Creating a colorful and conceptual illustrative poster design

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A course by Dan Stiles , Designer and illustrator

Designer and illustrator. Portland, United States.
Joined December 2020
98% positive reviews (45)
1,466 students
Audio: English
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About the final project for: Creating a colorful and conceptual illustrative poster design

Design and illustrate a conceptual modern poster design

“You have reached the end of this course; thanks for joining and sharing this adventure with me! I hope this course has helped you clarify all your doubts. Now it's your time to create! Let me show you an example of how I would like to see your course project: The Subject Pick a subject for your poster then follow the 5 steps to execute your design: feed your head, symbolize, summarize, refine and execute. Start by feeding your head, do your research, and make a list of potential symbols.

Symbolize Turn your list into symbols or icons.
Summarize Combine your symbols into compound symbols.
Refine Add or take away until your concept shines.
Execute Apply style and craft to your concept.
Share your project by clicking on 'Create your project'! I would love to see what you've created. Please, remember to share both the final result and the steps that have led you to it. Please show a picture of each step and add a brief explanation about what you have done in each one. I also encourage you to participate in the forum and comment on each other's work. Exchanging ideas can be constructive and inspiring! Besides, I will be giving you feedback as soon as possible, but please be patient. It's been a pleasure sharing this course with you; see you soon!”

Partial transcription of the video

“We've covered a lot in this course, and I want to thank you for spending your time with me. In summary, I offer you this. The key to really great design is having a really great idea. The way to have that idea is by sticking together old ideas in new ways. It's more difficult than it sounds, but once you get some practice, it'll come naturally. This course isn't a set of rules. It's more like a suggested method to train your mind to come up with novel combinations. It becomes not so much a set of steps, but simply the way you think about ideas. I also want to stress that making one of these...”

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Course summary for: Creating a colorful and conceptual illustrative poster design

  • Level: Beginner
  • 98% positive reviews (45)
  • 1466 students
  • 4 units
  • 18 lessons (3h 1m)
  • 4 downloads
  • Category

    Design, Illustration
  • Software

    Adobe Illustrator
  • Areas

    Digital Illustration, Graphic Design, Poster Design

Dan Stiles

Dan Stiles
A course by Dan Stiles

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Designer and illustrator

Dan Stiles is a highly accomplished designer and illustrator based in Portland, Oregon. With a diverse portfolio that spans posters, packaging, editorial work, pattern design, and book covers, Dan's unique style and storytelling abilities have made him a sought-after artist in the industry.

Having honed his skills through his immersion in the world of punk and his self-taught journey into screen printing, Dan brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his craft. His work for bands such as Arctic Monkeys, The Black Keys, and Sonic Youth has garnered him recognition and established him as a prominent figure in the field.

With a focus on the importance of concepts and storytelling, Dan's approach to design emphasizes the power of translating ideas into impactful visuals. In this course, he shares his knowledge, techniques, and passion, empowering you to develop your creative skills and craft visually compelling posters.


  • 98% positive reviews (45)
  • 1,466 students
  • 18 lessons (3h 1m)
  • 14 additional resources (4 files)
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  • Audio: English
  • English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
  • Level: Beginner
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Creating a colorful and conceptual illustrative poster design. Design & Illustration course by Dan Stiles

Creating a colorful and conceptual illustrative poster design

A course by Dan Stiles
Designer and illustrator. Portland, United States.
Joined December 2020
  • 98% positive reviews (45)
  • 1,466 students