Vectorize Any Image in Illustrator with Image Trace

☕️ Start your 7-day free Adobe Creative Cloud trial → https://adobe.prf.hn/click/camref:1101lKN6K Want to turn a photo into a clean, scalable vector graphic using Adobe Illustrator? In this quick tutorial, I’ll walk you step-by-step through how to use Illustrator’s Image Trace tool to convert a raster image into vector shapes — perfect for logos, print, or web design. What you'll learn: ► Where to find the Image Trace tool (even if it's hidden) ► The difference between black & white, color, and preset tracing modes ► How to fine-tune your vector with the color slider ► Exporting your final artwork as SVG, EPS, or AI 🎯 Whether you're working with product shots, pets, or illustrations — this tutorial makes vectorizing easy. 💡 CONTENTS 00:00 - Intro: Photo to Vector in Illustrator 00:06 - Creating a new Illustrator file 00:27 - Best tool for raster to vector: Image Trace 00:58 - Opening the Image Trace Panel 01:23 - Adjusting number of colors with the slider 01:44 - Testing presets (3, 6, 16 colors, grayscale, line art) 02:19 - Expanding the trace to create vector shapes 02:32 - Editing and refining vector points 03:12 - Exporting vector: AI, EPS, or SVG 🎨 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 STUFF ► FREE Guide: 100 Digital Download Ideas to Make $$$: https://cryestudio.systeme.io/free-resources ►Download the FREE logo export cheat sheet and file template: https://cryestudio.systeme.io/logoexporttemplate ►Grab the FREE Logo Design Workbook: https://cryestudio.systeme.io/logo_design_workbook ►Download a list of my favorite logo design books + resources: https://cryestudio.systeme.io/logo-design-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 Have other questions not covered in this video? Let me know in the comments below. 👋 ABOUT ME I'm Kellie Crye Ward — a graphic and web designer with 20+ years of experience helping brands stand out with smart, intentional design. I make complex design tools like Adobe and Canva feel simple and approachable. Through CryeStudio, I teach creative business owners and aspiring designers how to confidently create logos, marketing materials, and digital products — without overwhelm. Subscribe for step-by-step tutorials, practical tips, and tons of free design resources to level up your skills. For questions or inquiries, contact me at info@cryestudio.com. #graphicdesign #art #creativity #designprocess #masteringart #graphicdesignprocess #creativeprocess #design #graphicartist #digitalart #illustration #graphicdesignskills #creativejourney #creativeminds #designinspiration #learninggraphicdesign #designeducation #artisticprocess #graphicdesigncommunity #designthinking #graphicdesigntutorial #CanvaTutorial #GraphicDesignTips #VectorArt #AdobeIllustrator #ImageTrace #VectorArt #GraphicDesignTips #IllustratorTutorial #RasterToVector #CreativeWorkflow #IllustratorForBeginners #SVGExport #DesignWithAdobe