Adobe Illustrator is the industry-standard vector graphics software that’s used by millions of designers and artists to create everything from gorgeous web and mobile graphics to logos, icons, book illustrations, product packaging, and billboards.
Cost and Eligibility:
As of October 1st, 2024, we have moved to request-based Adobe licensing.
Important Note: Even if you have previously had access to these systems, you still need to submit the request form to continue using Adobe products.
DU Staff and Faculty (including adjuncts) must use the Adobe Access Request form to get access to the following apps:
- Adobe Express
- Adobe Acrobat Pro DC (desktop PDF management application)
- Adobe Creative Cloud (All Apps)
DU Students automatically have access to Adobe Express. Students must use the Adobe Access Request form to get access to the following apps:
- Adobe Acrobat Pro DC
- Adobe Creative Cloud
Features and Benefits:
- Perfectly scale drawings, logos and text
- Work on a desktop, laptop, iPad or offline - all your files are synced to the cloud
- Create smarter with features powered by Adobe Sensei Al - automatically extract colors from a photo and add them to your design
- Auto-trace a hand-drawn sketch and turn it into a vector graphic
AI Capabilities:
- Functionality:
- Vector graphics illustration and creation
- Logo design
- Typography and layout design
- AI Features:
- Auto Trace for converting images to vector graphics
- Adobe Sensei for pattern creation and color suggestions
- Text to Vector” for AI image generation
- Text to Vector - AI image generation
- AI recolor – recolor your work with a click of a button
Why should I use Illustrator?
Beautiful visual design takes any project up a notch. Being the one with the graphic design skills can make you an invaluable part of the team, and Adobe Illustrator is the way to go to build your professional experience with graphics and illustrations.
- Build your resume, bring some creativity to your course materials, or brand your next event like a pro. Here are some ideas for using Illustrator on campus:
- Create logos for departments, teams, clubs, organizations and events
- Make graphics for marketing swag and giveaways (stickers, water bottles, t-shirts, keychains, etc.)
- Bring a visual element to a group of data by creating an infographic
- Build your own personal brand