The 9 best illustrator tutorials of February 2009
Learn how to create a colorful text effect with this great Illustrator tutorial from VectorTuts
| 754 views | by VectorTuts
You'll learn how to work with type to make a cool desktop wallpaper and add scars to complete the design.
| 520 views | by VectorTuts
This tutorial will walk you through creating a comic strip using Illustrator's pen tool, custom brushes and masking features.
| 515 views | by VectorTuts
Learn how to add depth to your illustrations using variable line thickness, contour, shadow and fill color.
| 502 views | by VectorTuts
A perfect opportunity to learn how to use the Pen tool in Illustrator and how bezier curves work.
| 479 views | by Veerle
![Mastering Masking in Illustrator [PDF]](http://www.tutorialmagazine.com/img/square/169.jpg)
Ben the Illustrator shows you the range of brilliant features hidden within your masking tools.
| 433 views | by computerarts
This tutorial uses simple shapes and gradients that are easy to apply to other character illustrations.
| 421 views | by VectorTuts
