Art Direction and Publishing: From Concept to Print
A course by Akatre , Creative Studio
Learn how to establish an artistic guideline for a successful publication project, from the initial concept to the final printed design
In a digital world full of constantly evolving technology, advocates of printed publications like Julien Dhivert and Sébastien Riveron from studio Akatre can be hard to find! They believe more than anything in the nobility of ink and paper, experimenting with layout, typography, and images to create elegant works overflowing with personality.
In this Domestika course, discover the key role of art direction in effectively implementing your publishing projects and, step by step, learn how to make the right choices in terms of mock-up and printing, typography, page layout, and graphic design. By the end of this course, you'll have the skills to bring any idea to life!
What will you learn in this online course?
12 lessons & 15 downloads
- 78% positive reviews (18)
- 723 students
- 12 lessons (1h 19m)
- 15 additional resources (1 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: French
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software & tools for this course
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
Create an entire mock-up of a publication that you can print and publish online.
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone who wants to create their own publications with a strong artistic line.
Requirements and materials
To take this course, you need basic knowledge of graphic design, typography, and composition.
You also need the ability to use InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and a computer with these programs installed.
Reviews
Akatre
A course by Akatre
Akatre is a creative studio founded in 2007 by Julien Dhivert and Sébastien Riveron. Its universe is a compelling blend of graphic design, typography, 3D, audiovisual, and music creation.
The studio has worked for major institutions in the art, fashion, and luxury industries. Its clients include Cartier, YSL Beauty, Hermès, Dior, and artists such as Benjamin Clementine, JB Dunckel, Grand Yellow, Malik Djoudi, Para One, and Tacteel.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Artistic Direction in Publishing
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What is Art Direction?
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Inspiration and Creative Drive
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Using a Brief
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U3
The Layout
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Composition Grid and Flatplan
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Images
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The Typography
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The Texts
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The Covers
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U4
The Printed Object
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The Paper Object
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Communicating About Your Work
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FP
Final project
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Art Direction and Publishing: From Concept to Print
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn at your own pace
Enjoy learning from home without a set schedule and with an easy-to-follow method. You set your own pace.
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Learn from the best professionals
Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.
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Certificates
PlusIf you're a Plus member, get a custom certificate signed by your teacher for every course. Share it on your portfolio, social media, or wherever you like.
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Get front-row seats
Videos of the highest quality, so you don't miss a single detail. With unlimited access, you can watch them as many times as you need to perfect your technique.
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Share knowledge and ideas
Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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Connect with a global creative community
The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.
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Watch professionally produced courses
Domestika curates its teacher roster and produces every course in-house to ensure a high-quality online learning experience.
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What are Domestika's online courses?
Domestika courses are online classes that allow you to learn new skills and create incredible projects. All our courses include the opportunity to share your work with other students and/or teachers, creating an active learning community. We offer different formats:
Original Courses: Complete classes that combine videos, texts, and educational materials to complete a specific project from start to finish.
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When do the courses start and when do they finish?
All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
What do Domestika's courses include?
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
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