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Graphic Design Fundamentals: Type

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Overview

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Well-organized typography is an integral part of good graphic design. Learn how to do it right in Graphic Design: Type with Timothy Samara.

Timothy will teach you how to work with type so it accurately and beautifully conveys information. You’ll learn about:

  • The mechanics of text
  • Choosing and mixing styles
  • Typographic color
  • Establishing hierarchy

You’ll get all the basics for working with type and get helpful insights on developing layouts, improving legibility, and adding details.

Every designer works with type – learn the rules for getting it right in Graphic Design: Type with Timothy Samara.  

Syllabus

  • Typography: The Basics
  • Style: Choosing & Mixing
  • Text-Setting Mechanics
  • Styles: Visual Qualities of Text
  • Bringing it All Together

Taught by

Timothy Samara

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