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About the Course

The Fundamentals of Graphic Design course offered by CalArts on Coursera provides a comprehensive introduction to the essential building blocks of visual communication. This practice-oriented program focuses on four primary pillars: imagemaking, typography, shape and color theory, and the principles of composition. Unlike software-specific tutorials, this curriculum emphasizes the act of making and the mastery of design principles. It encourages participants to transform abstract concepts into tangible design projects. Learners will explore diverse techniques for visual representation and gain a technical understanding of how to manipulate rhythm, pattern, and contrast to organize information effectively. Please note that this course focuses on conceptual and formal principles rather than technical software instruction. While projects may be completed using tools like Adobe Creative Suite, specific tutorials for Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign are not provided. The curriculum is designed to build foundational design proficiency that is applicable across any analog or digital toolset. By the end of the program, learners will have developed a core set of graphic design skills applicable to personal creative projects or further specialized study in professional design. This course serves as a critical first step for any aspiring communicator looking to master the universal visual language that shapes global culture and media....

Top reviews

EJ

Sep 5, 2021

I had a lot of fun in this course. I learnt some extra bits of information related to graphic design and I think it's a great start for beginners as well as good practice for intermediate and experts!

RT

Jun 24, 2020

It is a very useful course in which i learn typography Image making virtual,single,multicontrasts And what not it is a very good course i ever scene thanking course era for giving this oppurtinity

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By Ersin E

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Apr 12, 2022

good begining with all basics included that will keep you on track

By Virginia E M

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Mar 30, 2016

Good explanations and great tasks to accomplish. Really didactic.

By Kelly W

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Aug 27, 2018

Good information, short videos and lots of exercises. Well done.

By Kayla H

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Oct 30, 2022

This was a good course. Wish there were more assignments to do.

By Dhananjay B

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Aug 6, 2021

This program is thorough and perfect starting point for novices.

By Vimal K

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Jan 29, 2018

Good course to get knowledge about the basics of Graphic Design.

By Gaston B

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Mar 2, 2017

Very well conceived and useful! A great intro to Graphic Design.

By Deleted A

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Mar 26, 2020

Very interesting and useful, especially for a beginner like me.

By Boula N S

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Feb 2, 2019

It is a great course to start your journey if being a designer.

By SHANTHI R

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May 11, 2020

Good! The explanations and the process was really interesting!

By Perla G

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Jan 26, 2016

I learn a lot about graphic design and I'm eager to learn more

By Amina S

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Aug 25, 2023

Everyone who is a beginner should definitely do this course.

By komal

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Jun 15, 2020

The course is a awesome start in graphic design.Give it a try

By Georgina P

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Feb 23, 2016

IT's a nice introduction into the design world. I enjoyed it.

By nickelson a

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Jan 3, 2016

The professor is great. That is the best part of this course.

By Matthew A

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Nov 5, 2015

Great entry level course! Big thanks to Michael Worthington!

By Daniela P P

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Nov 26, 2024

Me gustó pero pense que habría mas actividades con softwares

By Arshad S

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Apr 30, 2017

Good for beginners. Do all assignments even if its optional.

By Nayari C

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Sep 7, 2016

IT IS A GOOD BASIC COURSE IN DESIGN, NICE FOR EXPERIMENTING.

By Jillian S

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Feb 19, 2024

Interesting, easy to use information in everyday activities

By Fizza P

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Aug 24, 2020

I think it was little quick but its ok. I like this course.

By Julianne W

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Jul 13, 2020

lacked clarity at times but nice overview of graphic design

By Xinyu L

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Nov 30, 2020

I hope there is more interaction, and more specific ideas.

By Kami A

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Oct 18, 2020

This program was easy to learn the activities were good :)

By Yabaha S M B

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Apr 16, 2020

It was a great time to learn what creativity means indeed.