Adobe Illustrator Training: Beginner

Begin your creative journey with this two-day Beginner Illustrator course. Learn to design eye-catching vector graphics using shapes, colour, typography, and layouts through hands-on projects. Build confidence creating professional artwork. Start learning Illustrator today.

Adobe Illustrator Training: Beginner

Course Overview

The Adobe Illustrator Beginner Course is a two-day, hands-on introduction to vector graphics designed for individuals who are new to Illustrator. Delivered in London or live online, it covers everything you need to start creating professional-quality illustrations and designs with confidence.

You’ll explore Illustrator’s interface, tools, and workspace, mastering shapes, paths, layers, and masks. Learn how to draw, colour, and apply typography effectively while building artwork optimised for print and web.

Guided by certified instructors, you’ll gain both creative and technical skills through practical exercises and projects. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to create vector artwork, logos, and illustrations independently — ready to apply your skills in real-world design work.

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Dates

Next course starts on:19 Oct 2026

Beginner Level

2 consecutive days
19 Oct 2026
30 Nov 2026
1 Feb 2027
15 Mar 2027
4 May 2027
21 Jun 2027
23 Aug 2027
4 Oct 2027
13 Dec 2027
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Course Outline

Here is what you will learn on this Illustrator course in more detail. Click the topics below to explore what is covered in each section.

What’s Included in Your Course

Every Docklands Media course comes with a range of added benefits to support your learning at no extra cost.

Course Certification

Course Certification

Receive an official certificate of completion to validate your training. Ideal for portfolios, CVs, or proving your skills in Adobe Illustrator.

Lifetime Support

Lifetime Support

Access our email and phone support for a lifetime. Contact us with any technical questions related to what you have learned on your Adobe Illustrator course.

Free Course Retake

Free Course Retake

Need a refresher? Retake the same Adobe Illustrator course for free within 24 months. A great way to solidify your learning or get up to speed with new software updates.

Course Materials & Videos

Course Materials & Videos

Receive training notes, project files, and 7-day access to instructor-led video tutorials. Perfect for reinforcing key lessons and practising at your own pace.

Offers & Discounts

We're committed to providing the best training experience possible. That's why we offer a range of discounts and flexible payment options to make your Adobe Illustrator course more accessible and affordable.

Group Bookings & Non-Profits

Group Bookings & Non-Profits

Get discounted rates when booking for two or more people, or if you're enrolling from a charity. Save 5–15% depending on your group size or institution type.

Early Bird Discount

Early Bird Discount

Book your Adobe Illustrator course at least three months in advance and get 10% off. Secure your place early and save on top-quality creative training.

Money-Back Guarantee

Money-Back Guarantee

If you're not fully satisfied on the first day of your Adobe Illustrator course, let us know. We'll do our best to make it right—or refund you in full. No hassle, no risk.

Instalment Plans

Instalment Plans

Spread the cost of your training over 3, 6, or 12 months. Our instalment plans help make creative learning more accessible, with interest rates as low as 5%.

Meet Your Instructor

Szabina Zoller

Szabina Zoller

Szabina is one of the most talented and loved instructors, specialising in Adobe's design applications. As well as being an Adobe Certified Pro, her love for sharing her knowledge with others is what makes her an exceptional teacher.

Testimonials

Hear directly from professionals and teams who’ve trained with us, sharing their experiences and the impact our training has had on their creative journeys.

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PS / AI / ID / AE

Very hands-on and practical Illustrator training

With its practical, exercise-led approach, the beginner Illustrator course made learning straightforward. I’m now able to design icons, logos, and marketing materials confidently.

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Ryan WoodCopywriter

Beginner Illustrator course that delivers

This training explained fundamentals like shapes, colour fills, and simple illustrations. I can now produce professional-looking designs for my university projects.

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Jonathan HughesStudent – Graphic Design

Illustrator basics explained perfectly

The course gave me confidence to create client presentations, portfolios, and layouts. Adobe Illustrator feels much more approachable now.

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Roxana StanescuInterior Designer

Brilliant for complete beginners

The Beginner Adobe Illustrator training helped me design branded social content and simple illustrations. The course was well-paced and easy to follow.

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Bilal AhmedSocial Media Manager

Made Illustrator simple to understand

The Beginner Illustrator course taught me the basics of paths, layers, and typography. It’s exactly what I needed for my internship projects.

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Ben CohenPublishing Intern

Very beginner-friendly Illustrator course

Starting from scratch, this course gave me a strong grounding in Adobe Illustrator. I’m now able to create simple graphics, icons, and basic illustrations quickly and with confidence.

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Nicolas RouxWeb Designer

Exactly what I needed for work

The Beginner Adobe Illustrator course gave me skills to create infographics, flyers, and digital visuals. It was relevant, practical, and easy to apply to real projects.

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Olivia GreenMarketing Assistant

Clear and practical Illustrator training

This course showed me how to use Illustrator for educational materials, icons, and visual aids. The beginner training was practical and very easy to follow.

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Sienna RussoTeacher

Illustrator finally feels approachable

The Beginner Illustrator course explained artboards, vector shapes, and colour effectively. I no longer feel intimidated by Adobe Illustrator and can start designing with confidence.

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Esra YilmazGraphic Design Student

A must for complete beginners

I needed Illustrator to design business logos and marketing materials. The Beginner Adobe Illustrator course taught me the basic tools, pen tool, and colour management. It was very beginner-friendly.

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Mohammed AliSmall Business Owner

Beginner Illustrator training exceeded expectations

This course was structured in a very accessible way, with plenty of practical tasks throughout. I’m now comfortable creating promotional graphics, social media content, and simple illustrations using Adobe Illustrator.

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Nathan BrooksPR Executive

Illustrator basics finally make sense

I struggled with Illustrator before, but the beginner course explained vectors, layers, and artboards clearly. I can now design banners, posters, and icons without feeling overwhelmed.

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Harry BrownContent Creator

A great foundation in Adobe Illustrator

The Beginner Illustrator course covered all the essentials: paths, shapes, colour fills, and text. I now feel ready to work on logos, social media graphics, and marketing visuals.

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Daphne RobertsFreelance Designer

Beginner Illustrator training made simple

I had never used Adobe Illustrator before, but this course explained everything step by step. From creating shapes and using layers to basic typography, I now feel confident producing professional graphics.

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Amirah KhanMarketing Assistant

Perfect introduction to Illustrator

The Beginner Adobe Illustrator course helped me understand vector graphics and basic design tools. I can now create logos, icons, and simple illustrations confidently. The course was well-structured and very easy to follow.

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Hugh TaylorGraphic Design Student

Clients

As well as creative individuals, we are also the preferred training provider for some of the most successful global brands and organisations.

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Accenture
Amazon
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Apple
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BBC
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Canary Wharf Group
Chanel
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Cisco
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Disney
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Dyson
Excel
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Figma
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Global
Google
GOV.UK
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IBM
Itsu
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Accenture
Amazon
American Express
Apple
Army
Arsenal FC
BBC
Bentley
Boeing
Cabinet Office
Canary Wharf Group
Chanel
Chelsea
Cisco
Costa
Currys
Deloitte
Disney
DK
Dyson
Excel
F1
Figma
Financial Times
Food Standards Agency
Fujifilm
Global
Google
GOV.UK
Harrods
Heathrow
HSBC
IBM
Itsu
ITV
Jaguar
JCDecaux
4
Accenture
Amazon
American Express
Apple
Army
Arsenal FC
BBC
Bentley
Boeing
Cabinet Office
Canary Wharf Group
Chanel
Chelsea
Cisco
Costa
Currys
Deloitte
Disney
DK
Dyson
Excel
F1
Figma
Financial Times
Food Standards Agency
Fujifilm
Global
Google
GOV.UK
Harrods
Heathrow
HSBC
IBM
Itsu
ITV
Jaguar
JCDecaux
John Lewis
Just Eat Takeaway
Lush
Macmillan Cancer Support
Mercedes
Metropolitan Police
Microsoft
Ministry of Defence
NATO OTAN
NHS
Nokia
Pandora
Penguin Random House
Pfizer
PlayStation
Porsche
Post Office
Red Bull
Royal Air Force
Savills
Sky
SMG
Sony
Specsavers
Tate
The Independent
The Times
Ticketmaster
TikTok
Turner
UK Parliament
Vevo
Wetherspoon
Wex
Wickes
Wise
World Duty Free
John Lewis
Just Eat Takeaway
Lush
Macmillan Cancer Support
Mercedes
Metropolitan Police
Microsoft
Ministry of Defence
NATO OTAN
NHS
Nokia
Pandora
Penguin Random House
Pfizer
PlayStation
Porsche
Post Office
Red Bull
Royal Air Force
Savills
Sky
SMG
Sony
Specsavers
Tate
The Independent
The Times
Ticketmaster
TikTok
Turner
UK Parliament
Vevo
Wetherspoon
Wex
Wickes
Wise
World Duty Free
John Lewis
Just Eat Takeaway
Lush
Macmillan Cancer Support
Mercedes
Metropolitan Police
Microsoft
Ministry of Defence
NATO OTAN
NHS
Nokia
Pandora
Penguin Random House
Pfizer
PlayStation
Porsche
Post Office
Red Bull
Royal Air Force
Savills
Sky
SMG
Sony
Specsavers
Tate
The Independent
The Times
Ticketmaster
TikTok
Turner
UK Parliament
Vevo
Wetherspoon
Wex
Wickes
Wise
World Duty Free

FAQs

Just a few of the common questions asked by our students.

  • No prior experience is required. Our courses guide you step by step, whether you’re completely new to vector graphics or looking to refine your existing skills.

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Contact us today to learn more about our courses and how we can help you achieve your creative goals.

Get started with vector design through our Adobe Illustrator Beginner Training Course at Docklands Media. Perfect for those new to Illustrator, this course gives you a solid foundation in vector graphics, enabling you to create professional logos, illustrations, icons, and marketing visuals with confidence.

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