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Elements of Design

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Overview

Learn the core elements of visual design, including shape, color, layout, and typography, using Canva and Adobe Color to create scalable, well-structured digital compositions from scratch.

Syllabus

  • Introduction to Digital Arts
    • Digital art and graphic design shape our visual environment. Vector graphics allow scalability, while the elements and principles of design guide creation using software such as Canva.
  • Introduction to Shape
    • We will explore 2D shapes, their types, and digital representations using stroke and fill. We will gain insight into format, layout, and design tools and create a Mondrian-inspired composition.
  • Introduction to Color
    • We will explore color in two forms: subtractive in nature and additive in the digital realm. We will learn about RGB, Hex codes, and the color wheel and create custom color themes with Adobe color.
  • Introduction to Type
    • We will explore the history of the printing press & typography and the influence that is still felt today. We'll cover type classifications, anatomy, & how to choose type in design and digital arts.

Taught by

Joshua Wilder Oakley

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