Illustrator is one of my weakest strengths, but its such an important aspect to Design, I have done this illustration to practise and learn illustrator, to become comfortable and confident using illustator. Here is how I've done. Enjoy!
Here are my steps to completing my finished peice.
I feel that I have learnt alot about illustrator and comibining my new skillsof illustrator, with photoshop too. I've really enjoyed doing this piece. 
Deer Illustration
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Deer Illustration

My first complete illustration using illustrator.

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