Graphic design for beginners

Course

In London

£ 359 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    London

  • Start date

    Different dates available

This course provides an opportunity to explore the creative use of type and the image focusing on the basic design principles.You will start by generating a series of visuals using hands-on cut n' paste lay out techniques, then develop these digitally using Adobe software (Illustrator and InDesign). You will be encouraged to discuss your work and ideas as a group.

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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Keeley Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 4BA

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

- Demonstrate an awareness of the basic design principles in Graphic Design
- Demonstrate an awareness of composition and balance in Layout design
- Critically evaluate personal design work in order to develop ideas further
- Use basic tools in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign.

You are encouraged to bring an A4 or A5 sized sketchbook, a set of fine liner black pens and an A4 size folder for
design work. It would be useful to bring a memory stick or portable hard drive to save digital files (please note PC
formatted hard drives can be read by Apple mac computers, but not written to).

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Subjects

  • Image
  • Design
  • Materials
  • Garden Design

Course programme

- Typography
- Layout and Composition
- Use of colour
- Creative juxtaposition of image and text.

You will be taught through a series of practical exercises, presentations, one to one tutorials and group discussion. You are also encouraged to complete research assignments outside of the class. Please note the City Lit uses Apple Mac computers in Animation, Cartooning, Digital arts, Film, Graphics, Illustration, Photography and Web design.

Additional information

You can further develop your skills and interest in Graphic design through a range of courses at the City Lit in graphics, web design, Photoshop, and animation. You can find the outlines of courses available by entering the subject you’re interested in in the search box of the City Lit website or request a printed prospectus from the City Lit home page. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday from 12:00 – 19:00. See the course guide for term dates and further details

Graphic design for beginners

£ 359 VAT inc.