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Editorial Design with InDesign: Turning stories in pages

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Overview

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From typography to cover design, create a printed book from your story.
  • Introduction
  • Getting to Know the Grid and Defining Ideas
  • Creating and Populating the Layout
  • Preparing and Printing
  • Final project
Delve into the art of structuring and arranging content to create engaging publications that leave a lasting impact on your readers. Throughout the course, you'll be guided by Mireille Burkhardt, a seasoned graphic designer renowned for her expertise in book design.

In this online course, you'll discover the power of storytelling through editorial design. You'll unravel the secrets behind effective content structuring and learn how to amplify its personality, making it more memorable. By understanding the narrative behind each publication, you'll master the art of creating beautiful books that truly come to life.

Mireille will introduce you to the fundamentals of editorial design, from exploring the InDesign grid system to defining the concept that drives your project. Through practical exercises, you'll develop your skills in formatting content, selecting typography, integrating images and text, and designing striking covers. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and techniques needed to translate your ideas into stunning printed publications.

Syllabus

  • About Me
  • Influences
  • Telling Stories through Editorial Design
  • InDesign: The Grid
  • The Research
  • The Concept
  • Mock-ups With Paper
  • InDesign: Setting Up the Grid
  • The Typography
  • Populating with Images and Text
  • The Cover Design
  • Getting the Document Ready for Print
  • Printing Methods
  • Editorial Design with InDesign: Turning Stories in Pages

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BOB Design

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