Graphic Designing : Course Content
Module 1: Foundations of Graphic Design
· Introduction to Graphic Design
o Raster vs. Vector Graphics
o Digital vs. Print Mediums
o Color Modes
o Other Essential Theories
· Introduction to Design Software
· The Economic Value of Graphic Design & Earning Potential
· File and Folder Management Essentials
· Importance of Building a Portfolio
· Use of AI Tools to enhance the Workflows and Delivery
· How to copy things and get inspired
· Making and Managing Your Own Facebook Page
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Module 2: Preliminary Tools and Concepts
· Selecting Color Palettes
· An Overview of Canva: A Simple Design Tool
· Alternatives to Adobe Photoshop
· Design Thinking with PowerPoint
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Module 3: Mastery of Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator
· Navigating the Photoshop Interface
· Creating Your First Canvas and Managing Layers
· Project Management & Saving Protocols
· Exploring Shapes, Colors, and Strokes
· Basic Photo Editing Techniques
· Usage of Action Scripts
· Targeted Photo Retouching
· Advanced Photo Manipulation
· Creating Posters from Scratch
· Sinhala Typing in Photoshop
· Keyboard Shortcuts for Efficient Workflow
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Module 4: Dive into Adobe Illustrator
· Understanding the Illustrator User Interface
· Managing Artboards
· Working with Vector Shapes
· Incorporating and Editing Images in Illustrator and Photoshop
· Applying Solids and Gradient Colors
· Typography Basics in Illustrator
· Paths and Pen Tools: An Introduction
· Utilizing Effects for Advanced Design
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Module 5: Practical Applications and Exercises
· Logo Design Practices (Hands-on Exercises)
· Poster Design Practices (Hands-on Exercises)
· Business Card Design Practices (Hands-on Exercises)
· Pro Tips and Tricks for Streamlining Your Design Projects
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