How to Make 3D Objects in Illustrator

Tutorial: Creating a 3D Ice Cream Design in Adobe Illustrator

Step 1: Setting Up the Document

1. Open Adobe Illustrator and create a new document.
2. Set the document width and height to 850 pixels, color mode to RGB, and resolution to 72 pixels per inch.
3. Enable the grid by going to View > Snap to Grid and set the gridline every 5 pixels.
4. Create a circle shape with stroke removed and fill color set to 250, 145, 180.
5. Apply Effect > Distort and Transform > Roughen with size 10 and detail 3.

Step 2: Creating the Ice Cream Shape

1. Use the Pen Tool to create the ice cream shape by following specific measurements and angles as mentioned in the video.
2. Adjust colors and place shapes on top of each other accordingly.

Step 3: Adding Details

1. Create a cherry on top using the Ellipse Tool and Direct Selection Tool to modify its position and color.
2. Use the Arc Tool to create sprinkles with specific dimensions and stroke color.

Step 4: Applying 3D Effects

1. Group all shapes related to the ice cream design.
2. Apply a 3D effect by checking the Ray Tracing option and adjusting settings for depth, lighting, and intensity.
3. Duplicate the sprinkles and apply the same 3D effect to them.

Step 5: Creating the Ice Cream Cone

1. Create a rectangular grid and save it as a symbol.
2. Design the cone using rectangles and the Shape Builder Tool to create the cone shape.
3. Apply a 3D effect to the cone shape with specific lighting and rotation settings.

Step 6: Adding Drip Details

1. Use the Pen Tool to create drip shapes and apply the same 3D effect used for the ice cream shapes.
2. Add a drop shadow effect to the drips for a realistic look.

Step 7: Background and Final Touches

1. Create a background shape covering the artboard and fill it with a radial gradient.
2. Group all ice cream shapes and center them on the artboard.
3. Create a shadow below the ice cream cone using the Ellipse Tool and adjust its opacity for a subtle effect.

By following these steps, you can create a 3D Ice Cream design in Adobe Illustrator similar to the one demonstrated in the video.