Hello all! I'm currently a student based in LA, and here's what I came up with using helpful tips from DKNG!! Here's what I primarily used:

1. Live Corners 
2. Targeting Layers 
3. Giving Depth to Simple Shapes 
4. Custom Pattern Stroke 

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I'm eventually making a series of illustrations and designs based on teas, this one is based on Dragon Well Tea! Thank you DKNG for this course, really really helped so much!! I knew there was a shortcut for everything I'd do manually.....bahaha