Psychedelic 3D Liquid Marble Text Effect | Adobe Illustrator Tutorial
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In this Adobe Illustrator tutorial, you'll learn how to create a psychedelic text effect. In this step-by-step beginner lesson, you'll use the touch type tool, design 3D typography, apply a liquid marble graphic to the text, and add dramatic lighting and shadows.
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🏞️ ASSET DOWNLOAD
Ekamai font ⤵️
https://fonts.adobe.com/fonts/ekamai
Liquid Marble Graphic ⤵️
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/7n9rha...
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🗂️ CHAPTERS
00:00 Adobe Illustrator 3D Psychedelic Text Effect Tutorial
00:11 Using the Touch Type Tool
00:36 Kerning & Adjusting Typography
01:12 Adding a 3D Effect Text
01:35 3D Materials & Surface Settings Explained
01:45 Applying a Liquid Marble Texture to 3D Text
02:36 Editing & Repositioning Graphics Inside 3D Text
04:20 Lighting & Shadow Effects for Realistic 3D Text
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I’m Erin, a graphic designer and educator. I create design tutorials specifically for my college students—though all are welcome! My videos prioritize accessibility for every learner with slow step by step instruction, minimal background noise, closed captions, and the use of highlights and zooms for better visibility.
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#3DTextEffect
#PsychedelicDesign
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#LiquidMarble