Graphic Design Masterclass - Practical Files Included

The Ultimate Graphic Design Course Which Covers Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Design Theory, Branding and Logo Design.

Beginner 5(1 Ratings) 52 Students enrolled English
Created by Marcus Israeli
Last updated Wed, 11-Jan-2023
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Course overview

Graphic Design Master Class

Do you want to learn all the skills and techniques you need to create incredible designs?

Do you want to know the process of creating logos and branding packages?

Are you intimidated by learning photoshop, illustrator or InDesign and want to learn through practical real world projects? Than This class will be for you!

We will extensively review Typography, color theory, layout and composition, how to use photos in design, photo manipulations and editing and magazine layout design, branding and logo design just to name a few.

We also learn the basics of Adobe Photoshop, illustrator and InDesign and do projects with real world applications. Every designer needs to know and master these programs and this course makes sure you know the essential tools to power through amazing projects.

In Adobe Photoshop, we will review photo editing and manipulation techniques like how to cut objects out, duotones, changing color on objects, the liquify tool and we will create a compelling YouTube thumbnail with our newly learned photoshop skills as well as an entire book cover design project.

In Adobe Illustrator, we will master the pen tool by hand tracing simple and complex shapes. We will explore the power of the shape builder tool and In the end of this section, we will design a complete logo design. There is an entirely new introduction and tools section that has been added where we work through a 7 page vector tracing worksheet and in the end create a complex vector illustration using our newly learned illustrator vector tools. Lastly, we will put together an event flyer to practice our layout skills, and even work through the branding process and create a logo, business card and letterhead for a business.

We will will create a magazine layout in InDesign and learn the master pages tool to drastically speed up your design workflow when working with multiple paged layouts.

We will talk about branding basics, what makes a good logo? How do you extend your logo or brand to other marketing materials?

I designed this extensive course to be gentle enough for new comers to design but detailed enough for everyone to get a TON out of this course.


New Mini-Course Added!
Discover Your Design Niche!


Do you want to find out what design niche you should concentrate on? This is an exploratory mini-class added to the Graphic Design Masterclass course on Silulo (Section 15) that helps you find your next focus and explore many wonderful options for budding and established designers.

We are going to review some main core design categories and talk about what types of projects you will do and also what you will need to learn to leap into those design niches.

There are always more niches to discover but we will focus on the following in this mini-class:

Logo Design
Print & Editorial Design
Pattern Design and Illustration
Package Design
Branding Design
UX/UI Design
Social Media/Digital Graphic Designer

By the end of this class you will have a solid grasp of what each design niche entails. You will have confidence in choosing your top three focal niches to kickstart or enhance your design offerings and know what to learn next.

What will i learn?

  • Have a deep understanding of typography, color theory, photos, layout, blocking and other design theory and skills
  • Understand and learn the essential tools and capabilities of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
  • Create logos and branding packages for potential clients
  • Learn photo editing and manipulation in Adobe Photoshop
  • How to create editorial spreads and magazine layouts using Adobe InDesign
  • Understand solid logo design and ad design principles to create compelling campaigns and logos
  • Learn non-destructive editing techniques in Adobe Photoshop
  • Work through an event flyer design to understand strong type hierarchy, balance and overall design layout
  • Learn a few of the upcoming design trends for 2022 and how to create them!
  • Learn the basics of Affinity Designer and learn the difference between Adobe Illustrator and Affinity Designer
  • NEW! Learn how to work with multiple page layouts in Adobe InDesign and create a cookbook cover and book
  • NEW! Learn how to work with Photoshop Mockups to create great presentations
  • NEW! Learn the Double Exposure Effect in Adobe Photoshop
  • NEW! Learn How to Encourage and Spark Creativity
  • NEW! How to properly give and receive critiques and feedback
  • NEW! Discover the latest 2022 updates to the Adobe software and understand the new artificial intelligence filters and tools
  • Learn the history of fonts and typefaces and how to pair fonts
  • Work through a 7 page vector tracing worksheet and feel confident creating a complex vector illustration by the end of this worksheet
  • NEW! Learn the step-by-step process to becoming a graphic designer
  • NEW! Learn word mapping and brainstorming techniques to increase your creativity in logo design and branding projects
  • NEW! Create Vector Art in Adobe Illustrator
  • NEW! How to create YouTube thumbnails and social media graphics
  • NEW! Understand how to create 3d objects and typography in Adobe Illustrator
  • NEW! Learn how to predict future design trends and complete projects that use the most up to date trends
Requirements
  • Anyone interested in creating compelling
  • Those interested in learning Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign (Affinity Designer Too!)
  • Those wanting to understand graphic design basics and theory paired with real world projects and applications
  • Those looking to learn logo design and branding techniques and execution
  • Anyone wanting to become a graphic designer part-time or full-time, or those who need design skills to elevate their current careers.
  • Those looking for a solid graphic design foundations course with the depth of an intermediate level course
  • Those wanting to learn the basics of Affinity Designer and learn the difference between Adobe Illustrator and Affinity Designer
Curriculum for this course
150 Lessons 20:22:00 Hours
01 The Course Guide
3 Lessons 00:03:46 Hours
  • 1. IMPORTANT! The Course Outline, Guide & Resources
    Preview 00:03:46
  • 1.1 GraphicDesignMasterclass-ResourcesGuide-UPDATED-OCT2019.pdf
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  • 2. Projects Guide
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02 Graphic Design Theory
27 Lessons 01:58:33 Hours
  • 2.1 - The Anatomy of Typography
    Preview 00:07:16
  • 2.1.1 The Anatomy of Typography poster
    Preview .
  • 2.2 - Different Type Styles
    Preview 00:04:55
  • 2.2.1 - Font-Styles-Guide
    Preview .
  • 2.3 - Detailed Review and History of Serif Fonts
    Preview 00:04:56
  • 2.4 - Detailed Review - Sans-Serif Fonts
    Preview 00:03:23
  • 2.5 - Font Pairing Basics
    Preview 00:02:27
  • 2.5.1 - Using Type in Layout and Design
    Preview 00:02:49
  • 2.6 - Design Theory - INTERMISSION
    Preview 00:01:11
  • 2.7 - Working with Typography Headlines and Multiple Word Phrases
    Preview 00:06:19
  • 2.8 - Working with Typography Large Blocks of Text
    Preview 00:03:30
  • 2.9 - UPDATED! Color Theory Color Wheel Basics and Color Harmony
    Preview 00:06:07
  • 2.9.1 - ColorTheory-Guide.pdf
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  • 2.10 - NEW! The Psychology of Color
    00:08:42
  • 2.10.1 - ColorWheel-emotions.jpg
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  • 2.11 - Color Theory Gradients, Color Transitions, Duotones and Blending Modes
    Preview 00:06:07
  • 2.12 - Photos in Design
    00:03:06
  • 2.13 - Layout and Blocking in Design
    00:03:30
  • 2.14 - Layout Theory Layout and Design
    00:05:00
  • 2.15 - Layout Theory Effective Layout
    00:06:03
  • 2.16 - 17. Layout Theory Introduction to Grids in Design
    Preview 00:03:48
  • 2.17 - Layout Theory A Detailed Guide To Grids in Design
    00:07:31
  • 2.17.1 - The Grid Guide updated
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  • 2.18 - Layout Theory Design Themes on multiple pages panels (2)
    00:02:00
  • 2.19 - Small Design Details Matter In Design Texture, Drop Shadows, Layering and Light
    00:03:22
  • 2.20 - Let’s Get Technical Color Profiles, Sizes and Bleed
    00:06:31
  • QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
    0:20:00
03 Adobe Photoshop Introduction and Tools
14 Lessons 01:54:14 Hours
  • 3.1 - Introduction to the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite
    00:04:01
  • 3.2 - Photoshop Introduction and Setup
    Preview 00:11:19
  • 3.2.1 - Graphic Design Master Class Photo Links
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  • 3.3 - Introduction and Setup - Part 2
    00:09:39
  • 3.4 Introduction and Setup - Part 3
    00:13:38
  • 3.5 - Photo Editing Basics
    00:06:58
  • 3.6 - Photo Editing Basics - Part 2
    00:05:29
  • 3.7 - Duotones and Gradients
    00:13:33
  • 3.8 - Cutting out and Isolating Objects
    00:08:49
  • 3.9 - Cutting out and Isolating Objects - Part 2
    00:03:02
  • 3.10 - The Amazing Content Aware Tool
    00:05:57
  • 3.11 - Spot Healing Brush Tool
    00:01:26
  • 3.12 - Layering Masks
    00:10:23
  • Quiz
    0:20:00
04 Photoshop Editing and Manipulation - Intermediate Skills
8 Lessons 01:06:47 Hours
  • 4.1 - Changing Hair Color
    00:05:31
  • 4.2 - Changing Object Color Part 2
    00:08:21
  • 4.3 - Photo Manipulation – Advanced Techniques
    00:11:11
  • 4.4 - Photo Manipulation – Advanced Techniques – Part 2 – Liquify Tool
    00:06:52
  • 4.5 - NEW! Non-destructive Editing Part 1
    00:06:31
  • 4.6 - NEW! Non-destructive Editing - Part 2
    00:04:14
  • 4.7 - Student Question How to use Warp Tool for 3-D Mock-ups
    00:04:07
  • Quiz
    0:20:00
05 Photoshop Projects - YouTube Thumbnail
4 Lessons 00:53:54 Hours
  • 5.1 - Create a Dynamic Youtube Thumbnail
    00:12:32
  • 5.1.1 - YouTube-Thumbnail-Template Download
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  • 5.2 - Dynamic Youtube Thumbnail - Part 2
    00:11:22
  • Quiz
    0:30:00
06 Photoshop Project - Book Cover Design
8 Lessons 01:52:15 Hours
  • 6.1 - Discovering Your Concept
    00:14:21
  • 6.1.1 - Book Project-Basic Template PSD Download
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  • 6.3 - Our Cover Idea
    00:13:58
  • 6.3 - Photo Editing
    00:10:39
  • 6.4 - Non-destructive Editing (A review)
    00:13:12
  • 6.5 - Spine, Bleed and Exporting
    00:09:00
  • 6.6 - Exporting
    00:06:05
  • Quiz
    0:45:00
07 2019 Adobe Updates Overview! and 10 Tips from A Pro Designer
4 Lessons 01:04:55 Hours
  • 7.1 - Updates to Adobe Creative Cloud
    00:12:48
  • 7.2 - Quick Tips from a Pro Designer
    00:05:53
  • 7.3 - Bonus Tip Infographics
    00:01:14
  • Quiz
    0:45:00
08 Adobe Illustrator
18 Lessons 02:50:43 Hours
  • 8.1 - Basic Introduction and Dashboard Setup
    00:05:50
  • 8.2 - Vector Tracing Worksheet - Creating Simple Shapes
    00:10:10
  • 8.2.1 - AdobeIllustrator-VectorPracticeWorksheet-FINAL-class.ai.ai
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  • 8.2.2 - Adobe Illustrator Vector Practice Worksheet
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  • 8.3 - Vector Tracing Worksheet - Creating Complex Shapes
    00:09:26
  • 8.3.1 - Vector Tracing Worksheet - Creating Complex Shapes
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  • 8.3.2 - Vector Tracing Worksheet - Creating Complex Shapes
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  • 8.4 - Master the Pen Tool
    00:13:52
  • 8.5 - Pen Tool Practice
    00:10:59
  • 8.6 - Pen Tool Practice - Part 2
    00:09:07
  • 8.7 - Shape Builder Tool
    00:13:21
  • 8.8 - Offset Path Tool
    00:07:49
  • 8.9 - Offset Path Tool with Text
    00:07:54
  • 8.10 - Vector Illustration Project
    00:18:17
  • 8.11 - Extra Page Grids and Pixel Art
    00:06:44
  • 8.12 - Logo Building Basics – Let’s Design A Rocket Logo
    00:13:37
  • 8.13 - Logo Building Basics – Let’s Design A Rocket Logo! Part 2
    00:13:37
  • Quiz
    0:30:00
09. An Adobe Illustrator Alternative
5 Lessons 01:00:11 Hours
  • 9.1 Affinity Designer Introduction
    00:10:02
  • 9.2 The Pen Tool and Other Tool Differences
    00:06:07
  • 9.3 Using Personas
    00:12:24
  • 9.4 Shape Builder Tool Alternative in Affinity Designer
    00:01:38
  • Quiz
    0:30:00
10. Logo Design & Branding Theory
4 Lessons 00:43:07 Hours
  • 10.1 Logo Design & Branding Theory
    00:08:37
  • 10.2 Logo Inspirations
    00:00:00
  • 10.3 Mood Boards
    00:04:30
  • Quiz
    0:30:00
11. Adobe Illustrator Project - Develop a Logo and Branding Package
10 Lessons 02:05:07 Hours
  • 11.1 Design A Branding Package (Part 1)
    00:11:12
  • 11.2. Design A Branding Package (Part 2)
    00:08:11
  • 11.3 Design A Branding Package (Part 3)
    00:11:54
  • 11.4 . Design A Branding Package (Part 4)
    00:10:19
  • 11.5 Design A Branding Package (Part 5)
    00:10:02
  • 11.6. Business Card Design (Part 1)
    00:10:32
  • 11.7.Business Card Design (Part 2)
    00:13:50
  • 11.8 Branding Standards Manual - Part 1
    00:09:04
  • 11.9 Branding Standards Manual - Part 2
    00:10:03
  • Quiz
    0:30:00
12. Logo Design Student Challenges Pick Your Favorite Challenge!
4 Lessons 00:41:10 Hours
  • 12.1 Create your Own Personal Logo and Brand
    00:02:19
  • 12.2 Create A Logo for A High-End Gym
    00:01:57
  • 12.3 The Finishing Touches
    00:06:54
  • Quiz
    0:30:00
13. NEW! Adobe Illustrator Project Event Flyer Design
4 Lessons 00:51:18 Hours
  • 13.1 Basic Blocking
    00:10:36
  • 13.2 Working with Photos
    00:08:55
  • 13.18 15
    00:01:47
  • Quiz
    0:30:00
14. Adobe InDesign - Let's Design a Magazine
19 Lessons 02:11:17 Hours
  • 14.1. NEW! Editorial Layout
    00:04:17
  • 14.2 NEW! Editorial layout Part 2
    00:02:53
  • 14.3 InDesign Section Intro
    00:00:57
  • 14.4 Master Pages
    00:04:25
  • 14.5. Numbering Your Pages
    00:07:30
  • 14.6. Front Cover
    00:06:47
  • 14.7. Cover Photo
    00:04:59
  • 14.8 5
    00:02:17
  • 14.9 6
    00:07:09
  • 14.10 7
    00:03:58
  • 14.11 8
    00:03:44
  • 14.11 9
    00:04:49
  • 14.13 10
    00:04:31
  • 14.14 11
    00:07:21
  • 14.15 12
    00:10:26
  • 14.16 13
    00:08:23
  • 14.17 14
    00:05:04
  • 14.19 16
    00:11:47
  • Quiz
    0:30:00
15. Student projects
1 Lessons 00:03:22 Hours
  • 15.1. Student Projects
    00:03:22
16. Bonus Lecture What courses should I take NEXT Discounts.
1 Lessons 00:04:19 Hours
  • 16.1 1. The Ultimate Course Overview Lindsay Marsh Courses + Discounts
    00:04:19
17. Design Trends for 2019!
7 Lessons 00:23:01 Hours
  • 17.1 1. Design Trends for 2019 - Section Intro
    00:01:11
  • 17.2 Let's Go 3-D!
    00:02:28
  • 17.3. 3-D Tools and software
    00:03:11
  • 17.4 Getting started with 3-D In Adobe Photoshop
    00:05:32
  • 17.5 Design Trends in Color
    00:02:22
  • 17.6.Gradient Meshes in Adobe Illustrator
    00:04:58
  • 17.7 Trends in Typography for 2019
    00:03:19
18. NEW! Finding your design Niche!
9 Lessons 00:34:01 Hours
  • 18.1 NEW!Finding Your Design Niche Section Introduction.
    00:01:16
  • 18.2. Getting Started (2)
    00:03:13
  • 18.3. Logo Design Niche
    00:05:18
  • 18.4. Branding Niche
    00:03:28
  • 18.5. Print Design & Editorial Design Niche
    00:06:01
  • 18.6. Pattern Design Niche
    00:03:12
  • 18.7. Package Design Niche
    00:04:04
  • 18.8. UXUI Design Niche
    00:03:27
  • 18.9. Social Media Design Niche
    00:04:02
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  • Nokugcina Simakuhle
    What an eye open and very educational, keep on educating us as this is needed in our community. thank you to my sponsor SILULO TECHNOLOGIES UITENHAGE BRANCH
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