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Color Theory: Exploration & Application

Type Styles for Posters

A course by Richard Mehl , Designer

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About the video: Type Styles for Posters

Overview

“In this lesson, you will learn how to choose fonts that will express the message of the exhibition poster.”

In this video lesson Richard Mehl addresses the topic: Type Styles for Posters, which is part of the Domestika online course: Color Theory: Exploration & Application. Learn how to apply color theory in graphic design and create stunning visual effects..

Partial transcription of the video

“In the previous lesson, We created an image to demonstrate the illusion of transparency. In this lesson, we'll choose type for an exhibition poster. So in this lesson, we're going to be thinking about how to add typography to the posters using a variety of typefaces, thinking about what the relationship of the style of the typography is to the imagery. how the typography maybe relates to Albers and thinking about Albers relative to the typography. exploring different options. So, When we choose a typestyle for the typography in a poster like this, there are different directions we can go wi...”

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Course summary for: Color Theory: Exploration & Application

Level: Beginner
99% positive reviews (170)
10614 students
4 units
25 lessons (5h 54m)
8 downloads

Category
Design
Software
Adobe Photoshop
Areas
Color Theory, Design, Graphic Design

Richard Mehl

A course by Richard Mehl

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Designer

Richard Mehl is an accomplished designer with a wealth of experience in the field. As an adjunct professor at the School of Visual Arts in New York City, Richard has honed his expertise in teaching color theory and design principles. With a background in graphic design and a passion for visual compositions, he brings a unique perspective to his courses.

Richard's journey in the creative world began with a deep appreciation for art, instilled by his parents, who were florists. He pursued his artistic endeavors through photography and later delved into graphic design, studying at renowned institutions like Yale. Throughout his career, Richard has worked with prestigious institutions and non-profit organizations, infusing his formalist approach into his designs.

Driven by his love for teaching, Richard authored the book "Playing with Color: 50 Experiments for Exploring Color Design Principles," where he shares his experiences and techniques for teaching color theory to graphic designers. With a focus on creating engaging learning experiences, Richard's courses empower students to unlock their creative potential and develop a deeper understanding of color's transformative power.