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Type combination logo – Graphic design exercise
I’m going to show you how to design a custom type treatment logo using the free version of Canva. We are only going to work in black and white type for this exercise The goal of the project is to give personality and meaning to these words We will not be using a template, we…
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Beginner Poster Design Tutorial in Adobe InDesign – with practice files
In this step-by-step tutorial for beginners, we’ll show you how to make a surf poster using Adobe InDesign. This tutorial will cover the following: ► Learn to set up a poster file in InDesign► Learn how I get inspiration for my design projects► Add text, images, logos, color, and gradients to make the poster come…
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Prep for print checklist for Adobe InDesign
When preparing a file for print, meticulous attention to detail is crucial. Even minor oversights can lead to significant issues, such as incorrect colors, blurred images, or improper margins. To ensure your project prints perfectly every time, it’s essential to follow a comprehensive checklist tailored for Adobe InDesign. InDesign is a powerful tool for creating…
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Prep an image for print in Adobe Photoshop
In today’s tutorial we will get an image print ready in Adobe Photoshop. All images that will be printed must be 300dpi and CMYK color profile. Here is how you get an image ready for printing: Watch a video about how to prepare an image for print:
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From Raster to Vector: How to Vectorize and Upscale Images in Adobe Illustrator – Graphic Design Tutorial
Vectorizing and upscaling images in Adobe Illustrator is a common task in graphic design. Converting raster (bitmap) images into vector graphics allows you to maintain the quality of an image when scaling it up. Here’s a step-by-step tutorial on how to vectorize and upscale images in Illustrator: Step 1: Open Adobe Illustrator Launch Adobe Illustrator…
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My favorite FREE graphic design resources and tools
Free Color Palette Tools Free Infographic Templates and Generators Free Icons Free Stock Photography and Video Free Fonts Free Online Designing & Editing Tools Free Video Editing
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Photoshop AI Tool – Generative Fill
What Is Photoshop’s Generative Fill? At its core, Generative Fill is an AI-powered feature in Photoshop that intelligently fills in the gaps created when you need to remove or replace parts of an image. It uses machine learning to analyze the image content and fill the selected area with generated pixels that seamlessly blend into…
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FREE Beginner Photoshop Course – With Practice Files
Dive into the world of graphic design with our comprehensive Adobe Photoshop course, tailored for absolute beginners! Whether you’re new to the concept of layers or the magic of photo retouching, this course is your go-to guide. Get hands-on with practical projects that walk you through the essential tools and features you need to master.…
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How to become a graphic designer without a design degree
Can you become a graphic designer without a graphic design? ABSOLUTELY! What is the #1 thing that will help you get a graphic design job? A great portfolio is all that potential employers care about. The best way to become a designer without a degree is to do lots of design work and build up…
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Design an Animated GIF in Photoshop – Beginner Animation Tutorial
In this graphic design animation tutorial, you’ll learn how to create a simple swirling animated GIF in Adobe Photoshop using the timeline feature. We’ll walk through the basics of animation for beginners. STEP 1: BRING A DRAWING TO LIFE Download the practice files for this exercise. Open one animation file in Photoshop Go to File…
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