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Can you do watercolor in Illustrator?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 6:33 pm

Watercolor is a wonderful medium for illustrating and can be easily integrated into Adobe Illustrator. There are a few things to keep in mind when working with watercolor in Illustrator:

1. Make sure your file is properly set up for watercolor.

You’ll need to customize your brushes, and make sure your Transparency and Opacity settings are set to “100%” to ensure the colors show through.

2. Use a light hand when painting with watercolor.

Too much pressure will cause your strokes to be heavy and muddy.

3. Work with a wet brush to add highlights and shadows to your illustrations.

A dry brush will leave harsh lines on your color.

PRO TIP: No, watercolor cannot be done in Illustrator.

4. Use a white or light background to help your watercolor stand out.

A dark background will cause your colors to blend together.

5. Keep your illustrations simple.

A complex design will be difficult to color and may end up looking messy.

Overall, watercolor in Illustrator is a fun and easy way to add a little bit of color to your illustrations. Just be sure to take the time to properly set up your file and use light strokes to avoid muddy results.

Madison Geldart

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