{"id":1358,"date":"2010-01-18T15:57:02","date_gmt":"2010-01-18T15:57:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/eagrapho.com\/?p=1358"},"modified":"2010-01-18T15:57:02","modified_gmt":"2010-01-18T15:57:02","slug":"20-tutorials-to-help-master-illustrator%e2%80%99s-gradient-mesh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eagrapho.com\/?p=1358","title":{"rendered":"20 Tutorials to Help Master Illustrator\u2019s Gradient Mesh"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The gradient mesh is one of the most powerful tools in your Illustrator toolbox, but it\u2019s also one of the trickiest to get the hang of. This year I\u2019m determined to master this amazing tool, so I\u2019ve searched the web far and wide to pull together the best free training materials. This collection of tutorials covers everything from basic gradient mesh tool to some full on photorealistic vector designs. If, like me you have a mission to get to grips with gradient mesh, look no further than this collection of resources.<\/p>\n<p><span id=\"more-2757\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"header\">Gradient mesh capabilities<\/h3>\n<p>You only have to glance at amazing artwork such as this motorcycle rendering by Yukio Miyamoto to realise how powerful the gradient mesh tool can be. It allows the most minute control over colour gradients, enabling you to recreate highlights and shadows that help produce photorealistic images.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.khulsey.com\/masters_yukio_miyamoto.html\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2758\" title=\"Gradient mesh motorcycle\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/01\/mesh.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"450\" height=\"617\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>I like to think of the gradient mesh like the great <a href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Nunchaku\">Nunchaku<\/a>, it\u2019s a weapon of awesome capabilities that when used to its full potential by masters like <a href=\"http:\/\/customworkshop.biz\/osCommerce\/catalog\/images\/Way%20of%20the%20Dragon%20Nunchaku%20with%20Bruce%20Lee.jpg\">Bruce Lee<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pollsb.com\/photos\/o\/12528-michelangelo.jpg\">Michelangelo the turtle<\/a> looks insanely awesome. However it takes years of practice to become a true ninja. The same goes with the gradient mesh, when in the hands of a veteran, it can be used to create some unbelieveable photorealistic artwork, but it takes time, dedication and mental power to become a true master. Wrap a scarf around your head Karate Kid style and let\u2019s get down to some serious training with these tutorials!<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"header\">Gradient mesh tutorials<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/vector.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/illustration\/tips-for-working-with-the-gradient-mesh-tool-in-illustrator\/\">Tips for Working with the Gradient Mesh Tool In Illustrator<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/vector.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/illustration\/tips-for-working-with-the-gradient-mesh-tool-in-illustrator\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/01.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/vector.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/illustration\/how-to-make-a-vector-military-cap-icon\/\">How to Make a Vector Military Cap Icon<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/vector.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/illustration\/how-to-make-a-vector-military-cap-icon\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/02.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vectordiary.com\/illustrator\/gradient-mesh-flower-tutorial\/\">Illustrator Tutorial: Gradient Mesh Flower<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vectordiary.com\/illustrator\/gradient-mesh-flower-tutorial\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/03.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/vector.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/icon-design\/create-a-yummy-ice-cream-icon-with-mesh-objects-and-blends\/\">Create a Yummy Ice Cream Icon with Mesh Objects and Blends<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/vector.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/icon-design\/create-a-yummy-ice-cream-icon-with-mesh-objects-and-blends\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/04.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/veerle.duoh.com\/blog\/comments\/create_realistic_illustrations_using_illustrators_gradient_mesh\/\">Create realistic illustrations using Illustrator\u2019s Gradient Mesh<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/veerle.duoh.com\/blog\/comments\/create_realistic_illustrations_using_illustrators_gradient_mesh\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/05.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.gomediazine.com\/tutorials\/vectors-imitate-life-with-gradient-mesh\/\">Vectors Imitate Life with Gradient Mesh<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.gomediazine.com\/tutorials\/vectors-imitate-life-with-gradient-mesh\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/06.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/wakdor.deviantart.com\/art\/Gradient-Mesh-Tutorial-35656108\">Gradient Mesh Tutorial<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/wakdor.deviantart.com\/art\/Gradient-Mesh-Tutorial-35656108\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/07.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/vector.tutsplus.com\/illustration\/illustrate-a-pair-of-sweet-gradient-mesh-cherries\/\">Illustrate a Pair of Sweet Gradient Mesh Cherries<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/vector.tutsplus.com\/illustration\/illustrate-a-pair-of-sweet-gradient-mesh-cherries\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/08.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/lifeinvector.com\/?page_id=181\">Gradient Mesh Bell Pepper Tutorial<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/lifeinvector.com\/?page_id=181\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/09.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.digitalartsonline.co.uk\/TUTORIALS\/index.cfm?featureID=1887&amp;pn=1\">Master the gradient mesh tool<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.digitalartsonline.co.uk\/TUTORIALS\/index.cfm?featureID=1887&amp;pn=1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/10.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/vector.tutsplus.com\/illustration\/make-a-shiny-gum-ball-machine-with-mesh-gradients\/\">Make a Shiny Gum Ball Machine with Mesh Gradients<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/vector.tutsplus.com\/illustration\/make-a-shiny-gum-ball-machine-with-mesh-gradients\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/11.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/leoblanchette.vox.com\/library\/post\/gradient-mesh-editing-tutorial-adobe-illustrator-cs2.html\">Gradient Mesh Editing Tutorial <\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/leoblanchette.vox.com\/library\/post\/gradient-mesh-editing-tutorial-adobe-illustrator-cs2.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/12.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/vector.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/icon-design\/how-to-create-an-energy-saving-bulb-in-illustrator\/\">How to Create an Energy Saving Bulb in Illustrator<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/vector.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/icon-design\/how-to-create-an-energy-saving-bulb-in-illustrator\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/13.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.adobe.com\/designcenter\/illustrator\/articles\/ill11kbmesh.html\">Mastering Mesh<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.adobe.com\/designcenter\/illustrator\/articles\/ill11kbmesh.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/14.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/vector.tutsplus.com\/illustration\/make-an-aurora-borealis-design-in-illustrator\/\">Make an Aurora Borealis Design in Illustrator<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/vector.tutsplus.com\/illustration\/make-an-aurora-borealis-design-in-illustrator\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/15.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vectordiary.com\/illustrator\/illustrator-tutorial-realistic-curtain\/\">Illustrator Tutorial: Realistic Curtain<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vectordiary.com\/illustrator\/illustrator-tutorial-realistic-curtain\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/16.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"header\">Video Tutorials<\/h3>\n<p>Sometimes it\u2019s handy to get that extra level of help from a video screencast. These tutorials help you understand the actual workflow and see the techniques in action.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/revision3.com\/pixelperfect\/gmesh\/\">The Adobe Illustrator Gradient Mesh Tool<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/revision3.com\/pixelperfect\/gmesh\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/17.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.layersmagazine.com\/illustrator-gradient-mesh-tool.html\">Intro to the Gradient Mesh Tool<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.layersmagazine.com\/illustrator-gradient-mesh-tool.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/18.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/vimeo.com\/8215349\">Create an iPod Nano Using Gradient Mesh<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/vimeo.com\/8215349\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/19.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.freepsd.com\/2009\/07\/06\/gradient-mesh-freshly-brewed-coffee\/\">Gradient mesh, freshly brewed coffee<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.freepsd.com\/2009\/07\/06\/gradient-mesh-freshly-brewed-coffee\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/20.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=a8ZDViCmo7w&amp;feature=channel\">Reshaping Mesh to fit into complex shapes (pt1)<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=a8ZDViCmo7w&amp;feature=channel\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/21.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=FdH2hAUUPbg&amp;feature=channel\">Adding color to each mesh node (pt2)<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=FdH2hAUUPbg&amp;feature=channel\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.spoongraphics.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/gradient-mesh\/21.jpg\" alt=\"View the tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The gradient mesh is one of the most powerful tools in your Illustrator toolbox, but it\u2019s also one of the trickiest to get the hang of. This year I\u2019m determined to master this amazing tool, so I\u2019ve searched the web far and wide to pull together the best free training materials. This collection of tutorials [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5,64,91,92,70],"tags":[127,149,17,150,68,151,152,142,90],"class_list":["post-1358","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog","category-graphic-design-blog","category-resources-blog","category-tutorials-blog","category-web-design-blog","tag-app","tag-creative","tag-design","tag-gradient","tag-illustrator","tag-mesh","tag-resource","tag-tool","tag-tutorial"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/eagrapho.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1358","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/eagrapho.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/eagrapho.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eagrapho.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eagrapho.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1358"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/eagrapho.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1358\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1359,"href":"https:\/\/eagrapho.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1358\/revisions\/1359"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/eagrapho.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1358"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eagrapho.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1358"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eagrapho.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1358"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}