Students Audrey Eells and Kathryn Baldree create logos using their newly acquired knowledge of the Illustrator pen tool.
Post by Katie Homer, BPHA President
Members of the BYU Public Health Association completed their training in Adobe Illustrator the week of February 9. Students met twice with instructor, Jonathan Urie, for two hours each time. The course covered the basic differences between Illustrator and other computer programs that can be used to create promotional materials in public health. One of the largest advantages of using Illustrator is the ability to alter the shape of the image without creating a pixilated final product. Many times Urie said, “An Illustrator product just looks more professional.”
During the course, students were taken through exercises that enhanced their capacity to work in Illustrator. The students who completed the course are now able to use the program to create products for a myriad of different activities and events. In addition, these students can now list “Illustrator capabilities” on their resumes as they apply for jobs and internships.
If students are interested in coordinating other trainings or activities through BPHA, talk to other students to see if they would like to be involved as well. Then, email the BPHA Presidency at byu.publichealthassociation@gmail.com with any ideas or suggestions.
Instructor Jonathan Urie takes students through the basic advantages and features of Illustrator before beginning exercises in the program.
