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Unlock The Challenges

  • January 4, 2022
    Travel Tags
    Travel Tags
    Build a set of stylish travel tags using the Polygon Tool and Adobe Fonts.
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  • January 5, 2022
    Dimensional Type
    Dimensional Type
    Create dimensional type using Blend Tools and 3D effects. Make it pop with custom colors!
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  • January 6, 2022
    Flight Patch
    Flight Patch
    Create a patch using Type On A Path, Warp, and Shape Builder tools.
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  • January 7, 2022
    Pixel Art
    Pixel Art
    Create a pixel art avatar using grids alongside the Lasso and Direct Selection tools.
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  • January 10, 2022
    Signage System
    Signage System
    Create a full signage system using type tools and polygons.
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  • January 11, 2022
    Charts & Graphs
    Charts & Graphs
    Turn complex data into simple visuals using the Radar and Scatter Graph tools.
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  • January 12, 2022
    Gradients & Color Palettes
    Gradients & Color Palettes
    Create a beautiful sunset using color palettes, gradient tools, and Blending Modes.
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  • January 13, 2022
    Linked Graphics
    Linked Graphics
    Use the Effects Panel to create custom shapes and graphics that can be used in CC Libraries.
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  • January 14, 2022
    Art Wrap
    Art Wrap
    Make an artistic vinyl wrap using shapes, color and Clipping Masks.
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Explore Past Challenges

December 13 - December 17

Minimalist Digital Ad
Minimalist Digital Ad
Create a minimalistic digital advertisement using the eyedropper tool.
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Antique Poster
Antique Poster
Design a poster for an antique market using a Grain Effect.
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Luxury Spa Flyer
Luxury Spa Flyer
Design a luxury spa flyer using the Pathfinder tool.
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Playful Business Card
Playful Business Card
Design a business card for a toy brand using the Gradient tool.
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Bohemian Social Post
Bohemian Social Post
Design a bohemian style social media post using the Type tool.
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November 8 - December 10

Create & Edit Shapes
Create & Edit Shapes
Learn how to create basic shapes using the shape tool. Use these new skills to combine your shapes into a logo mark.
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Transform & Edit Artwork
Transform & Edit Artwork
Learn the basics of transforming and editing artwork, including resizing artwork, using groups, and aligning objects. Use your new skills to create a simple vector illustration.
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Change Color & Strokes
Change Color & Strokes
Learn the basics of working with colors, including how to edit color, create swatches, and use recolor artwork. Try changing the color of a vector illustration using the provided assets.
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Add Text to Designs
Add Text to Designs
Learn the basics of using text in your designs, including adding text, formatting, and styling. Then use these new skills to create a simple logo.
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Re-shape Text
Re-shape Text
Re-shape text in creative ways using outlines and the Direct Selection tool.
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Create with Drawing Tools
Create with Drawing Tools
Learn the basics of using the drawing tools, including how to use the Pen & Pencil tools and how to edit paths.
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Organize with Layers
Organize with Layers
Learn the basics of using layers in Adobe Illustrator, including how to create, edit, and organize content. Then use these new skills to create a holiday greeting card.
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Work with Artboards
Work with Artboards
Learn how to navigate, create and edit artboards in Adobe Illustrator. Then use these new skills to create design options for a holiday greeting card.
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October 18 - November 5

Icon Design
Icon Design
Design a unique icon using shapes, the pen tool and the width tool.
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Ad Banner
Ad Banner
Create a web banner using Type tools, simple shapes and gradients. Use Recolor Artwork to play with different themes.
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Instagram Sticker
Instagram Sticker
Create an Instagram sticker using text, 3D effects, and the appearance panel.
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Phone Wallpaper
Phone Wallpaper
Create a custom wallpaper for your phone using colors, the Shape Builder and the Pencil tools.
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Watermark
Watermark
Create a personalized watermark using the Type tool, Swatches panel and Blending Modes.
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September 20 - October 15

Typographic Logo
Typographic Logo
Create a typographic logo by modifying a font with outline and selection tools.
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Logo Lock-Ups
Logo Lock-Ups
Design three different lock-ups for a logo using the Type on a Path and outline tools.
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Gradient Logo
Gradient Logo
Design a logo using the Gradient tool.
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Geometric Logo
Geometric Logo
Design a geometric logo using the Shape Builder tool.
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Lettermark Design
Lettermark Design
Design a lettermark for your personal brand using the Type tool.
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Wordmark Design
Wordmark Design
Design a balanced wordmark for your personal brand using the Tracking Adjustment tool.
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Abstract Mark
Abstract Mark
Design an abstract mark using geometric shapes and the Divide tool.
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Emblem Logo
Emblem Logo
Design an emblem logo for a brand of your choice using the Envelope Distort tool.
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August 23 - September 17

Digital Brushes
Digital Brushes
Make a custom digital brush using Adobe Capture alongside drawing tools in Illustrator.
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Modern Logo
Modern Logo
Design a modern logo or icon using simple shapes alongside the Pathfinder and Shape Builder tools.
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Custom Emoji
Custom Emoji
Create your own custom Emoji using shapes, color and gradients.
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Playing Card Design
Playing Card Design
Design a set of unique playing cards using layers, brushes, Blend Modes and the Swatches panel.
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Event Invite
Event Invite
Create a type-based event invitation using Adobe Fonts, glyphs and type hierarchy.
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Dynamic Borders & Frames
Dynamic Borders & Frames
Create unique swirling flourishes that can be used as borders using the Arc Tool, Spiral Tool and Symbols Panel.
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Lettered Monogram
Lettered Monogram
Design a custom lettered monogram using the Grid and Line Weight tools.
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Gig Poster
Gig Poster
Create a retro-themed gig poster using type, warp and Envelope Distort.
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July 26 - August 20

Social Media Templates
Social Media Templates
Get familiar with artboards, gradients and type as you create your own templates for social media posts.
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Icon Design
Icon Design
Draw an icon for your Instagram highlights using simple shapes.
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Photo Postcard
Photo Postcard
Stylize a postcard by combining a photograph with graphic elements using Layers, Blending Modes and the Type tool.
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Video Call Background
Video Call Background
Create custom graphics for your video calls using the Pencil tool, Swatches and Drawing Modes.
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Newsletter
Newsletter
Create a click-worthy newsletter using the type tool and Clipping Masks to add eye catching text.
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Scroll-Stopping Photo
Scroll-Stopping Photo
Edit a scroll-stopping image using the Appearance panel, the Pencil tool and Type on a Path!
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Custom Slide Deck
Custom Slide Deck
Design a slide deck template using Adobe Stock assets, paragraph styles and the Recolor Artwork workspace.
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Wrapping Paper
Wrapping Paper
Create a repeating pattern for your own personalized wrapping paper using Shapes alongside the Transform and Polar Radial Grid tools.
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June 21 - July 23

Logo Design
Logo Design
Design a typographic logo for an ice cream brand using the Type On A Path tool.
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Poster Design
Poster Design
Design a poster for a summer festival using the Pathfinder tool to edit shapes and paths.
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Packaging Design
Packaging Design
Design the packaging for ice cream using Clipping Masks to play with objects and space.
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Wristband Design
Wristband Design
Design the wristband for entrance into an open-air movie theater. Try adding a stylized effect using drop shadows.
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Truck Decal
Truck Decal
Design a decal for an ice cream truck using the Pencil Tool to create freeform shapes.
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Menu Design
Menu Design
Design a food truck menu using rulers and guides to create a layout.
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Label Design
Label Design
Design a label for a summer drink. Add fun summer-inspired colors using the Gradient tool.
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Billboard Design
Billboard Design
Design a billboard for an ice cream brand using the Eyedropper tool to experiment with colors.
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May 24 - June 18

Line Art
Line Art
Create an abstract illustration using the Pen and Pencil tools.
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Shape & Space
Shape & Space
Create nature-inspired elements by using shapes and repeating elements.
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Color & Value
Color & Value
Create a simple design with multiple color schemes using gradients and Recolor Artwork.
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Form & Texture
Form & Texture
Make graphics that pop using texture, patterns and 3D elements.
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Monogram
Monogram
Create a monogram of your initials by creating and manipulating text.
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Abstract Art
Abstract Art
Create artwork inspired by Kandinsky by using Brushes and Symbols.
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Vector Self Portrait
Vector Self Portrait
Create a vector portrait of yourself using Image Trace.
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Psychedelic Posters
Psychedelic Posters
Design a psychedelic poster by bending and warping text.
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April 26 - May 21

Movie Poster
Movie Poster
Design a typographic movie poster using Type Tools.
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Custom Patterns
Custom Patterns
Create textile patterns for an umbrella using the Pattern Tool.
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Layered Wordmark
Layered Wordmark
Design the wordmark for a sports brand using Layered Strokes.
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Design a Sticker
Design a Sticker
Design a set of geometric stickers using Polygons and Type on a Path.
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Garden Labels
Garden Labels
Quickly create a set of garden labels using Variables to bring in type, graphics and backgrounds.
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Radial Repeat
Radial Repeat
Create colorful flowers using Radial Repeat.
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Stylized Illustration
Stylized Illustration
Create a stylized illustration inspired by Cinco de Mayo using the Pen Tool.
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Greeting Card
Greeting Card
Make a greeting card for a loved one using Adobe Fonts, Color Explore and Guides.
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March 29 - April 23

Modify Type
Modify Type
Choose a typeface and then modify one of the letters using the Pen Tool.
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Design a Letter
Design a Letter
Design a custom letter using a grid and the Pen Tool.
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Typographic Poster
Typographic Poster
Design a typographic poster that displays your favorite word using the Divide tool.
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Social Media Post
Social Media Post
Design and export a shareable quote using Type on a Path.
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3D Letters
3D Letters
Design a custom 3D letter using the Blend tool.
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Repeating Patterns
Repeating Patterns
Design a pattern and apply it to a letter using repeat tools.
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Custom Gradients
Custom Gradients
Customize your background using Gradient Mesh.
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Applying Graphics
Applying Graphics
Create a typographic T-Shirt design using the Transparency tool.
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March 1 - March 26

Brand Research
Brand Research
Create the foundation for your personal brand! Develop a moodboard using Adobe Stock and then explore color palettes with Recolor Artwork.
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Modern Logo
Modern Logo
Design a modern logo using the Type tool alongside Envelope Distort.
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Illustrate with Shapes
Illustrate with Shapes
Create an intricate colorful illustration using simple shapes alongside the Swatches panel.
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Repeat Patterns
Repeat Patterns
Design a set of repeating patterns using the Mirror and Radial repeat options.
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Knock-out Layout
Knock-out Layout
Design a custom Instagram feed layout using artboards, shapes and clipping masks.
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Digital Invitation
Digital Invitation
Design a welcoming digital invitation using the Type tool and Paragraph styles.
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Colorful Infographics
Colorful Infographics
Design a colorful infographic using graph tools and gradients.
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Packaging Design
Packaging Design
Design a fun eye-catching label using Polygons and the Curvature Pen Tool. Add a special message using the Type on a Path tool.
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February 1 - February 26

Geometric Magic
Geometric Magic
Create a geometric design by creating and modifying basic shapes.
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Minimalist Symbols
Minimalist Symbols
Create a tattoo-like illustration using the Pen, Pencil and Shape tools.
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Blur and Grain
Blur and Grain
Blend together shapes and textures using gradients and filters.
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Typographic Chaos
Typographic Chaos
Create abstract type using distort tools and filters.
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Elements of Nature
Elements of Nature
Make a landscape using shapes and custom Scatter Brushes.
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Optical Illusion
Optical Illusion
Create an optical illusion using the Blend Tool and 3D shapes.
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Abstract Psychedelia
Abstract Psychedelia
Make an ordinary illustration psychedelic using brushes and Recolor Artwork.
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Expressive Characters
Expressive Characters
Bring characters to life by modifying shapes using distort tools.
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January 4 - January 29

Make Your Mark
Make Your Mark
Create a stamp or logo mark with a burnt branding iron motif using simple shapes and glowing effects.
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Make a Rope Brush
Make a Rope Brush
Create a custom rope-inspired brush using the Pen Tool.
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Design a Badge
Design a Badge
Design a typographic badge using shapes and the Type On A Path.
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Make a Poster
Make a Poster
Make a poster with wood-inspired type effects using textures and opacity masks.
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Illustrate a scene
Illustrate a scene
Illustrate a playful scene using icons, offset path, glow effects and perspective techniques.
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Create a Logo
Create a Logo
Design a custom logo using simple shapes and the Pathfinder tool.
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Make an Embroidered Patch
Make an Embroidered Patch
Design an embroidered patch using strokes and dashed lines to create a stitched effect.
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Make a Map
Make a Map
Create a map with the outline of a journey using custom brushes, texture and shapes.
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November 30 - January 1

Logo Design
Logo Design
Design a custom logo for your personal brand using the Type and Divide tools.
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Color Palette
Color Palette
Create a color palette for your personal brand and save it to your CC Library.
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Custom Texture
Custom Texture
Design a texture and apply it to a logo or shape.
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Texture brush
Texture brush
Create a custom texture brush using any image.
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Self Portrait
Self Portrait
Quickly create a self portrait using Image Trace.
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Color Themes
Color Themes
Create multiple color variations for an image using Recolor Artwork.
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T-Shirt Design
T-Shirt Design
Design a T-shirt for your personal brand.
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Icon Design
Icon Design
Design custom icons using the Pen tool.
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November 9 - November 27

Logo Design
Logo Design
Create a crispy logo using Adobe Fonts, the Shape Tool and Type Precision.
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Coaster Set
Coaster Set
Design a set of custom coasters using shapes, Type on a Path, and the Repeat tool.
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Menu Design
Menu Design
Create a fun double-sided menu using custom shapes and text! Set up your document for print by adding bleeds and use the Paragraph and Character panels to style the text.
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Gift Cards
Gift Cards
Design a gift card using the Pen Tool and transformation tools. If you have an iPad, try using Illustrator’s touch shortcuts to transform sketches into final linework!
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Illustrated Stories
Illustrated Stories
Create a set of branded Instagram story templates using the Pencil tool and the Pathfinder tool.
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Social Media Background
Social Media Background
Design an eye-catching social media background using Adobe Stock images, Blending Modes and Clipping Masks.
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Colorful Stickers
Colorful Stickers
Design a colorful sticker set, ready for print! Try extracting a color palette from an image using the new Recolor Artwork feature.
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Poster Design
Poster Design
Design a fun sale poster using Drawing Modes, the Gradient tool and the brand new Recolor Artwork panel.
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October 26 - November 6

Jack-O-Lantern
Jack-O-Lantern
Design your own Jack-O-Lantern using shape tools and glow effects.
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Ghostly Type
Ghostly Type
Create spooky typography using Zig Zag and type effects.
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Paint Your Face
Paint Your Face
Create a face painting using the Pen Tool, simple shapes and Blending Modes.
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Create a Costume
Create a Costume
Create a custom costume using graphic styles and pattern tools.
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Trick-or-Treat
Trick-or-Treat
Create colorful candy using simple shapes, warp tools and Freeform Gradients.
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Colorful Foliage
Colorful Foliage
Create a fall-inspired forest containing colorful trees using the Polygon tool and Transform Each.
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Falling Leaf Brush
Falling Leaf Brush
Create leaves that follow the breeze using scatter brushes.
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Typographic Banners
Typographic Banners
Make a festival banner using Adobe Fonts and warp tools.
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September 28 - October 9

Paris
Paris
Draw the Eiffel Tower using simple shapes and the Transform Again tool.
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Sydney
Sydney
Draw the Sydney Opera House using the Arc and Pathfinder tools.
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Melbourne
Melbourne
Create an animal with simple shapes using the Shape and Pathfinder tools.
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USA
USA
Design a flag using the Line Tool and Indexes.
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Egypt
Egypt
Create Egyptian pyramids using Patterns and Graphic Styles!
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Brazil
Brazil
Create a custom color palette inspired by Brazil. Try using Adobe Color and CC Libraries as you work!
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New York
New York
Design a light bulb marquee with glowing typography inspired by New York City.
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India
India
Design a mandala using the Rotate and Transform tools.
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September 14 - September 25

Graphic Design Basics
Graphic Design Basics
Use the shape and line tools to make a Paul Rand inspired logo.
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Mixing Colors
Mixing Colors
Apply color theory to mix and blend custom colors and gradients to make abstract art.
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Typography
Typography
Find, incorporate and manipulate type to make a Chip Kidd inspired book cover.
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Retro Textures
Retro Textures
Use the Appearance panel to make retro science fiction art with layered texture.
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Surrealist Art
Surrealist Art
Manipulate graphics like a true surrealist using Puppet Warp and distort effects.
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Graphic Portraits
Graphic Portraits
Vectorize a photo and simplify lines to make a stylized portrait.
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Brush Bending
Brush Bending
Create brushes and symbols to make your very own Dr. Seuss-esque scene.
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Does it Blend?
Does it Blend?
Create Georgia O’Keeffe inspired florals using the blend tool and freeform gradients.
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August 31 - September 11

Window Sign
Window Sign
Design a window sign using Adobe Fonts and Type on a path.
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Shadow Type
Shadow Type
Create dimensional type with long shadows using the Blend tool.
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Business Stationery
Business Stationery
Design and layout a business card and letterhead. As you design, focus on type hierarchy.
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Charts & Graphs
Charts & Graphs
Create stylized charts and graphs from a dataset using charts tools.
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Organizing your Files
Organizing your Files
Add several shapes, layers and assets to an artboard and then use Alignment Tools and Artboards to organize your work!
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3D Objects
3D Objects
Create and customize 3D objects using the revolve tools. If you need graphics, use the ones in the starter file.
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Monochromatic Effect
Monochromatic Effect
Create a monochromatic design using Blending Modes.
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Custom Brushes
Custom Brushes
Create a custom brush and then use it to add unique flair to your paths.
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August 17 - August 28

Logo Design
Logo Design
Design a simple colorful logo for an imaginary brand using the Type and Eyedropper tools.
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Custom Type
Custom Type
Create a poster with a custom typeface using the Direct Selection tool.
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Layout
Layout
Design the layout for a minimalistic product label using the Align tool.
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Print
Print
Design a print-ready custom sticker.
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Pattern
Pattern
Design a brand pattern for an imaginary brand.
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Mockup
Mockup
Design a business card and mock it up for presentation.
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T-Shirt
T-Shirt
Create custom graphics for a t-shirt.
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Packaging
Packaging
Design the box dieline for an imaginary brand using multiple Layers. When you’re finished export it for print.
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August 3 - August 14

Kaleidoscopic Design
Kaleidoscopic Design
Create a kaleidoscopic illustration using vector shapes alongside the Pathfinder and Reflect tools.
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Invitation Design
Invitation Design
Design an invitation with stylized text using the Paragraph and Character panels.
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Neon Illustration
Neon Illustration
Create a simple illustration using shapes, type and Offset Path. When you’re finished, apply a glowing neon effect using the Appearance Panel and Gaussian Blur.
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Instagram Templates
Instagram Templates
Design custom Instagram templates using the Slice tool and Resize Artboard.
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Digital Lettering
Digital Lettering
Draw digital lettering using the Pen and Smooth tools. Try decorating your lettering with floral elements using the Shape tool.
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Grunge Effect
Grunge Effect
Create a grunge-inspired postcard. Add depth using a grain effect and make it feel more organic with the Appearance Panel.
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Enhance a Photo
Enhance a Photo
Enhance a photograph using vector graphics and layers. Try playing with halftones, stokes and the Pen Tool to customize your design!
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Chrome Text
Chrome Text
Design custom chrome text using the Type tool. Stylize your text with the Appearance Panel, adding sharp gradients and subtle textures to make it pop.
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July 20 - July 31

Stretch Type
Stretch Type
Use Warp tools to stretch and distort type.
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Design a Logo
Design a Logo
Create a logo for a fitness program using basic shapes and type tools.
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Create a Badge
Create a Badge
Design a custom badge using Shapes and the Type On A Path tool.
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Textured Typography
Textured Typography
Create a stencil or stamp using vector textures and the Lasso tool.
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Lifting Weights
Lifting Weights
Use the Polygon and Scale tools to design fitness weights.
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Social Media Promo
Social Media Promo
Design social media promo images using Clipping Masks and assets from previous challenges. If you need assets, use the ones in the starter file.
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Editing Colors
Editing Colors
Use ‘Edit Colors’ tools to quickly change colors and provide multiple options for a single design.
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Monogram
Monogram
Create a monogram and apply it to fitness gear using the Measure and Line Width tools.
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July 6 - July 17

Label Design
Label Design
Design a custom lemonade bottle label then get it ready for print.
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Packaging Layout
Packaging Layout
Design the layout for ice cream packaging. Create multiple SKUs using the same layout!
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Logo Design
Logo Design
Design a logo for a Kombucha brand using pen and slice tools.
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Print Ad
Print Ad
Design a print ad for a festival using the type tool.
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Stickers
Stickers
Design a custom sticker using the pencil and type tool.
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Mock-Up
Mock-Up
Create and mockup a business card using Stylize Effects.
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Wristband
Wristband
Design a festival wristband using the gradient and type tools.
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Cinema Ticket
Cinema Ticket
Create a cinema ticket design using Transparency and Overlay Effects.
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June 22 - June 26

Cover Art
Cover Art
Design eye-catching cover art for your Behance project using a layered paper effect! Achieve a realistic look using the pen tool, textures, clipping masks and the appearance panel.
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Talk with Type
Talk with Type
Use Type and Transform tools to modify words, illustrating their meaning without using images.
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T-Shirt Slogan
T-Shirt Slogan
Design a bold typographic t-shirt slogan using Adobe Fonts, Offset Path and the Blend tool. When you’re done, prepare your file for print!
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Business Card
Business Card
Design a business card using lines and symbols to create a striking optical effect!
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Behance Project
Behance Project
Showcase your work on Behance like the pros! Use guides, shapes and patterns to create a professional Behance project.
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June 8 - June 19

Digital Baking
Digital Baking
Design a basic object, like a loaf of bread, using the Pucker and Bloat Tools.
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Pies & Charts
Pies & Charts
Design a pie using the Charts Tool.
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Blending
Blending
Apply branded elements to collateral using Blending Modes.
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Logo Design
Logo Design
Design a restaurant logo using the Pathfinder Tool and Type on a Path.
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Menu Design
Menu Design
Layout and design a menu using Type Tools. As you design, focus on type hierarchy, tracking and kerning.
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Gradients
Gradients
Use Freeform Gradients and Gradient Maps to level up your color game!
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Illustrated Dish
Illustrated Dish
Create illustrated food and place it on a dish! Try using the Pen Tool along with Anchor Points and Curves.
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Maps & Diagrams
Maps & Diagrams
Create a dining room seating chart using custom brushes and the Arc Tool.
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May 25 - June 5

Textured Letters
Textured Letters
Create textured letters using the Blend and Roughen tools.
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Gradient Shapes
Gradient Shapes
Design colorful shapes using the Gradient tool.
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3D Effect
3D Effect
Create and apply a 3D effect to a poster layout.
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Patterns
Patterns
Design a custom pattern and apply it using the Pattern tool.
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Custom Type
Custom Type
Design custom type using the Type and Knife tools.
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Overlay Effect
Overlay Effect
Design a poster using overlay effects and transparency.
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Abstract Objects
Abstract Objects
Create abstract objects using the Mesh and Knife tools.
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Shapes
Shapes
Use the Blend tool to create and combine graphic elements for a poster.
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May 11 - May 22

Spaceship Icon
Spaceship Icon
Design a spaceship icon using shapes and the Pen Tool.
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Solar System Map
Solar System Map
Design a solar system travel brochure, complete with planets and info!
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Control Panel
Control Panel
Design the control panel for a spaceship using outer & inner flow to create glowing buttons.
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Logo
Logo
Design a space-themed logo or badge using Pathfinder and Type on a Path.
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Star Chart
Star Chart
Design a galactic constellation map using Scatter Brushes and custom lines.
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Galaxy Illustration
Galaxy Illustration
Create a galaxy inspired illustration using Freeform Gradients.
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Moon Chart
Moon Chart
Design an illustrated moon phases chart using custom textures.
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Black Hole
Black Hole
Use Warp tools to distort text and shapes -- as they get sucked into a black hole!
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April 27 - May 8

Vector Art
Vector Art
Create simple vector artwork using the Pencil and Knife tools. Play with the Appearance panel to transform your artwork into a sticker ready for print!
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Text Effects
Text Effects
Create stylized text effects using 3D rotation, textures and masks.
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Patterns
Patterns
Design custom patterns using artboards, shapes and the Swatch panel.
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Geometric Logo
Geometric Logo
Design a geometric logo using guides and grids for alignment.
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Isometric Type
Isometric Type
Design a simple isometric type using the 3D panel and the Pathfinder tool.
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Illustrated Characters
Illustrated Characters
Illustrate a character using simple geometric shapes, Grain and the Pen tool.
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Custom Landscape
Custom Landscape
Design a flat landscape by combining lines, dots and shapes with the Shape Builder tool.
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3D Elements
3D Elements
Design a custom 3D shape using 3D options and the Map Art panel.
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April 13 - April 24

Type
Type
Design a unique logo using Outline and Select. Choose a typeface, outline it and then create a modified version by adjusting vector points.
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Patterns
Patterns
Turn a photo into a pattern using Image Trace and the Pattern tool.
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Shapes
Shapes
Create a vectorized portrait of yourself or a fictitious character using shapes and the Reflect tool.
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Gradients
Gradients
Define a color palette and then mix and match colors to create custom gradients.
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Brand Guide
Brand Guide
Create basic brand guidelines for a fictional client! When you are finished, organize your assets for handoff.
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Mockup
Mockup
Create mockups for custom branded merchandise. If you need help getting started, download the brand guide in the starter file.
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Social
Social
Design a branded social media post. Apply your own branding guide or use the assets provided in the starter file.
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Website
Website
Use brand guidelines to add branded elements to a website mockup. Use your own branding guide or the assets provided in the starter file.
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March 30 - April 10

Shapes & Lines
Shapes & Lines
Create a fun icon using simple shapes. Try the Ellipse and Rectangle tools as you design with layers.
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Text & Fonts
Text & Fonts
Create a monogram using your initials. Select a font, then use the Text tool to manipulate into place.
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Distorting Shapes
Distorting Shapes
Transform basic shapes into personalized design elements with Warp and Distort tools.
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Colorful Characters
Colorful Characters
Illustrate a basic character and bring it to life with color! Learn about color theory as you apply colors and gradients.
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Brushes
Brushes
Create custom Art, Pattern, and Scatter brushes to more efficiently create new artwork!
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Vector Portrait
Vector Portrait
Turn a photograph into a graphic vector portrait using the Pen tool!
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3D Artwork
3D Artwork
Build a flying machine using basic shapes and 3D tools.
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Creating Texture
Creating Texture
Build a simple graphic using shapes then add texture using Effects, Patterns and Blend modes.
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February 18 - February 28

Shapes
Shapes
Create a simple animal icon using simple shapes. Try out the ellipse and rectangle tools as you build with layers.
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Type
Type
Design a custom badge or stamp using Type On A Path.
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Selections
Selections
Design an adventure logo using the selections and the Shape Builder tool.
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Blend
Blend
Design a social media graphic with shadows and depth. Try using the Line Segment and Blend tools.
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Scatter Brushes
Scatter Brushes
Create a promotional flyer! Use Scatter Brushes to make it unique.
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Gradients
Gradients
Design signage using Blending Modes and gradients. When you’re finished with your design, try mocking it up.
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Layout
Layout
Design a promotional poster using the type tool and rectangle tool. Focus on balancing space as you lay out your content.
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Fonts
Fonts
Create a cover letter with personalized typefaces. Use Adobe Fonts to browse, match and select fonts.
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December 2 - December 13

Type
Type
Use the Type Tool to tell a story! Design three type treatments for social media: semicircle, squiggle and blocked.
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Icons
Icons
Design graphics for a custom coaster or sticker! Create a round donut icon using the Shape Tool and Pathfinder tool then use outer glow and drop shadows to make it pop!
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Indexes
Indexes
Create a short animation storyboard using the line tool, dashed lines, arrowheads and strokes to show movement.
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Symbols
Symbols
Design a custom logo mark by combining and subtracting abstract shapes. Use the Pathfinder tool to speed up your workflow!
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Pen Tool
Pen Tool
Draw your name using the pen tool! Use simple lines with points and curves to build each letter in your name.
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Colors
Colors
Design a promo card for a local venue or event! Focus on color as you design, using tools like Recolor artwork and Freeform gradients.
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Blend Modes
Blend Modes
Design a sports team poster using Blend Modes! Try using multiply, screen and overlay to get a duotone effect.
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Texture
Texture
Design a band poster with custom textures! Try using the Pathfinder tool with texture to create additive and subtractive textures.
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