to select same fills using the Select menu? Select an object with the gradient fill, ... | ||
| invert artwork | 10/19/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I would like to know if you can invert artwork in Illustrator to print it looking like a negative? A: You can always go to your print settings under "Output" and change it to separations negative. If ... | ||
| Illustrator DXF exports to AutoCAD | 10/17/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I'm exporting my Illustrator drawings as DXF files and DWG files in order to open them in AutoCAD ... A: This is a normal (and frustrating) function when in AutoCAD. If you require your lines to be ... | ||
| Adding screen | 10/12/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: Is there a way to add a 10% screen of black to a Pantone color swatch? I need to prep a file for two ... A: You could add a black shape over the area with a 10% opacity, but it could change your PMS colors ... | ||
| Resizing | 10/11/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: When making a circle using the eclipse tool the shape is coming out as an oval. If I change my W ... A: Hold the shift key when you create an ellipse will keep it circular. But after you are done and want ... | ||
| Diploma font shading? | 10/5/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: Do you know how to achieve the shading used on professional certificates and diplomas? I've attached ... A: One way to achieve this is to use a pattern fill. Basically, duplicate the word, then create ... | ||
| changing the AI swatch | 10/4/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I got an AI file as a free download. When I open it, it appears in the swatch panel - it's basically ... A: It sounds like the lines are already separate pieces to the background. If you cannot select the ... | ||
| eps file converted from jpg | 9/25/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I have a file that was originally produced as a jpg. I'm sending it to a company to make an award, ... A: Does your award company need a Vector eps file or just a raster eps file. Normally, when a company ... | ||
| use type tool inside shape | 9/14/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I want to type inside a crescent shape that I created using the circle tool and the "subtract" ... A: You will need to expand the shape. I'm assuming you are using an older version of Illustrator, in ... | ||
| fonts not turning off | 8/31/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I am working in OS X 10.5.8 with CS4 and have a font issue. When using illustrator all 980 of the ... A: Easy answer - Font Book sucks. You will need to remove all but the core system fonts and then use a ... | ||
| Wacom Tablet | 8/21/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I've recently started doing illustrations using Illustrator CS1, mainly portraits whereby I scan the ... A: A newer Wacom tablet will help, but the issue is with the pencil tool itself. If you double-click ... | ||
| Illustrator | 8/20/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: Does any version of Adobe Illustrator work proficiently with an OS 10.4.11 operating system? A: Illustrator CS3 was designed for Mac os 10.4 Tiger. When it comes to versions, it's not ... | ||
| selecting hidden layers | 8/12/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: In illustrator CS4 or CS5, is there a way to select all layers, both visible and hidden, so that I ... A: If you hold the shift key down and highlight the layers (even hidden) in the layer panel by clicking ... | ||
| Fonts in 10 vs. CS | 8/9/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I'm using a 1950s style TrueType font (called Fontdinerdotcom) in a file in Illustrator 10. But when ... A: You are dealing with significantly outdated software and the changes were needed at the time due to ... | ||
| links missing | 8/9/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I have been using illustrator for four years but all of a sudden I have files with all the links ... A: By "missing links" do you mean that they are embedded and are no longer linked files or do you mean ... | ||
| Exporting | 8/5/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: Iam trying to export a business card design in to high res Jpeg format,but after exporting the image ... A: You need to create your artboard/document size to the exact size of the business card. Creating a ... | ||
| Illustrator CS5.5 will not open | 8/3/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: Kevin, I just bought Creative Suite CS5 Design Standard. I loaded it and used Illustrator and ... A: Are you using a font manager (font explorer, suitcase)? If not your count may be wrong and you may ... | ||
| Page Size | 7/28/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I have just simply been wondering why in Illustrator does it have a maximum page size? I know that ... A: Its not an "issue" it is the limitations of the software. With Illustrator being a vector program, ... | ||
| Saving Illustrator File to a high res so it can be blown up | 7/18/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I am trying to figure out how to save my image from Illustrator CS4 to a high res jpeg image so I ... A: When you go to create a new document, change the document size to 20" x 30". Don't just hit OK and ... | ||
| Saving Illustrator File to a high res so it can be blown up | 7/14/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: I am trying to figure out how to save my image from Illustrator CS4 to a high res jpeg image so I ... A: You will have to design your vector image at 20x30 in full size and make sure you are exporting at ... | ||
| Edges of colored objects & fonts over black background not displaying correctly. | 7/13/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: Stohlmeyer, I have a problem with the edges of colored objects and fonts showing up as horrid gray ... A: I have a feeling it is your monitor. Check your resolution and change it to the highest setting and ... | ||
| Illustrator. | 7/11/2011 | Kevin Stohlmeyer |
| Q: Some white horizontal lines (about 1pt size)appeared whenever I placed a psd /tiff file in to ... A: This is common and normally it occurs when you resize raster files in Illustrator. Try saving out as ... | ||
Adobe Illustrator
Kevin Stohlmeyer
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
I am an Adobe Certified Instructor. I can answer all your questions about Adobe Illustrator version 8 through the new Adobe CS5 versions.
Experience
I am an Adobe Certified Instructor for Adobe Illustrator and have been teaching this application to college students for the past 6 years. I now teach this as a corporate instructor.
Organizations
Milwaukee Adobe Users Group
National Association of Photoshop Professionals
C2 Graphics Productivity Solutions
Education/Credentials
BA - Graphic Design
Adobe Certified Instructor - Illustrator
Adobe Community Professional
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