Enhance your creative skills with Dig Funnel’s Graphics Design course, focused on Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Learn design principles, color theory, typography, and photo editing while mastering tools for professional-quality graphics. You’ll explore logo creation, branding, and marketing material design through practical, real-world projects. Step-by-step lessons, visual guides, and downloadable practice files ensure a smooth learning experience for beginners and aspiring freelancers alike. By the end of the course, you’ll be confident in creating stunning visuals for web, social media, and print. Build your portfolio and prepare for a successful career in the creative industry with hands-on exercises and expert guidance from Dig Funnel.

Module 1: Introduction to Graphic Design

• Lesson 1: Understanding Design Principles and Color Theory
  • Fundamentals of design
  • Visual hierarchy and composition
  • Color psychology and harmony
• Lesson 2: Tools Overview
  • Difference between Photoshop and Illustrator
  • When and why to use each tool

Module 2: Adobe Photoshop Basics

• Lesson 1: Interface and Workspace Setup
  • Panels, layers, and toolbar overview
  • Customizing workspace and shortcuts
• Lesson 2: Basic Image Editing
  • Crop, resize, rotate, and image adjustments
• Lesson 3: Working with Layers and Masks
  • Layer types, blending modes, and masks
• Lesson 4: Typography and Text Effects
  • Using fonts, text alignment, and creative effects

Module 3: Photoshop Advanced Techniques

• Lesson 1: Selection and Masking Techniques
  • Pen tool, quick selection, and refine edge
• Lesson 2: Retouching and Photo Manipulation
  • Spot healing, clone stamp, and content-aware tools
• Lesson 3: Filters and Effects
  • Applying smart filters and artistic effects
• Lesson 4: Compositing Images
  • Combining multiple images using adjustment layers

Module 4: Adobe Illustrator Basics

• Lesson 1: Introduction to Vector Graphics and Shapes
  • Understanding vector vs raster graphics
  • Working with shapes and paths
• Lesson 2: Pen Tool Mastery
  • Creating curves and managing anchor points
• Lesson 3: Typography and Text Design
  • Type on path, creative text layouts, and effects
• Lesson 4: Colors and Gradients
  • Using gradient tools, color swatches, and guides

Module 5: Illustrator Advanced Techniques

• Lesson 1: Logo and Branding Design
  • Designing vector logos and icons
  • Developing branding concepts
• Lesson 2: Pattern and Illustration Design
  • Creating seamless patterns and vector illustrations
• Lesson 3: Using the Effects and Appearance Panel
  • Non-destructive editing and creative visual effects
• Lesson 4: Exporting and File Formats
  • Preparing files for web and print (PNG, JPG, SVG, PDF)

Module 6: Projects and Practical Assignments

• Lesson 1: Social Media Graphics
  • Designing posts, banners, and ads for social platforms
• Lesson 2: Marketing Material Design
  • Creating flyers, posters, and brochures
• Lesson 3: Logo and Branding Project
  • Developing a complete brand identity
• Lesson 4: Portfolio Building
  • Exporting work and preparing an online design portfolio