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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professionals who want to learn more about graphic design
您将学到的内容有
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.
您将获得的技能
- Color Theory
- online design
- textual elements
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
professionals who want to learn more about graphic design
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History of Typography
This module will cover the history of typography, baseline basics and the anatomy of a typeface.
Typography, Fonts and Text
This module will cover the two main types of fonts and font pairings and hierarchy.
Typography Spacing & Sizing
This module will cover typographical spacing and sizing, as well as the concepts of alignment, leading, tracking and kerning.
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.
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来自TEXTUAL ELEMENTS OF DESIGN: FONTS, TYPOGRAPHY, AND SPACING的热门评论
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.
A lot of fun! Learned the anatomy of typography, as well as the optimal combination of different fonts according to the purpose of my design.
Great course by all standards which opens you up to typography and how to go about it in designing
Wonderful Course, Learned a lot about fonts and how to use them in posters or brochures.
关于 Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers 专项课程
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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