Practical Graphic Design: Learn Adobe InDesign Through Fundamental Design Principles

Graphic Design is all about communicating an idea effectively and this is something that is needed in every industry. Learn how to take your message to the next level with InDesign by learning practical graphic design principles that will help catch your viewers attention and guide them through your design. Take what you learn and apply it quickly with interactive practice files that will help you develop your abilities and knowledge throughout the class. By the end you will have polished layouts to add to your portfolio.

Join Graphic Designer Kyle Aaron Parson as he walks you through the basics of InDesign and shows you practical ways to communicate effectively through layout design.

What you will learn:

• InDesign Basics
• Production Terms: Trim Bleed and Margins
• Create visual relationships with Alignment
• Use Hierarchy to Establish Structure to your Layouts
• Understand Typography Basics
• Apply what you learn to Clients Files

When I first started learning graphic design I was highly focused on learning Photoshop and Illustrator, and never took the time to really dive into InDesign. However, One thing I would do differently if I started my graphic design journey over is to learn InDesign early. It is a powerhouse tool in creating beautiful documents for print and for web. It has been often the case that InDesign is my final step before sending my work of to the printers or to the web. For this reason, whether you’re a designer or not, Learning InDesign is an invaluable asset that will set you apart in almost any industry.

This class is for everyone who wants to create polished work that will stand out in the world. InDesign is the final step before you work goes out into the world, and in the world of design the finishing touches make all the difference!

• Class Intro
• Class Project And What to Expect
• Document Features
• Document Setup: Getting Started in InDesign
• Knolling: Creating Order
• Alignment: Building Structure
• Alignment Practice
• Hierarchy: Capture Attention
• Hierarchy Practice
• Typography: A Basic Guide
• Typography Practice
• Class Project Example: Part 1
• Class Project Example: Part 2
• Class Project Example: Part 3
• Thank You! You Are AWESOME!