Examining and exploring the various types of images and graphic elements will be the focus of this course. We will start with color theory to distinguish between CMYK, Pantone and RGB color options and their usages. Then we will review the various types of images used in both print and digital design projects. Finally we will look at logo designs to determine what makes for the best images and graphic elements for corporate branding and imaging.
This course is part of the Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers Specialization
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Discriminate between CMYK, Pantone and RGB color options.
Categorize the various kind of image files and understand their usages.
Recognize the ideal (and less than ideal) combination of graphics and text in logo design.
Skills you will gain
- Color Theory
- online design
- textual elements
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Understanding Color Theory
Classifications of Images and Graphics
Combining Images with Type
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This was my very first course i take from Coursera
it was great and contain a lot of great ideas and informations
It was a fun experience and i leaned about how an image can be with dots or lines and so much more
For beginners in graphics designing, this is highly recommended for you to build good foundation in the field of graphics designing.
This course is really good for beginners like me. All the topics are clearly explained and I feel like I've learned a lot. Thank you very much to Dr. Poole and all the team behind this great course.
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