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    Sample Flat Animal Design:

                     Step-by-Step Instructions:
                     1.  Open Adobe Illustrator
                             Launch Adobe Illustrator and create a new document.
                             Set the document size to 800 x 800 pixels for a clear view of your design.

                     2.  Choose Your Animal
                             Pick an animal to design in a flat style (e.g., butterfly, panda, dog, cat).
                             Look for a simple reference image that shows basic shapes and features of the animal.

                     3.  Create the Base Shape
                             Use the "Shape Tool" (rectangle, ellipse, etc.) to create the basic body parts of the animal.
                             For example, for a panda, you can use ellipses for the head and body, and smaller circles
                             for the eyes and ears.

                     4.  Add Details with Simple Shapes
                             Use the "Pen Tool" or "Shape Tool" to draw additional features like ears, eyes, and mouth.
                             Keep the lines clean and minimal—flat design avoids gradients and heavy shading, so
                             focus on using solid shapes with solid colors.

                     5.  Apply Colors
                             Use the "Fill Tool" to apply solid colors to the shapes.
                             For a panda, you would use black and white for the body and eyes. For a butterfly, use
                             bright colors for the wings, with each section having a different color.

                     6.  Refine the Design
                             Adjust the sizes of the shapes to ensure everything is proportional.
                             Use the "Align Tool" to center your animal's features for symmetry.

                     7.  Add Minimal Features
                             Add minimal features such as simple patterns or lines to enhance the design (e.g., lines
                             on the butterfly wings or the panda’s nose).
                             Avoid adding too many details—flat design is about simplicity.

                     8.  Final Adjustments
     HANDS-ON PROJECT        Zoom in and check for any rough edges or misaligned parts.

                             Make sure all parts are neatly aligned and clean.
     PROJECT NAME: Designing Flat Animal  9.  Save and Export

     Software Used: Adobe Illustrator     Save your project in Adobe Illustrator format (.ai) for future edits.

     Objective:              Export your design as a PNG or JPEG for sharing or printing.
     By the end of this project, students will:  Quick Tips:
       ∑  Learn the basics of flat-style design, which uses simple shapes and minimal shading.    ∑  Start with simple shapes to build your animal’s body and features.

       ∑  Understand how to use Adobe Illustrator tools to create a flat-style animal.    ∑  Keep the colors palette minimal and vibrant for a clean, flat look.
       ∑  Develop creativity and design skills by designing a flat-style version of an animal, such as a     ∑  Use the "Pathfinder Tool" to combine and subtract shapes for clean, seamless designs.
     butterfly.

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