In this Illustrator tutorial, you'll learn how to create a watercolor background using a gradient mesh, blend modes, and brushes. ► Or download a set of readymade watercolor backgrounds: https://elements.envato.com/watercolor-backgrounds-kit-XASF76?utm_campaign=yt_tutsplus_s3AU-mYvE2U&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=youtube.com&utm_content=description

What You'll Learn:

00:00 Intro
00:45 Set up a new document
01:25 Create a gradient mesh
03:32 Distort a gradient mesh
04:47 Start to create the watercolor background
05:28 Create the background of your watercolor background
06:19 Create the middle ground of your watercolor background
06:54 Create the foreground of your watercolor background
07:12 Create and use a scatter brush
08:32 Outro

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