Graphic Design for Beginners: Master the Basics

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About Course

Start your journey into the world of graphic design with this beginner-friendly course! Whether you want to create stunning visuals for social media, branding, or personal projects, this course will equip you with the fundamentals of design and the tools needed to bring your ideas to life.

You will learn the core principles of design, including typography, color theory, composition, and layout, to help you create visually appealing and professional designs. This course provides hands-on experience with some of the most popular graphic design tools, including:

•CorelDRAW – for vector-based designs, logo creation, and print-ready graphics.

•Figma – for UI/UX design, prototyping, and collaborative design work.

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to confidently design social media posts, business cards, logos, website elements, and much more! Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to improve your design skills, this course is perfect for you. Get ready to unleash your creativity and become a graphic design pro! 🚀🎨

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What Will You Learn?

  • By the end of this course, you will have mastered essential graphic design skills using CorelDRAW and Figma, enabling you to create professional designs for various purposes. You will learn:
  • ✅ Core Graphic Design Principles – Typography, color theory, composition, and branding essentials.
  • ✅ Logo Design with CorelDRAW – Creating beginner to advanced logos using powerful design tools.
  • ✅ Flyer & Advertisement Design – Designing professional flyers for food businesses, e-commerce, and car dealerships.
  • ✅ Onboarding & Splash Screens in Figma – Designing UI/UX elements for a delivery app and mobile applications.
  • ✅ Mastering CorelDRAW Tools – Understanding and using tools for shaping, curving, and perfecting designs.
  • ✅ Exporting & Delivering Professional Work – Preparing designs for print, web, and mobile use.
  • ✅ Design Workflow & Best Practices: Enhancing speed, creativity, and efficiency in real-world projects.

Course Content

Logo Design Mastery: Create Stunning Logos with CorelDRAW
Learn how to design professional and eye-catching logos using CorelDRAW in this step-by-step course. Whether you’re a beginner or an aspiring graphic designer, this course will teach you the fundamentals of logo design, including typography, color psychology, vector illustration, and branding principles. You’ll get hands-on experience with CorelDRAW’s powerful tools to create scalable, high-quality logos for businesses, brands, and personal projects. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to design unique and professional logos from scratch with confidence.

  • Introduction to CorelDRAW & Your First Logo Design
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Advanced Logo Design Techniques in CorelDRAW
Lesson Overview: Now that you’re familiar with CorelDRAW’s tools and have created a basic logo, it’s time to level up! In this lesson, we’ll explore advanced logo design techniques, focusing on curving shapes, refining typography, and creating unique logo elements. You’ll also design two different logos, applying more sophisticated design principles and tool usage. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to craft professional, high-quality logos with confidence. 1. Mastering Advanced CorelDRAW Tools for Logo Design Before we start designing, let’s explore some powerful tools and techniques to enhance your logos: Shape & Curve Manipulation Tools • Shape Tool (F10): Modify nodes and curves for custom logo elements. • Bezier Tool: Create precise vector paths for smooth and intricate designs. • Pen Tool: Draw freeform vector shapes with controlled curves. • Convert to Curves (Ctrl + Q) – Transform text and shapes into editable vector forms. Refining Shapes & Creating Custom Elements • Weld, Trim, and Intersect: Combine or cut shapes to build unique logos. • Envelope Tool: Distort and reshape text creatively. • Blend Tool: Create smooth transitions between shapes and colors. • Transparency & Gradient Tools: Add depth and dimension to your designs. 2. Designing Two Advanced Logo Types 🟢 Logo 1: Modern Minimalist Logo (Text + Abstract Shape) 📌 Goal: Create a sleek and professional wordmark logo with an abstract symbol. Step-by-Step Process: 1. Set Up Your Canvas (1000x1000 px, transparent background). 2. Choose a Font – Use a modern sans-serif typeface (e.g., Montserrat, Lato). 3. Convert Text to Curves (Ctrl + Q) and reshape letters using the Shape Tool. 4. Create an Abstract Shape using the Bezier Tool or Ellipse Tool. 5. Curve and Modify the Shape with the Shape Tool to create unique elements. 6. Combine Shapes & Text – Adjust placement, alignment, and spacing. 7. Apply Gradient & Transparency Effects for a polished look. 8. Export in PNG, SVG, or PDF for various use cases. 🔵 Logo 2: Icon-Based Logo (Symbol + Brand Name) 📌 Goal: Design a symbol-based logo that’s visually striking and memorable. Step-by-Step Process: 1. Sketch the Concept – Plan a unique shape that represents the brand’s identity. 2. Use the Polygon Tool to create a base shape (triangle, hexagon, etc.). 3. Refine the Shape with the Shape Tool – Adjust curves, edges, and details. 4. Add Custom Elements – Create swooshes, dynamic curves, or geometric effects. 5. Incorporate Text – Choose a complementary font and position it well. 6. Enhance with Shadows, Transparency, or Gradient Effects for depth. 7. Finalize & Export – Save in multiple formats for different branding needs. 3. Key Takeaways from Lesson 2 ✅ Mastered advanced CorelDRAW tools like Bezier, Shape, Weld, and Transparency. ✅ Created two professional logo types – a wordmark and an icon-based logo. ✅ Gained hands-on experience in shaping, curving, and refining vector elements. Homework / Practice Task 🎯 Create a personal or fictional brand logo using advanced shaping tools. 🎯 Experiment with different effects like gradients, shadows, and transparency.

Designing an Engaging Onboarding Screen in Figma
Course Summary: Learn how to design a stunning and user-friendly onboarding screen for a food delivery application using Figma! This hands-on course will introduce you to Figma’s interface, essential tools, and UI/UX principles. You will gain practical experience in creating visually appealing onboarding screens that enhance user experience and guide first-time app users effectively. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to design interactive, modern, and mobile-friendly onboarding screens like a pro! Lesson Structure & Topics Lesson 1: Introduction to Figma & UI/UX Basics 🔹 Overview of Figma’s interface and tools 🔹 Understanding UI/UX principles for onboarding screens 🔹 Exploring real-world onboarding screen examples Lesson 2: Setting Up Your Figma Workspace 🔹 Creating a new Figma project 🔹 Understanding frames, pages, and artboards 🔹 Setting up a mobile screen size for the food delivery app Lesson 3: Designing the First Onboarding Screen 🔹 Choosing colors, typography, and style 🔹 Adding logos, illustrations, and background elements 🔹 Designing a welcoming screen with branding elements Lesson 4: Creating the Next Onboarding Steps 🔹 Designing feature highlight screens 🔹 Using icons, buttons, and animations to improve engagement 🔹 Structuring content for clear and smooth navigation Lesson 5: Adding User Interaction & Prototyping 🔹 Linking screens together for an interactive experience 🔹 Adding scrolling, swipe gestures, and button interactions 🔹 Testing the onboarding flow in Figma Prototype mode Lesson 6: Final Touches & Exporting Your Design 🔹 Reviewing design consistency and responsiveness 🔹 Exporting assets for developers or implementation 🔹 Presenting your final onboarding design

Designing a Professional Food Delivery Flyer in CorelDRAW
Course Summary: In this course, you’ll learn how to create a visually appealing and high-converting food delivery flyer using CorelDRAW. You’ll explore key design principles, including layout, typography, color selection, and imagery, to ensure your flyer grabs attention and drives customer engagement. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to design, customize, and export a high-quality flyer ready for print or digital marketing. Lesson Structure & Topics Lesson 1: Introduction to Flyer Design & CorelDRAW Tools 🔹 Importance of flyers in food delivery marketing 🔹 Overview of CorelDRAW tools for flyer design 🔹 Understanding flyer dimensions and print settings Lesson 2: Setting Up Your Flyer Document 🔹 Choosing the correct flyer size (A4, A5, or custom) 🔹 Setting up margins and bleed for printing 🔹 Understanding CMYK vs. RGB color modes Lesson 3: Designing the Flyer Layout 🔹 Creating sections for restaurant name, menu highlights, discounts, and contact details 🔹 Using grids and guides for alignment 🔹 Choosing a color scheme that represents food appeal Lesson 4: Working with Typography & Branding 🔹 Choosing bold, readable fonts for headlines 🔹 Placing restaurant logo and brand elements 🔹 Formatting text for emphasis (bold, italic, spacing, shadow effects) Lesson 5: Adding High-Quality Images & Graphics 🔹 Importing food images and adjusting brightness/contrast 🔹 Using PNG images with transparent backgrounds 🔹 Adding decorative elements like icons and badges Lesson 6: Final Touches & Exporting the Flyer 🔹 Reviewing for consistency and visual balance 🔹 Exporting the design in PDF, PNG, or JPEG formats 🔹 Preparing the flyer for printing and digital marketing

Designing a Car Sales Advertisement & Flyer in FIGMA
In this course, you’ll learn how to create a professional and eye-catching car dealership advertisement and sales flyer using Figma. Whether you’re designing for luxury cars, used cars, or promotional auto deals, this course will help you understand layout design, typography, color selection, and image placement to create a high-impact sales flyer. By the end of the lesson, you’ll have the skills to design a print-ready and digital ad flyer that attracts potential buyers. 📚 Lesson Structure & Topics 📍 Lesson 1: Understanding Car Advertisement Design 🔹 Importance of visually appealing car ads 🔹 What makes a car flyer effective? 🔹 Setting up the flyer dimensions & print settings 📍 Lesson 2: Layout & Design Setup in Figma 🔹 Choosing the right template for a car sales flyer 🔹 Using grids and guides for structured design 🔹 Selecting fonts and colors that match the car brand 📍 Lesson 3: Working with Car Images & Branding 🔹 How to insert and edit high-quality car images 🔹 Adding shadows, reflections, and transparency effects 🔹 Creating branding elements like logos, badges, and call-to-action buttons 📍 Lesson 4: Adding Key Information & Call to Action 🔹 Highlighting car features (e.g., year, model, price, condition) 🔹 Contact details, website, and social media integration 🔹 Designing a bold call-to-action (CTA) section 📍 Lesson 5: Exporting & Printing the Final Flyer 🔹 Reviewing design for consistency 🔹 Exporting for print and digital use 🔹 Optimizing for social media promotions

Designing a Simple Splash Screen in Figma
Course Summary: In this lesson, students will learn how to design a simple and visually appealing splash screen for a mobile app using Figma. The splash screen is the first screen users see when opening an app, making it crucial for branding and user experience. This lesson will cover basic UI principles, logo positioning, color selection, animation concepts, and best practices to create an engaging splash screen.

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