Introduction to Designing with Letters

Description

In this course, you will :

• Explore the fundamental elements of good typographic composition.
• Analyze some of Abraham's work to better understand how format and composition work together.
• Abraham teaches the five fundamental concepts of typographic design, including shape, space, colour, hierarchy, and rhythm.
• Learn how to use them in various design projects and get started on your final project.
• Make a rough sketch of your message with a pencil and paper. Then, learn how to transfer your sketches to the screen and experiment with various digital editing techniques.
• Learn how to choose a typographic palette and how to incorporate custom elements and other fine details to make your work stand out.

Syllabus :

1. Basic Design Elements

• Format
• Composition
• Label Design and Breakdown

 

2. Understanding Visual Concepts

• Shape
• Spacing
• Color
• Hierarchy
• Rhythm

 

3. Working With Type

• Sketching
• From Paper to Screen
• Negative Space

 

4. Fine-Tuning

• Evaluation
• Editing
• Embellishment 
• How to Continue

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