In this class, I’m going to show you my method for vectorizing Procreate patterns in Adobe Illustrator.
If you’re like me, and you love creating patterns in Procreate, you know that you also need a backup plan in case a client asks you to deliver your Procreate pattern as a vector file. Well, I’ve got you covered!
We’re going to cover everything from preparing and exporting Procreate files, to learning about different ways to vectorize them in Adobe Illustrator using the image trace tool or pen tool. Besides just vectorizing, I’m going to show you how to easily reassemble that same pattern in Illustrator by using your own custom actions. We’re going to focus on achieving the best results while being time-efficient.
YOU’LL LEARN HOW TO:
Procreate
- Organize your Procreate pattern
- Plan ahead and determine how you’ll vectorize your layers
- Prepare and export your Procreate layers accordingly
Adobe Illustrator
- Correctly set up your pattern design artboard
- Create customs actions for pattern design to be more time-efficient when moving the repeat elements
- Use the pen tool to redraw the elements
- Use the image trace tool to vectorize the elements in one click
- Improve your results by editing them with the direct selection tool, smooth tool & simplify tool
- Create a pattern repeat in Adobe Illustrator
- Save your final pattern design for printing and for social media
