20 Inspiring 1940s Ads

20 Inspiring 1940s Ads

 

Brand names listed in this series of ads should be very familiar. In comparing the ads of today to the ones of the 1940s, there is one significant difference: illustrations. Get inspired by these colorfully illustrative ads from a more simpler time.

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15 Fantastic 1920s Advertisements

15 Fantastic 1920s Advertisements

 

Vintage adverts are a glimpse into the attitude and behavior of the people of those times. The history of ads cannot be discussed without examining the luxury and economic boom of the 1920s. Let’s delve into the era known as the Roaring Twenties.

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Vintage Camera Tutorial (Part 3)

Vector Vintage Camera Tutorial

 

In the conclusion to the tutorial, the main parts of the camera have been completed and most of what is left over is adding details to trick the eye into believing it’s not vector-based. Ready or not, here we go!

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Vintage Camera Tutorial (Part 2)

Vector Vintage Camera Tutorial

 

In the next step to the Vintage Camera Tutorial, we will be using more advanced Illustrator tools. Beginning with the Mesh Tool, then use a bit of Effects, and end with some Gradients. Back to the grind!

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Vintage Camera Tutorial (Part 1)

Vintage Camera Tutorial

 

For this tutorial, we’re going to place you in a time machine and take you back to the 1960s to create a vintage camera. Based on the structure of the Ansco Cadet II, you will get a crash course in Illustrator. Let’s get started!

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