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Developers of plugins for Adobe Illustrator. And we're damn good at it: https://linktr.ee/astutegraphics

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Fill that empty space with Space Fill from the ColliderScribe plugin!

14.07.2025 10:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Add cool stroke patterns to your shapes with Width Stamp from the WidthScribe plugin 🎨

08.07.2025 08:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸƒ New to Astute Graphics tools? Let Astute Buddy be your guide.
Just open the panel and it shows real-time keypress hints as you work. A huge help when you're getting started.

03.07.2025 07:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŒ€ Want to add pro halftone shading to your vector art?

30.06.2025 07:21 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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✨ The Extend Path effect in Illustrator is a game changer!

Watch how we turn straight lines into curly, randomized magic β€” all with full control over variation, direction, and length. 🎨πŸ”₯

#IllustratorTips #DesignHack #ExtendPath #VectorArt #AdobeIllustrator

13.06.2025 09:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ–ŠοΈ Doodle naturally in Illustrator with InkFlow! Get realistic Ballpoint, Brush, Calligraphic, and Marker pens β€” works with a stylus or mouse!

vist.ly/3n6knx5

#inkflow #astutegraphics #illustratorplugin #digitaldrawing #vectorart

11.06.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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✨ Turn anchor points into objects in seconds! ✨

1️⃣ Create an arc
2️⃣ Add extra points with PathScribe
3️⃣ Open FindReplace Art
4️⃣ Use the eyedropper to grab your path’s geometry
5️⃣ Group your replacement objects, then select them
6️⃣ Hit Replace All β€” done! πŸ™Œ

Full tutorial: vist.ly/3n6fe74

09.06.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🎨 Did you know you get 100s of textures, brushes & graphic styles included in your Astute Graphics subscription?

πŸ–ŒοΈ The Glitscka Studio Brush Pack alone gives you 40 spot + painterly brushes!

Here’s how to use them: vist.ly/3n67h35

06.06.2025 09:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Here's how we made a quick herringbone pattern in Illustrator β€” with Snap to Collisions!

Check out the tutorial over on our Instagram πŸ‘‰ vist.ly/3n5uxj8

#illustrator #patternmaking #herringbone #colliderscribe #designhack

02.06.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’‘ Want that neon glow in Illustrator? πŸ’‘

See hoe to do it in seconds πŸ‘€ vist.ly/3n5k2f5

#illustrator #neonstyle #graphicstyle #astutegraphics #vectorart #designhack #illustratortips

30.05.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌼 Wanna make perfect petals in Illustrator? Here’s how πŸ‘‰ vist.ly/3n5frpa

#illustrator #astutegraphics #digitalart #vectorart #floraldesign

28.05.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌲 Improve your design with texture, fast!

Say hello to the Texture Brush Tool from the Texturino plugin, your shortcut to brushing textures in and out of your artwork, naturally.

Time to give your art that natural edge!

Full tutorial πŸ‘‰ vist.ly/3n5agx3

26.05.2025 09:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Did you know? With the InkFlow plugin, you can doodle with realistic Ballpoint, Brush, Calligraphic, and Marker pens! πŸ–ŠοΈ

It works great with your mouse, but it’s even better with a stylus device, turning your stylus into a calligraphic tool that feels just like a real pen! πŸ–‹οΈ

vist.ly/3n42jt3

23.05.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🐾 Feeling ruff? Let’s turn that around with a wavy background in Illustrator! 🎨

Full step by step tutorial here πŸ‘‰ vist.ly/3n4vb34

#illustrator #designhack #astutegraphics #waves #graphicdesign #illustratortips #vectorart

21.05.2025 09:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ‰ Ramen calm, we’ve got a tasty tip for you! 🍜

Let’s talk about Path Intersections, AKA the β€œcookie cutter” tool! Path Intersections is part of the VectorScribe plugin!

To see the full tutorial πŸ‘‰ vist.ly/3n4p2b4

#illustrator #designhack #digitalart #vectorart #illustrator #astutegraphics

19.05.2025 09:59 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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1️⃣ Get frustrated with the selection tools in Illustrator?
2️⃣ Find yourself accidentally moving things when selecting?

✨ Enter The Super Marquee Tool ✨

✨ You have full control of the annotation color and shape.
✨ You can go into Alternate or Random selection mode.

πŸ‘‰ Link in bio

16.05.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the NEW Opacity Randomizer live effect from Astute Graphics! 🎨

With this live effect, you can easily and non-destructively adjust the opacity of one or more objects in Adobe Illustrator!

It’s that simple – and super easy to do!

Explore now and try for FREE for 7 days πŸ‘‰ Link in bio

14.05.2025 08:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the NEW Color Randomizer live effect from Astute Graphics! 🎨

Watch today’s tutorial to learn all about it πŸ‘‰ vist.ly/3n45g6c

Explore now and try for FREE for 7 days!

12.05.2025 08:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Transform pixel-based images into clean, precise vectors with Pixels to Vector in Illustrator!

No more messy auto-tracing β€” just sharp, editable paths that are perfect for small graphics that need extra clarity.

vist.ly/3n3vnj5

09.05.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸš€ Want to make your ads stand out and convert?

Learn how to design eye-catching animated Google Display Ads that grab attention and drive clicks. Perfect for marketers, designers, and small business owners ready to level up their ad game! 🎯✨

vist.ly/3n3qdt3

07.05.2025 09:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We’ve been asked how to make objects rotate around in a circle in Illustrator. Let’s break it down using Stipplism!
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Tutorial πŸ‘‰ vist.ly/3n3j536

05.05.2025 09:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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With the Width Selector panel, you can create variable stroke widths in Illustrator!

Watch the full tutorial πŸ‘‰ vist.ly/3n3b7x3

02.05.2025 09:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£ Branding isn’t just how you look, it’s how you connect. From mission to visuals, every detail builds trust and recognition.

Want to level up your brand strategy? This guide breaks it all down. ✨

vist.ly/3n35x6z

30.04.2025 09:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 The All Illustrator Online Event of the Year is here! 🚨
20-23rd May 2025.

What do you get?
πŸ‘‰ Practical Education
πŸ‘‰ Expert Trainers
πŸ‘‰ Transferable Techniques
πŸ‘‰ Insider Tips & Tricks

Link in bio!

#IllustratorEvent #DesignTips #CreativeCommunity #FreePass #LearnIllustrator

28.04.2025 09:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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✨ Want to take your logo design and branding to the next level? ✨

We've got some amazing tips that will help you elevate your designs and make a lasting impact! Whether you're a beginner or a pro, these tricks will transform the way you approach logo creation. πŸ”₯

vist.ly/3m2qrb2

25.04.2025 09:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Phantasm Halftone is a live effect that converts artwork into a vector halftone pattern. It includes numerous options & adjustments:

β˜€οΈ Separation control
β˜€οΈ Dot gain adjustment
β˜€οΈ Dot patterns & types
β˜€οΈ The ability to save & recall custom halftones

Full reel πŸ‘‰ vist.ly/3mztmnk

14.04.2025 09:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Feeling stuck trying to define your illustration style? 🎨

It’s one of the most common creative challenges, and totally normal!

Discover 5 insightful tips to help you explore, experiment, and eventually land on a style that feels truly you. ✍️✨

πŸ‘‰ vist.ly/3mzju3g

11.04.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Non-destructive color control in Illustrator with Phantasm! Essential adjustments include:

πŸ’₯ Brightness/Contrast
πŸ’₯ Curves
πŸ’₯ Levels
πŸ’₯ Desaturate
πŸ’₯ Exposure
πŸ’₯ Hue/Saturation
πŸ’₯ Invert
πŸ’₯ Shift to Color
πŸ’₯ Temperature/Tint
πŸ’₯ Prepress Correct.

Try for FREE πŸ‘‰ https://astutegraphics.com/plugins/phantasm

07.04.2025 15:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Circle By Points (part of the Subscribe plugin) is an Astute Graphics tool for Adobe Illustrator.

It creates circular paths by specifying either two or three points that the circle must pass through.

πŸ‘‰ https://www.instagram.com/astutegraphics/

04.04.2025 08:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Quickly add textures to your vector designs with the Texture Panel, part of Texturino Plugin.

The Astute Graphics subscription includes all plugins, with over 100 Tools, it also includes 100s of textures, graphic styles and brush sets!

πŸ‘€ https://www.instagram.com/astutegraphics/

02.04.2025 08:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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