The EASIEST (and Coolest) Dripping Text Video
Dripping text and dripping shapes are cool. Why? Because this technique takes what you're used to seeing to a completely new level. Especially with type. Not only that, it's easy. All you need to do is learn how to draw a straight line, thicken it, round the ends, join it to your shape and bevel the connection.
In this video, you'll learn about converting your type to a shape, using your pen tool to draw line segments, basic stroke management, how to shape build and join shapes, then how to bevel where shapes join.
Introduction 00:00
File Set-up: 00:50
Type Set-up & Warp Effect: 2:10
Create Outlines & Simplify: 04:04
Build Drip Line Segments: 05:50
Convert Lines to Filled Shapes: 08:55
Unite Shapes & Tactics: 11:12
Bevel Corners: 12:03
Add Color: 12:55
Conclusion: 13:33