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Graphic Design Tips & Tricks

With John McWade Liked by 46,633 users
Duration: 10h 53m Skill level: Intermediate Released: 6/2/2015

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Course details

John McWade, founder of Before & After and former senior staff author at LinkedIn Learning, presents a series that touches on all areas of design, helping designers new and old sharpen their skills and create more powerful work. This series covers a wide range of topics, from typography and layout to color and logo design, but each episode is a standalone technique that can be completed in just ten minutes or less.

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  • Kendra Grant Kendra Grant

    Kendra Grant

    The intentional design of inclusive learning. #Variability, #UDL, #Diversity #Accessibility

    5/5 May 24, 2024
    I enjoyed this course immensely. I did find it a bit "stream of consciousness" as there didn't seem to be a structure to what was presented. I would have liked a set of related skills, an activity to try and then a practical assignment. There were some places where we were asked to do something (calendar) but rarely. After many of the videos I would do my own activity. For example, copy what was created or try to bring my own design aesthetic to the piece John made (Pet store sign). Finally, I found the multiple choice questions the antithesis of what the course was about - art/design not science/math. This typical way of "assessing" my understanding was disappointing. I realize that there are no instructors but I would have liked a final assignment to create from a "client". Again, I loved the content and delivery - calm, encouraging, friendly. John is an amazing designer with a real ability to teach. Thank you.
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  • Ana Linda Ludovico Ana Linda Ludovico

    Ana Linda Ludovico

    Graphic Designer / Brand Specialist / Digital Marketer / Layout Designer / Social Media Manager

    5/5 January 12, 2024
    I learned so much in just a few minutes that I have watched this. So much learning which is very helpful for beginner or seasoned designers.
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Contents

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  • Practice while you learn 5 exercise files
  • Test your knowledge 1 quiz
  • Learn on the go Access on tablet and phone

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