About Robin Schneider
Robin Schneider is a professor at Otis College of Art and Design and the author of Adobe for Fashion: Illustrator CS6. With over 20 years of experience teaching Adobe Illustrator to fashion professionals, she’s created eight Adobe for Fashion courses on LinkedIn Learning and hosts the popular Adobe for Fashion YouTube channel. Robin is a featured speaker at industry events including CreativePro, the Adobe Illustrator Summit, and the International Textile Show. She also works directly with fashion companies to train in-house teams and implement streamlined Illustrator systems that boost consistency and efficiency.
Adobe Illustrator for Fashion Design
Live Online Course | June 3 – August 5, 2025
Tuesday 7:00 pm–10:00 pm PT (10 Weeks)
Instructor: Robin Schneider
Whether you're just getting started with Illustrator or want to transition your skills into fashion-specific applications, this course is your gateway to confident, professional-quality fashion flats. Designed with absolute beginners in mind, this 10-week live online course will guide you through essential tools, foundational techniques, and step-by-step garment drawings—from T-shirts to tailored jackets.
This hands-on class blends practical demonstrations, clear instructions, and expert shortcuts that will save you time and stress.
Enroll by May 23 and save 20% with our Early Bird Rate:
Coupon Code: Robin2025
You will learn to:
Navigate the Illustrator interface and customize your workspace for fashion design
Use essential tools like Pen, Shape Builder, and Layers with confidence
Draw professional flat sketches including shirts, jackets, pants, and skirts
Apply stitches, symbols, brushes, and technical details used in real tech packs
Create seamless repeats like plaids, stripes, and random prints
Course Includes:
10 live Zoom sessions (3 hours each)
Session recordings available for 1 year
Bonus Pre-recorded tutorials
Optional weekly assignments with feedback
Slack group for ongoing Q&A and support
Certificate of Completion
Who This Class is For:
Aspiring fashion designers and students new to digital tools
Professionals transitioning from hand-drawing to digital sketching
Anyone overwhelmed by Illustrator and looking for a fashion-focused entry point
No prior Illustrator experience required. All you need is the current version of Adobe Illustrator (Mac or PC) and a reliable internet connection.
What people are saying...
She is simply brilliant at what she does. She is so clear and easy to understand, excellent teacher! The skill set she gave me has saved me countless times in my professional life.
— Brooke B
Your clear instruction, practical insights, and generous sharing of industry knowledge gave me the tools and confidence to enter the professional world with purpose. I constantly refer back to your lessons when navigating tech packs, flats, and garment specs, and they’ve directly shaped my ability to work successfully as a designer and technical professional.
— Davon I
I love all your videos, Robin. The ones on LinkedIn are also amazing. Please keep doing what you are doing, I’ve learned illustrator from complete scratch from your videos alone. Thank you 💖
— Rebecca T
I just want to say, you saved my life! I used to always go back to your lectures in college (when they used to be on Lynda). I really struggled in college using illustrator to create flats but now it became one of my strongest assets as a fashion designer all thanks to you! Thank you, thank you, and thank you!
— @pona6*1
Thank you Robin , you have a lovely voice and a great teaching style. You are underrated for sure but glad I know about you because you‘ve helped me immensely.
— Xenia C
This was so great. I was able to follow along with no problems!! You really make it so easy. Thanks again Robin
— Jennifer H
This was SO good! Right to the point, no extra faff, easy to follow and magical!! Thank you!!
— @tiffany*56
Damn you’re bad ass
— Gabriel C
FAQs
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This course is designed for beginners who want to learn Adobe Illustrator specifically for fashion design. No prior Illustrator experience is required—just a willingness to learn and a passion for fashion.
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You’ll need the current version of Adobe Illustrator (Mac or Windows). A free trial is available from Adobe if you're not ready to subscribe right away.
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Just your computer, Adobe Illustrator, a reliable internet connection and a mouse.
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Live online via Zoom. Each session includes step-by-step demos, guided practice, and time for Q&A. You’ll get clear, structured instruction with a focus on building real-world skills.
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Live attendance is encouraged, but sessions will be recorded and available for enrolled students to review.
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Yes! This class is intentionally designed for those who are brand new to Illustrator. We start with the basics and build from there—with clear explanations, essential tools, and plenty of support.
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No drawing skills are required. We’ll be creating technical flats, and you’ll learn how to use Illustrator’s tools to get clean, professional results—even if you’ve never drawn before.
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This course focuses on flat sketching in Illustrator, not on pattern drafting, grading, or full tech pack creation. However, you’ll learn how to add stitches, zippers, and other technical details used in tech packs.
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The full course is $850. An early bird price of $660 is available if you register by May 23rd.