Creating a colorful and conceptual illustrative poster design
The Five Steps Plan
A course by Dan Stiles , Designer and illustrator
About the video: The Five Steps Plan
Overview
“In this lesson, I'll give you an overview of the five steps approach to making a good concept. ”
In this video lesson Dan Stiles addresses the topic: The Five Steps Plan , which is part of the Domestika online course: Creating a colorful and conceptual illustrative poster design. Start creating illustrative posters that are not just visually arresting, but also packed with meaning and impact..
Partial transcription of the video
“In the last lesson, we learned that new ideas are really just new and novel combinations of old ideas. In this lesson, I'm going to walk you through a five-step plan for developing your own new killer concept. So now we know three things. Good concepts are the root of good design. All human communication is symbolic. And new concepts are really just novel combinations of old concepts. Is there a way to leverage these truths to create concepts on demand? Yes, there is. I call it my five-step plan. Starting with step one, feed your head. If you can't explain something simply, you don't unders...”
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Course summary for: Creating a colorful and conceptual illustrative poster design
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Category
Design, Illustration -
Software
Adobe Illustrator -
Areas
Digital Illustration, Graphic Design, Poster Design
Dan Stiles
A course by Dan Stiles
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.
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