💾 Grab the practice files here: https://cryestudio.systeme.io/free-resources Learn how to create stunning social media graphics in Adobe Illustrator! In this beginner-friendly tutorial, I'll show you step-by-step how to design an Instagram post and story image graphic — from setting up your artboard to layering photos, adding text, applying gradients, and exporting for social media. 🎯 What You’ll Learn: ► Setting up Illustrator for social posts design ► Creating a color block and photo layout ► Styling typography and using gradients ► Exporting your graphics for Instagram Posts & Stories 💾 Grab the practice files here: https://cryestudio.systeme.io/free-resources 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Illustrator tutorials and design tips every week! #AdobeIllustrator #SocialMediaDesign #IllustratorTutorial #GraphicDesign #DesignTips #InstagramGraphics #DesignWithMe #CreateWithAdobe #IllustratorBeginner 💡 TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro & What You’ll Learn 00:13 - Creating a New Instagram Post File 01:01 - Setting Up Workspace in Illustrator 01:30 - Importing Assets & Planning Layout 02:30 - Choosing Marathon Photos & Placing on Artboard 03:45 - Drafting & Formatting Text 05:00 - Creating Color Blocks & Gradients 07:00 - Typography Adjustments & Overlays 09:00 - Final Layout Adjustments & Masking 12:00 - Resizing for Instagram Story 14:00 - Exporting Your Designs 17:00 - Wrap Up & Next Steps 🎨 TOOLS I RECOMMEND: 👉 Try Canva Pro free for 30 days→ https://partner.canva.com/kOARLL ☕️ Start your 7-day free Adobe Creative Cloud trial → https://adobe.prf.hn/click/camref:1101lKN6K 🎁 FREE DESIGN RESOURCES ► Logo Design Workbook — https://cryestudio.systeme.io/logo_design_workbook ► Logo Export Cheat Sheet + Template — https://cryestudio.systeme.io/logoexporttemplate ► Favorite Logo Design Books + Tools — https://cryestudio.systeme.io/logo-design-resources ► Free Guide: 100 Digital Download Ideas — https://cryestudio.systeme.io/free-resources ► Download a free print prep checklist for Adobe InDesign: https://cryestudio.systeme.io/free-resources ► Download the free project brief template: https://cryestudio.systeme.io/free-resources ➡️ FOLLOW ME ► Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@cryestudio ► Check out my blog and get in touch: http://cryestudio.com ► Check out my graphic design portfolio: https://www.behance.net/cryestudio 🍿WATCH NEXT ► Graphic design fundamentals course - https://youtu.be/apmfczSOHjM?si=H9rFrqfun6Yk2Znv/ ► Photoshop for beginners - FULL COURSE: https://youtu.be/M888EFXvhsQ ► Adobe InDesign course for beginners: https://youtu.be/89LLXnncncA?si=WZWnjcSttJKQL9qN ► Full Logo Design Process: https://youtu.be/NdTTyk3KJBM?si=Va2y4m2uKfWvU157 ► Create an ad design in Adobe InDesign: https://youtu.be/r0-NjNg-T0U?si=ZNJZEuYwzCxrMXH- Have other questions not covered in this video? Let me know in the comments below. 👋 ABOUT ME Hi, I’m Kellie Crye Ward — a graphic and web designer with 20+ years of experience helping brands stand out through smart, intentional design. On this channel, I make complex design tools like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Canva feel simple and approachable — so you can design with confidence, not overwhelm. Through CryeStudio, I teach creative business owners and aspiring designers how to create logos, marketing materials, and digital products that look professional and feel like you. 🎨 Subscribe for step-by-step tutorials, Canva and Adobe tips, branding guides, and free design resources to level up your creative skills. For questions or collaborations → info@cryestudio.com #GraphicDesign #DesignEducation #LearnGraphicDesign #GraphicDesignTips #BrandingDesign #LogoDesign #DesignTutorial #GraphicDesignTutorial #Canva #CanvaTutorial #AdobeIllustrator #AdobeInDesign #AdobePhotoshop #AdobeAcrobat #AdobePremierePro #Figma #FigmaDesign #IllustratorTips #PhotoshopTips #DesignForBeginners #CreativeBusiness #SmallBusinessBranding #CreativeEntrepreneur #DesignInspiration #DesignProcess #CreativeProcess

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