Graphic design is telling a story by using both images and text. With that definition in mind, this course will focus on the textual elements of graphic design. From the history of typography, the difference between type, fonts and text as well as exposure to typography spacing, students will learn the value of selecting the best kind of type and combinations of fonts to get their message across in a visually pleasing manner.
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Spécialisation Graphic Design Elements for Non-DesignersUniversité du Colorado à BoulderÀ propos de ce cours
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professionals who want to learn more about graphic design
Approx. 13 heures pour terminer
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Ce que vous allez apprendre
Appreciate the history and future of typography as an artform.
Compare and contrast the similarities and nuances between the concepts of typography, fonts and text.
Work with the various aspects of spacing type, includingleading, kerning and tracking.
Compétences que vous acquerrez
Color Theoryonline designtextual elementsGraphic DesignPrint Design
Certificat partageable
Obtenez un Certificat lorsque vous terminez
100 % en ligne
Commencez dès maintenant et apprenez aux horaires qui vous conviennent.
Cours 3 sur 4 dans le
Dates limites flexibles
Réinitialisez les dates limites selon votre disponibilité.
Niveau débutant
professionals who want to learn more about graphic design
Approx. 13 heures pour terminer
Anglais
Sous-titres : Arabe, Français, Portugais (européen), Chinois (simplifié), Italien, Vietnamien, Coréen, Allemand, Russe, Turc, Anglais, Espagnol
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Université du Colorado à Boulder
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Programme du cours : ce que vous apprendrez dans ce cours
3 heures pour terminer
History of Typography
This module will cover the history of typography, baseline basics and the anatomy of a typeface.
3 heures pour terminer
4 vidéos (Total 20 min), 2 lectures, 1 quiz
2 heures pour terminer
Typography, Fonts and Text
This module will cover the two main types of fonts and font pairings and hierarchy.
2 heures pour terminer
2 vidéos (Total 20 min), 1 lecture
4 heures pour terminer
Typography Spacing & Sizing
This module will cover typographical spacing and sizing, as well as the concepts of alignment, leading, tracking and kerning.
4 heures pour terminer
4 vidéos (Total 21 min), 1 lecture, 1 quiz
4 heures pour terminer
Design Programs and User Experience
This module will review using type in various computer design programs. You will also get a chance to practice your skills in designing a brochure or postcard, focusing on the use of type in your design.
4 heures pour terminer
3 vidéos (Total 33 min), 1 lecture, 1 quiz
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Meilleurs avis pour TEXTUAL ELEMENTS OF DESIGN: FONTS, TYPOGRAPHY, AND SPACING
par VT26 déc. 2020
I learned a lot from Dr. Lori Poole and this course. The course is designed well and provides great insight into the graphic design industry, especially for a complete beginner like myself.
par SP13 nov. 2020
Wonderful, can't say how important and resourceful this course is. I will forever refreshing this course through my carrier. Love you Lori, you are my best Graphic Design mentor.
par DG18 juil. 2020
As a beginner, I needed insights on how to deal with the design process concerning the elements such as fonts, typography, and spacing. Thanks, Dr. Poole, for valuable insights.
par MA15 mars 2020
It was a great learning. I have to design quite a lot of posters, brochures as per my college assignment now that I’ve completed this course it has become pretty easy now.
À propos du Spécialisation Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers
In this hands-on specialization, you will explore basic graphic design elements, color theory, images, publication design and techniques for creating effective layouts. You will also learn about typography, the creative process, the importance of brainstorming, and how to discuss and critique design in a professional setting. Page layout software and online sites will be used to incorporate and manipulate text, color, photographs and images.
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