{"id":26693,"date":"2016-06-27T23:01:54","date_gmt":"2016-06-27T15:01:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/?p=26693"},"modified":"2022-08-02T18:38:39","modified_gmt":"2022-08-02T10:38:39","slug":"icon-design-tutorials-2016","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/icon-design-tutorials-2016\/","title":{"rendered":"50 Icon Design Tutorials for Designers"},"content":{"rendered":"

Designers are visual creatures which judge a book by its cover. It\u2019s no secret that icons have a huge impact in website design as well as application design. A good icon should stand out<\/a> and be easy to remember<\/a>. It should easily convey a message to the users and present the brand.<\/p>\n

Designing icons is a challenging task which requires a lot of time and creativity. To help you out with this hard task we have put together 50 amazing and free tutorials to learn icon design from A to Z.<\/strong><\/p>\n

In this collection you\u2019ll find icon tutorials for Photoshop, Illustrator and Sketch<\/strong>. You\u2019ll see tutorials to replicate food, music, weather, business icons<\/strong> and many many more. Just go to the primary source and follow step-by-step guide to achieve great results.<\/p>\n

Read more: <\/strong>Icon Design showcase: sketched versus ready<\/a><\/p>\n

Compass Icon with Long Shadow<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong>In this tutorial you\u2019ll get to know how to design a nice flat compass icon in Photoshop using the tools such as Pen Tool, Rounded Rectangle Tool, and Rectangle Tool.<\/p>\n

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Create an Icon Design Workflow<\/a> \u2013 Sketch<\/strong>Create an awesome moon app icon using Sketch App 3, as well as with add-on functionality from the Sketch Toolbox.<\/p>\n

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Create a To-Do List App Icon<\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>In this guide you\u2019ll see a quick way to create an organizer app icon with 3D effect. It combines radial gradients, blends, and a sense of lighting.<\/p>\n

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Stylish Flat Space Icons <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>Using simple shapes and path operations you can create an awesome set of 6 space icons in trendy flat style in Photoshop.<\/p>\n

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Calendar App Icon <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>Here is a Photoshop tutorial on how to create beautiful calendar app icon in a few easy steps.<\/p>\n

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Create an Address Book Icon <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>Create a detailed address book icon using Photoshop. You\u2019ll learn how to set up a simple grid, and how to take full advantage of the Snap to Grid feature.<\/p>\n

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Create flat icons <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>This tutorial will walk you through the process of creating a simple app icon with a house on it using Photoshop CS6.<\/p>\n

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Create a Mobile App Icon <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>This tutorial is a part of three-part series of articles explaining how to design UI elements for mobile applications. The icon you\u2019re going to create will be perfect for any drawing app.<\/p>\n

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Weather Icon <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>In this tutorial you\u2019ll see how to create a simple weather icon using Photoshop. No special techniques or Photoshop skills required to make your own weather icon.<\/p>\n

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Detailed Lighthouse Flat Icon<\/a> \u2013 Affinity Designer<\/strong>Check out the process of creating a lighthouse icon in a flat style using Affinity Designer. You\u2019ll be using simple shapes and manipulating them to transform.<\/p>\n

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Create A Notes App Icon <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>Does this Notes app icon look like the real thing? In the tutorial, you\u2019ll be using simple shapes, gradients and textures to achieve this stunning icon design.<\/p>\n

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Create a 3D Starfish Icon <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>In this tutorial, you\u2019ll see how to create a starfish and other objects in 3D then combine them with textures in Photoshop to create this stunning icon.<\/p>\n

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How to Create a Map Icon Using <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>With this Photoshop tutorial you\u2019ll learn to create a beautiful three-dimensional icon with a map on it.<\/p>\n

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Productivity Icons <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>In this easy Illustrator tutorial you\u2019ll see the process of creating a set of nine flat productivity icons that may come in handy for future projects.<\/p>\n

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Simple Notebook Icon <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>This simple Ilustrator tutorial will help you to create a nice notebook app icon. It will be useful for beginners as you will learn how to setup a simple grid and create pixel perfect shapes.<\/p>\n

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Mailbox Alert Icons <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>In the following Illustrator tutorial you will learn how to create a simple mail icon with two types of notifications: a red circle and a ribbon.<\/p>\n

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Create Flat Vector Forrst Icon <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>In just half an hour you will be able to create the Forrst icon in vector object.<\/p>\n

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Set of Graffiti-Inspired Line Icons <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>Learn how to create a set of smooth graffiti-inspired line icons using basic shapes and the Direct Selection Tool.<\/p>\n

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Create a Mouthwatering Donut Icon <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>This step-by-step tutorial will teach you how to draw a mouthwatering donut icon in Adobe Illustrator using basic shapes and filters.<\/p>\n

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Create Flat Weather Icons <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>A set of April weather flat icons, using basic shapes, vibrant colors and texturing with artistic brushes.<\/p>\n

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Vibrant Cloud Icon <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>This step-by-step Photoshop tutorial follow you through the process of creating a colourful and vibrant cloud icon using gradients and lighting effects.<\/p>\n

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Shiny Gold Star Coin \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>In this Photoshop Tutorial you can learn how to create a shiny gold coin in Photoshop that you can use as an icon or for any other purposes.<\/p>\n

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Stylised, Textured Flat Camera <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>Follow this tutorial to learn how to create a stylish retro-looking camera, mastering the gradients for lights and shadows.<\/p>\n

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Solar System Planets Icon Pack <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>You will be recreating the planets from our Solar System in the form of an icon pack, using Illustrator. Pluto not included.<\/p>\n

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4 Ways to Create Long Shadow <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>Here you\u2019ll get to know four different ways to create a trendy flat long shadow effect. You can add it to your icons, text or any other design elements.<\/p>\n

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How to Create an App Icon <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>In this Photoshop tutorial you will be creating an icon for a message\/chat application with a \"postman\" stork on it. The guide gives you a insight in the steps to take from a initial sketch to a vectorized icon.<\/p>\n

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Create an App Icon in 20 Easy Steps <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>Create a billiard app icon with a billiard ball and billiards table.<\/p>\n

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Delicious Toast Icons <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>Here is an amazing Illustrator tutorial showing you how to create mouthwatering toasts with butter, fried egg and chocolate with banana.<\/p>\n

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Create a Gradient Icon <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>This Illustrator tutorial will walk you through the process of creating a simple mail app icon inspired by new Instagram logo.<\/p>\n

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Design a Realistic Takeout Coffee Icon <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>Here\u2019s a realistic-looking coffee cup that you can make as an icon in Photoshop.<\/p>\n

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Create a Detailed Camera Icon <\/a> \u2013 Photoshop<\/strong><\/strong>It\u2019s challenging to create detailed realistic icons but you can pick up some tips from doing this tutorial.<\/p>\n

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Flat Design Wedding Icon <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>In this Illustrator tutorial you\u2019ll see the process of creating nice flat icons for a wedding icon. They can be used for Save-the-Date cards<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Retro High School Icon Pack <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>This Illustrator tutorial will teach you to create cool retro high-school-related objects from the 50s. The icon pack contains six flat icons.<\/p>\n

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Bagel Sandwich Icon <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>Follow this tutorial and learn how to create a bagel sandwich icon in Illustrator. It looks almost delicious enough to bite into.<\/p>\n

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Create a Stylised Strawberry Icon <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>This quick Illustrator tutorial will show you how to create an awesome squared strawberry dipped in chocolate app icon.<\/p>\n

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Animated Vector Icons<\/a> \u2013 Illustrator & Photoshop<\/strong>Here you\u2019re going to create three animated icons and explore a couple of techniques for creating smooth, easy animations.<\/p>\n

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A Set of Food Icons <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>Here is a super-easy Illustrator tutorial on how to create a set of food icons: a cup of tea, sandwich and a bowl of soup.<\/p>\n

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Flat Animal Icons <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>This tutorial will help you to create six different animal portrait icons with a circle background.<\/p>\n

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Create Sticker-like Music Icons <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>In this tutorial you\u2019ll see the process of creating musical note sticker icons in three different colors.<\/p>\n

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Donut Icons <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>In this tutorial you will learn how to create four types of donuts in Illustrator: chocolate sprinkles, icing with chocolate chips, plain sugar, and strawberry frosted.<\/p>\n

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How to Use the Blend Tool<\/a> \u2013 CorelDRAW<\/strong>This CorelDRAW tutorial shows how to create a nice notebook icon with long shadow.<\/p>\n

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Flat Precious Gems Icons <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>In this tutorial you\u2019ll learn how to create a set of simple and trendy flat-style gem icons in Illustrator.<\/p>\n

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How to Create a Beautiful Flip Flop Icon <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>Learn how to create these flip-flop icons in Illustrator.<\/p>\n

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Captain America Shield Icon <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>If you\u2019ve seen this shield \"lying around\" and want to learn how to make it, this is the tutorial for you.<\/p>\n

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Delicious Cupcake Icons <\/a> \u2013 Illustrator<\/strong><\/strong>In this tutorial you will see the process of creating a cupcake icon in Illustrator, and you\u2019ll be able to create other delicious variations just by making a few changes.<\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t be shy to share your icons made following these tutorials in the comment field below.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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