Graphic Design for Fiction: Visual Identities with Stories
A course by Tom Muller , Graphic Designer and Creative Director
Learn to translate powerful stories into memorable brand identities with a unique narrative spin using Adobe Illustrator and InDesign
Tom Muller’s love for comics started at a young age. Since then, he’s found a way of combining that love with his passion for graphic design, by creating brand identities for iconic fictional titles including Marvel’s X-Men.
He’s collaborated with Magnum Photos, DC Comics, and Sony Pictures, using his experience as a creative director to design cohesive brand identities from start to finish. He aims to infuse his work with powerful narratives, and uses a storytelling approach to his creative process which he calls ‘branding stories and designing fiction.’
What do you get from this course?
“In this course you will learn the art of graphic design for fiction. For your final project you will have the opportunity to translate your favourite story into a brand identity for a book package”
• Learn the art of graphic design for fiction.
• Discover the creative process behind X-Men’s branding.
• Create a unique brand identity from start to finish, including logos, typography, and colors.
What will you learn in this online course?
22 lessons & 11 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (36)
- 1,478 students
- 22 lessons (5h 18m)
- 11 additional resources (2 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software & tools for this course
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesignWhat is this course's project?
Create a brand identity for a book package based on your favorite story.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone with an interest in exploring graphic design in the world of fiction.
Requirements and materials
Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and InDesign is required. Experience with Photoshop is a bonus.
In terms of materials, you will need access to a device with the above software installed, as well as pencils and paper for the initial sketches.
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Tom Muller
A course by Tom Muller
Tom Muller is an award-winning graphic designer and creative director based in London. . Over the last 20 years, he’s made a name for himself in the comic and cult fiction industries, notably for his bold graphic work with Paramount Pictures, Image Comics, Darren Aronofsky, Hivemind and DC Comics. Through his studio helloMuller, he also creates logos, immersive visual worlds, and more for brands, storytellers, filmmakers, and entertainment companies.
His clients include Marvel Entertainment, Sony Pictures, Images Comics, Darren Aronofksky, 2000 AD, Star Wars, Disney, Google, WIRED, and Diesel. He is also the recipient of multiple awards including the Brand Impact Award for his design of X-Men’s Dawn of X[i], and his work has been recognised by The Eisner Awards, The Harvey Awards, [i]Entertainment Weekly, Wired, New York Magazine, and The Guardian.
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Designing for Fiction: What Does It All Mean?
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What Is Designing for Fiction?
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Designing For Fiction: Case Studies 1
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Designing For Fiction: Case Studies 2
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Tools and Software
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U3
Creating the Visual Language: Concept and Design
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The Brief
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Mood Board and References
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Sketching with Pen and Paper
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Exploring the Title and Logo Design 1
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Exploring the Title and Logo Design 2
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Exploring the Title and Logo Design 3
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U4
The Final Design
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Designing the Logo in Illustrator 1
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Designing the Logo in Illustrator 2
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Extending the Visual Language with Type
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Colour Scheme 1
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Colour Scheme 2
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Colour Scheme 3
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Building the Cover Design 1
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Building the Cover Design 2
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U5
The Presentation
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Presenting the Final Cover Design
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Tips and Advice for New Designers
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FP
Final project
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Graphic Design for Fiction: Visual Identities with Stories
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