Draw an Ornate Bell in Adobe Illustrator

Launch Illustrator and initiate a new document by pressing Ctrl/Cmd + N. Configure the artboard dimensions to 400x500px. For objects requiring symme

Draw an Ornate Bell in Adobe IllustratorLaunch Illustrator and initiate a new document by pressing Ctrl/Cmd + N. Configure the artboard dimensions to 400x500px. New document screen in IllustratorFor objects requiring symmetrical designs, it’s efficient to draw one half and then create a mirrored duplicate. This method not only conserves time but also guarantees perfect symmetry between the two halves.Utilize the Pen Tool (P) to sketch one side of the bell. Pen tool to draw bellSelect the created vector path with the Selection Tool (V) and navigate to Object > Transform > Reflect. Opt for the Vertical option and click the Copy button to generate a mirrored version of the path.Vector path for bellMaintain Shift to constrain horizontal movement and drag the copy to the right until the upper terminal anchor points align. Matching anchor points on bellEmploy the Direct Selection Tool (A) to choose only the endpoints of both paths. Right-click and select Join from the menu to merge the endpoints.Direct selection tool for bellClose the path entirely. Switch to the Pen Tool (P) and click the lower endpoints to close the shape. Eliminate the Stroke and set the Fill color to red for visibility purposes (this will be adjusted later).Fill color on bellTo eliminate the bell’s flatness, divide its shape into segments and apply color gradients to mimic a 3D effect. Use the Pen Tool to draw two arcs as depicted below.Drawing two arcs with pen toolSelect the bell shape and one of the arcs with the Selection Tool (V) and access the Pathfinder Panel. Click the Divide button to split the bell shape into two sections.Bell shape in two partsKeep the object selected and ungroup it (Shift + Ctrl/Cmd + G). Then, select the lower part of the bell and the other arc, and divide it again to create the bottom part of the bell, resulting in three sections.Bell divided into three partsUtilize the Ellipse Tool (L) to form an ellipse for the bell’s base, ensuring smooth, continuous sides. Create an ellipse for the lower part of the bell Matching endpointsNext, split the upper part of the bell in half for easier gradient application. Use the Line Tool (/) to draw a vertical line through the middle of the bell and align it centrally with the segments using the Align Panel.Divide the upper part of the bell in halfSelect the line and the upper part of the bell, then divide it using the Pathfinder Panel. Ungroup the resulting object and prepare for gradient application.Divide bell in pathfinderApply gradients to give the bell a lifelike appearance. Use radial gradients for the upper sides and linear gradients for the middle and lower parts, as well as the ellipse.Apply the same radial gradient to both upper sides of the bell Apply the same radial gradient to both upper sides of the bell Linear gradient on bell Linear gradient on lower part of bell Linear gradient for ellipseCreate the bell’s thickness by duplicating the ellipse and scaling it down. Apply a radial gradient for realism.Duplicate the ellipse Apply radial gradientGenerate reflections and shadows to enhance the light source’s accuracy. Use the Pathfinder Panel to create a copy of the bell shape and combine it with various parts to create reflections.Unite pathfinder command Unite pathfinder command Step 2Duplicate the green shape of the bell, lock and hide the original, and move the copy for reflection purposes.Select the visible copy of the green shapeCreate copies of the bell’s parts and the green shape, then use the Minus Front button in the Pathfinder Panel to create reflection shapes.Minus Front button in the Pathfinder PanelApply gradients to the reflection shapes to create a realistic appearance.Create the copy of the upper part of the bell Apply a linear gradient to the new shapeRepeat the process to create additional reflections and shadows, adjusting gradients and shapes as needed.Repeat the previous process Repeat the previous process Step 2 Repeat the previous process Step 3For the bell’s right side, create reflections and shadows using similar techniques, adjusting gradients and shapes for the desired effect.For shadows, apply the linear gradient Play around with gradients until you achieve a desirable result Play around with gradients until you achieve a desirable result Step 2 Play around with gradients until you achieve a desirable result Step 3Enhance the bell’s shape by defining horizontal curvatures and applying radial gradients to create a strip. Use the Minus Front button to intersect this strip with reflections and shadows.Apply the radial gradient Make copies of each part Make copies of each part Step 2

Draw an Ornate Bell in Adobe Illustrator

Draw an Ornate Bell in Adobe Illustrator

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