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Abstract Background

abstract background In my previous tutorial, I’ve showed you how to make stylish flower with Blend Tool. This tutorial shows you how to make hi-tech style abstract background with Illustrator Blend Tool. Very cool and simple!

Version: Illustrator 9+

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1. Gradient background

Create a rectangular path and fill it with blue gradient.

gradient path

2. Screen gradient paths

Create another path with Blue-Black gradient and select Screen Blending Mode. This will create a lighter blue gradient shade. If your color setting is CMYK, make sure the black is full black (C,M,Y,K=100). The red arrow on the image is the direction of the gradient fill.

screen path

Repeat the previous step to create another Screen gradient path.

screen path

3. Abstract wave

Make 2 white stroke paths.

wave strokes

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