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How do I add grunge texture to Illustrator?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 7:00 pm

Adding grunge texture to Illustrator can be a bit tricky. There are a few different ways to do it, but the easiest way is to use the grunge filter in the Texture panel.

To use the grunge filter, first create a new file in Illustrator and size it to your desired size. Next, go to the Texture panel and click on the icon of the filter.

In the filter dialog box, select the Grain option and choose the resolution that you want the filter to use. Click on the OK button to apply the filter.

PRO TIP: Adding grunge texture to Illustrator can be tricky and may result in unexpected results. Use caution when adding grunge texture to your illustrations.

Now, select the areas of the texture that you want to grunge up and apply the blur effect using the brush tool. You can also use theEraser tool to erase parts of the texture that you don’t want.

Finally, add some grunge details to the texture using the grunge brush and the diffuse color. You can also add a lightening effect to the texture by using the Blur tool and the lightening color.

Conclusion

Adding grunge texture to your Illustrator artwork can be a fun and easy way to add a unique look to your designs.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

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