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Logo Design: Illustrating Logo Marks

via LinkedIn Learning

Overview

Take your logo designs to the next level. Learn techniques for creating vector-based logos that display beautifully in any format.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Illustrating logo marks
1. Solid Creative Foundation
  • Drawing your design
  • Selecting an appropriate style
  • Design thinking tactics
2. Base Vector Craftsmanship
  • Pen tool methods
  • Shape building methods
  • Create precisely with Smart guides
3. Brand Identity Formatting
  • Logo design formats
  • Logotypes and monograms
  • Creating brand systems
  • Establishing brand colors
4. Logo Design Methodology
  • Leveraging visual deduction
  • Establishing visual continuity
  • Detailing with subtle rounds
  • Using symmetry in composition
  • Alignment methods
  • Iconifying complex shapes
  • Adding dimension to flat motifs
  • Pairing type with logos
  • Designing with Isolation mode
  • Using shape association
5. Delivering Brand Assets
  • Creating black-and-white logo iterations
  • Building logos for dark backgrounds
  • Production-ready brand assets
  • Comprehensive brand style guide
  • Organizing brand assets
Conclusion
  • Closing

Taught by

Von Glitschka

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