Hungred.com tutorials

http://hungred.com/useful-information/10-ways-fully-utilise-blend-tool-adobe-illustrator/
Blending, curves and swirls. Useful website that gives you tips on how to create effects to your image.

Stylish vector flowers, gradients and swirls can all be given energy and depth to an otherwise flat document. I find the website useful as it enables the artist to give movement to their images. The styles and techniques can be used and incorporated in other designs either extensively to reflect a dramatic transformation or minimal approach.