Draw an S in 60 secs

How to draw an S in 60 seconds (in Illustrator)

1. Draw 2 ovals, bottom one slightly bigger than the top.
2. Use the scissors tool to cut at 4 o'clock (top oval) - 10 o'clock (bottom oval).
3. Direct select the path as shown and delete.
4. Direct select the centre anchors and press CMD+J to joint the two paths.
5. Direct select the same anchor points and go to OBJECT > PATH > REMOVE ANCHOR POINTS.
6. Adjust handles as shown to balance centre line.

Tip from the Logo & Lettering Bible by Leslie Cabarga