Graphics Design

Graphic Design for Beginners : From Novice to Pro

This course is designed for the absolute beginner, meaning no previous experience with Photoshop is required. All you need to get started is your Adobe Photoshop CC 2017 or versions after and the willingness to create awesomeness.

Description

Our Graphic Design course will guide you through the fundamentals of the graphic design process, this includes research that needs to be done prior to starting your design. This course will also get you ready for a rewarding career as a Graphic Designer.

Who is this course for?

Anyone looking to build a successful Graphic Design career.
Anyone who has never used Photoshop before or wants to improve his or her knowledge.

Certification
A certificate will be provided as soon as you complete this course.

Software Requirement
Adobe Photoshop CC 2017 or 2018, 2019...
Course will be taught using Adobe Photoshop CC 2019, but CC 2017, CC 2018 is fine as well.

Course Content

Module 1 - Introduction to Graphic Design
Definition: A definition of graphic design
History: The history of written communication from ancient to present times.
Specialties: Explanation of the various specialties within the industry of graphic design.

Module 2 - Elements and Principles of Graphic Design
Visual elements of Graphic Design
Line Visual element
Colour Visual element
Shape Visual element
Texture Visual element
Space Visual element
Typography Visual element

Design Principles
Contrast Design principle
Hierarchy Design principle
Alignment Design principle
Balance Design principle
Proximity Design principle
Repetition Design principle
Simplicity Design principle

Module 3 - Introduction to Design in Photoshop
Beginners guide to Photoshop
Working with layers
Using layer mask
Importing Images
Cutting images from background using the pen tool
Resizing and Cropping Images
Using the Type Tool
Creating an adjustment layer
Working with Gradients
Manipulating shapes

Module 4 - Creating your first Design: step by step process
Designing for Nike: application of things taught in previous modules in an easy to follow style.
Sample files and fonts needed for this project will be provided for you.
Designing for sample brand called Alpha.
Manipulating using layer mask to hide and reveal
Cutting out model’s picture from background
Improving image quality using Adjustment later
Creating sport design
Magazine cover design: American football
Saving your work
File sizes
Understanding different file formats
Saving for web

Bonus Module 5 - Creating your first portfolio
Publishing your designs offline : Creating your offline portfolio in PDFf format.
Web Asset resources : Links to platforms where you can find free high quality images, fonts and illustrations to work with.