Design
Graphic Design Masterclass
Master the fundamentals of graphic design with a comprehensive course covering color theory, typography, branding, logo creation, layout design, and more. Learn the essential tools and techniques to create stunning designs for both digital and print media, equipping you with the skills to succeed in the creative industry.
What you will learn
- Color Theory in Design
- Typography Basics
- Logo Design Fundamentals
- Branding Essentials
- Layout Design Principles
- Creating Visual Hierarchies
- Photo Editing with Photoshop
- Illustration Techniques
- Using Design Software (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop)
Corporate training outcomes
- Completion certificate
- Practical assignments and project work
- Mentor support and progress tracking
- Custom batch options for teams
- Yes
Requirements
- Laptop with good internet
- Passionate about design
- No prior experience needed
- Willing to dedicate time
- Curious about creative and visual communication
Curriculum
Welcome to Graphic Design Course
- welcome guide
How to Become a Graphic Designer
- Introduction to graphic design
- Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Graphic Designer
Graphic Design Theory
- The Anatomy of Typography
- Detailed Review and History of Serif Fonts
- Detailed Review - Sans-Serif Fonts
- Using Type in Layout and Design
- Font Pairing Basics
- Design Theory - INTERMISSION
- Working with Typography: Headlines and Multiple Word Phrases
- Working with Typography: Large Blocks of Text
- The Psychology of Color
- Color Theory - Exploring Color Palettes
- Color Theory - Exploring Color Palettes - Part 2
- Color Theory - Exploring Color Palettes - part 3
- EXTRA: Student Challenge - Exploring Color Palettes
- Photos in Design
- Layout and Blocking in Design
- Layout Theory: Layout and Design
- Layout Theory: Effective Layout
- Layout Theory: A Detailed Guide To Grids in Design
- Layout Theory: Design Themes on multiple pages/panels
- Small Design Details Matter In Design: Texture, Drop Shadows, Layering and Light
- Let’s Get Technical: Color Profiles, Sizes and Bleed
Iconic Design Movements
- Art Nouveau and Bauhaus
- Art Deco and Swiss Design Style
- Pop Art and the Future
- Student Project
AI in Graphic Design
- Introduction to AI: Prompts, Programs and Ethics
Adobe Photoshop Basics
- Introduction to the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite
- Adobe Photoshop - The Basics Worksheet - Part 1
- Adobe Photoshop - The Basics Worksheet - Part 2
- Adobe Photoshop - The Basics Worksheet - Part 3
- Basics - Working with Photos
- Basics - Brush Tool
- Photoshop 2024 update - Contextual Taskbar
- Basic Practice Project
- Basic Practice Project
- 2
- Extra Lesson: Smart Objects
Photo Editing with Adobe Photoshop
- Introduction to Photo editing
- Using Adjustments - The Hourglass Project
- Using Adjustments - The Hourglass Project - 2
- Using Adjustments - The Hourglass Project - 3
- Photoshop Editing - The Plant Photo
- Photoshop Editing - The Piano Photo
- The Amazing Camera Raw Filter
- Gradient Maps - 1
- Gradient Maps - 2
- Gradient Maps - 3
- Gradient Maps - Final
Photoshop Intermediate Tools
- Duotones and Gradients
- Cutting out and Isolating Objects
- Cutting out and Isolating Objects - Part 2
- The Amazing Content Aware Tool
- Spot Healing Brush Tool
- Layering Masks
Advanced Photo Editing and Manipulation
- Changing Hair Color
- Changing Object Color
- Photo Manipulation Tools - Liquify and Photo Touchup
- Photo Manipulation Tools - Part 2
- OLDER BUT STILL VALUABLE: The Neural Filter - AI Technology in Photoshop
- Non-destructive Editing Part 1
- Non-destructive Editing - Part 2
Mastering Generative Fill Tool in Photoshop
- Introduction to the New Generative Fill Tool
- Generative Fill Project - Changing People's Clothes
- Dog Project - Generative Expand Crop
- Generative Fill - Extra Projects
- Robot Fox Project
- Dino Man Project
- Section Wrap up
Generative Fill & Masking
- Part 2
- Second Project: The Cat and the Forest
- Select and Mask REVIEW
- Third Project - The Girl and the Road
Youtube Thumbnail
- Part 1 - Getting Started
- Seltzer Thumbnail Project - Part 2
- Seltzer Thumbnail Project - Part 3
- Travel Hacks - Thumbnail Project
- Graphic Design - Thumbnail Project
- Graphic Design - Thumbnail Project - Part 2
Book Cover Design
- Discovering Your Concept
- Our Cover Idea
- Photo Editing
- Non-destructive Editing (A review)
- Spine, Bleed and Exporting
- Exporting
Art of Giving and Receiving Critiques
- How to Give and Receive Critiques
Extra Projects
- Working with Photoshop Mockups - A Jacket
- Photoshop Mockups - Book Cover
Adobe Illustrator Introduction
- Basic Introduction and Dashboard Setup
- Vector Tracing Worksheet - Creating Simple Shapes
- Vector Tracing Worksheet - Creating Complex Shapes
- Master the Pen Tool
- Pen Tool Practice
- Pen Tool Practice - Part 2
- Shape Builder Tool
- Offset Path Tool
- Offset Path Tool with Text
- Vector Illustration Project
- Extra Page: Grids and Pixel Art
Vector space badge project
- Getting Started - Vector Tracing Our Rocket
- Vector Tracing Our Rocket - part 2
- Typography
- The Smoke Details - Adding Shadows
- Final Details
Getting Started with Affinity Designer
- Affinity Designer Introduction
- The Pen Tool and Other Tool Differences
- Using Personas
- Shape Builder Tool Alternative in Affinity Designer
Logo Design & Branding Theory
- Characteristics of Solid Logo Designs
- Logo Inspirations
- Mood Boards
Logo Design and Branding Project
- Logo Design - Client Brief
- Word Mapping
- Brainstorming in Vector
- Picking Our Concepts
- Typography
- Typography - Part 2
- Symbol Refinement
- Different Variations and Orientations
- Color Exploration
- Color Exploration - part 2
- Business Card
- Business Card - Part 2
- Letterhead
Creating Stunning Mockups
- Mockup Experiences
- Getting Started
- Part 2
- Part 3
Adobe Illustrator Vector Art-Blend,Transform and Repeat Tools
- Introduction
- The Blend Tool
- Blend Tool with Text
- Repeat Tool
- Repeat tool - part 2
- Repeat Tool - Part 3
- Vector Art Student Project
- Polar Grid Tool
Adobe Illustrator 3D Tools
- New 3D Tools in Illustrator 2022 - An Overview
- 3D Class Project
- 3D Class Project - Part 2
Adboe InDesign
- Layout Theory - Editorial Layouts
- Adobe InDesign Introduction
- Adobe InDesign Basic Setup
- Basic Setup - part 2
- Basic Setup - part 3
- Art School Poster Project
- Editorial Spread Project
- Editorial Spread Project - Managing Large Blocks of Text
- Editorial Spread Project - Photos
- Editorial Spread Project - Final
- Paragraph and Character Styles
- Text Wrap
- Custom Text Wrap Project
InDesign Project
- Cookbook Project Introduction
- Cookbook Project Front Cover
- Cookbook Project Welcome Page
- Cookbook Project - Texture
- Cookbook Project - Recipe Spread
- Cookbook Project - Masterpages
- Cookbook Project - Exporting
- InDesign Packages
- InDesign - Tables, Adding URL Links and Automatic Page Numbering
Bouns Lectures
- Ready for the Intermediate Level Masterclass?
- The Ultimate Course Overview: Lindsay Marsh Courses + Discounts
Design Trends
- Design Trends
- Trends in Typography
- Body Wash Package Design Project
- Part 2
- Part 3
- Photoshop Post Render Edits
- Creating A Dynamic Instagram Reel
- Soda Can Project
- Soda Can Mockup
- Extra - Project Demonstration
Exploring Design Niches
- Getting Started
- Logo Design Niche
- Branding Niche
- Print Design & Editorial Design Niche
- Pattern Design Niche
- Package Design Niche
- UX/UI Design Niche
- Social Media Design Niche
- Student Project