In this tutorial, we will create a little penguin character with simple technique. Mostly, we will using the Ellipse Tool, the Direct Selection Tool, the Path Selection Tool and effect on the blending options. So, you should know the basic’s of shape and path..

Follow this step by step Illustrator tutorial to create a cute vector mushroom character with a Japanese kawaii influence. We’ll create the basic structure using Illustrator’s basic shapes, add variation in the linework to define the character then finish it all off with some vibrant colour fills.

Let’s face it, those minion characters from Despicable Me were pretty darned cute. In today’s tutorial, we will use Photoshop and Illustrator to create a cute minion character. Let’s get started!

I have decided to create a new character from Alice in Wonderland and I hope that maybe someday to recreate all the important characters in Photoshop.

In this tutorial you will learn how to create A complex graphic style, using only the Appearance palette and commands from the Effect menu. We will be creating a style based on the signs of the zodiac. All the style elements are created from a single character. Is it hard to believe?

Hi again. Now that you completed part one you can proceed to the second one. This one it’s a bit more complex. You will start with the face and the hair then you will continue with the legs and the boots. Finally, using simple ellipses, roughen effect and pathfinder options you will create some snow

Hi again. Now that you completed part one you can proceed to the second one. This one it

This tutorial assumes some familiarity with the basic drawing tools and features found in Adobe Illustrator, because of the creative skills needed to illustrate the character, it has been marked "Advanced". Intermediate users will find this tutorial challenging but not out of their skill set.

In this tutorial you will learn how to use the Gradient Mesh tool for character design. We will begin with a sketch and build the character using different shapes and gradients to achieve a smooth, almost 3D finish. The final outcome may appear to be difficult to achieve, I assure you it’s simple on

As there are many tutorials out there teaching on how to use Photoshop’s Pen Tool for clipping paths and irregular shapes, we at 10Steps.SG are going to try a new approach and use only the Pen Tool to make a simple cartoon vector face for avatars or mascots.