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Graphic Design Theory

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Dive into a comprehensive video series exploring essential graphic design theories over 3 hours and 30 minutes. Master color theory, contrast techniques, typography principles, and fundamental design rules. Learn about legibility, readability, font selection, and pairing. Explore concepts like justification, alignment, Gestalt principles, and text hierarchy. Discover the power of grids, leading lines, negative space, and focal points. Gain insights into text color limitations and propositional density. Elevate your design skills with practical knowledge applicable to various visual communication projects.

Syllabus

Graphic Design Theory #1 - Color Part 1.
Graphic Design Theory #2 - Color Part 2.
Graphic Design Theory #3 - Contrast Part 1.
Graphic Design Theory #4 - Contrast Part 2.
Graphic Design Theory #5 - Typography Part 1 (Legibility and Readability).
Graphic Design Theory #6 - Typography Part 2 (Picking and Pairing Fonts).
Graphic Design Theory #7 - 5 Golden Graphic Design Rules.
Graphic Design Theory #8 - Justification vs Alignment.
Graphic Design Theory #9 - Gestalt Principles.
Graphic Design Theory #10 - Hierarchy with Fonts.
Graphic Design Theory #11 - Text Color Limitations.
Graphic Design Theory #12 - Grids.
Graphic Design Theory #13 - Leading Lines.
Graphic Design Theory #14 - Negative Space.
Graphic Design Theory #15 - Focal Point.
Graphic Design Theory #16 - Propositional Density.

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Yes I'm a Designer

Reviews

4.8 rating, based on 25 Class Central reviews

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  • I like it, so detail, very helpful for me who want to re-learn again before selling my gig. Thank you.
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    Tashinga Mutumbi
    powerful and insightful ... really needed the help to elevate my designs . want to be able to make design a part time job and make money to support family

  • Neil John Lopez Supan
    This Graphic Design Theory course is an exceptionally well-structured and insightful program that provides a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of visual communication. It is very informative and easy to follow, making it suitable even…
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    Lloyd Galon
    This lesson is invaluable for anyone seeking to deepen their knowledge of graphic design theory. Its clarity, completeness, and practical approach make it a highly effective learning resource. Grateful to Yes I Am Designer for providing such a thorough and insightful guide that supports both beginners and experienced designers in honing their craft.
  • Dev Katariya
    Good subject
    Best guide provided
    Best knowledge provided by lecturer or faculty

    But please also try to provide videos in other languages
  • Nicholas Marinelli
    This course is very useful when designing big projects. It helps you with typography range of color. Hierarchy, focal point was also shown in this course to get a better understanding on how to visually capture the audience’s attention. Overall, the designer made this course very easy going and thorough. Definitely recommend it for sure.
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    Josiele Rocha
    Muito bom o curso, se tivesse tradução seria melhor ainda, espero que nas próximas aulas tenha essa ajuda a mais para o aluno, até por que brasileiros também costumam assistir a esses videos
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    Kevin McNulty
    A super easily to follow walkthrough of the basic principles of graphic design. Great for beginners or experienced designers looking for a refresher on the core elements of design theory.
  • Santhosh
    Informative and simple to understand. Kudos to the developer. Turned out to be a valuable experience that helped me strengthen both my creative thinking and practical approach to design.
  • Chaymae Bouzaraa
    This graphic design course was incredibly insightful and well-structured! The lessons were easy to follow, covering everything from basic design principles to advanced techniques in Adobe illustrator. The instructor was knowledgeable and provided helpful feedback on assignments. Highly recommend this course for beginners and intermediate designers looking to improve their skills!
  • Ermias Dagne Temesgen
    This course gave me a strong foundation in graphic design. The lessons were clear, practical, and inspiring. I now feel much more confident using design tools and working on real projects.
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    Tayyab Azhar
    it is a very good course for beginners it describes every thing with clarity hope you find it good too

  • Userhamzakhan58@gmail.com
    By This course i feel that i was a professional designer. And i watch more classes of Graphic designing course but your Videos is very Good And easy to understand the concept of Graphic designing.
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    Justice Chaquera
    The Graphic Design Theory course was an incredible learning experience! The content was well-structured, engaging, and easy to follow. It covered essential design principles, color theory, typography, and composition, giving me a strong foundation to improve my creative projects. The interactive assignments and real-world examples kept the lessons practical and enjoyable. The instructors were knowledgeable and provided constructive feedback that helped me refine my skills. I also appreciated the flexibility of studying online, which allowed me to learn at my own pace. I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to enhance their design knowledge and creativity!
  • I really benefited from this course, which taught me a lot about graphic design and encouraged me to continue in this field.
    The method of explanation was perfect and the idea was conveyed easily
    Thanks for this wonderful course
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    Aman Rai
    It was a great course. The way he explained the graphics design theory with example is mind blowing. The example he showed during the course served its purpose. Now I exploring more of his course on Youtube. Thank you classcentral for this amazing recommendation.
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    Mike Cañonero
    I thoroughly enjoyed this course! The comprehensive curriculum and engaging instruction exceeded my expectations. I gained valuable insights, developed practical skills, and expanded my knowledge in graphic design. The course materials, assignments, and discussions facilitated deep understanding and retention. I'm confident in applying what I've learned to real-world scenarios. Highly recommend!
  • Khushi Tiwari
    He teaches me very well, theroy color is very good and what color does he use in people Thank you for giving the great class
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    Tonny
    its a highly valuable course for anyone looking to build a solid foundation in graphic design or enhance their existing skills. Its blend of theory, practical application, and professional insights makes it a worthwhile investment for aspiring designers. While there are minor areas for improvement, the course provides an excellent learning experience that equips students with the knowledge and tools needed to succeed in the dynamic field of graphic design.
  • Joemarie Ebuenza
    This graphic design course is very hellpful form beginners to pro. The course guidelines are good enough to learn the students.The topic and design samples are explained very well. I'm thankful to be one of students because i learn a lot about grapic design rules. I recommend this course.

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