Turn Your Graphic Files into Publications
Create a double-page spread for your publication and give expression to your images
A course by Mesa Estándar , Graphic and Publishing Studio
About the video: Create a double-page spread for your publication and give expression to your images
Overview
“Now you will see how to design a first double page spread for your publication. You will learn tricks for laying out and giving expression to the chosen images. ”
In this video lesson Mesa Estándar addresses the topic: Create a double-page spread for your publication and give expression to your images, which is part of the Domestika online course: Turn Your Graphic Files into Publications. Learn the secrets of converting graphic files to ready-to-publish formats. Master the techniques used by industry professionals..
Partial transcription of the video
“Create a double-page spread for your publication and give expression to your images. Hello, continue this process with us. Definitely, one of the most interesting parts of this process is to design the first double page. We will show you some of the things that you can take into account. Let's see it. We will present some considerations important when designing our double page. We can work in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign. We prefer InDesign. It is more optimal for managing files, color, to assign styles, to sequence pages and collate. Our document has dimensions of 18 x 18 cm on a singl...”
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Course summary for: Turn Your Graphic Files into Publications
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Category
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Software
Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop -
Areas
Design, Editorial Design, Graphic Design

Mesa Estándar
A course by Mesa Estándar
Miguel Mesa is a prominent editor and graphic designer with more than two decades of experience in the publishing world. Born in Medellín, Colombia, he has dedicated his career to exploring the relationship between text and image, creating a unique space where thought and creative action converge. Founder of the publishing house Mesa Editores, he has collaborated with a wide range of professionals in the production of more than 150 books, always seeking to disseminate and democratize knowledge. His approach is centered on creating projects that express a clear position, valuing both information and design.
Juan David Díez, also from Medellín, has forged his path in graphic design from a practical perspective. With an initial interest in music and skateboarding magazines, he trained in the field of printmaking, which sparked his passion for print media. Founder of Taller Estándar, his studio has worked with various clients in the cultural and creative sector. Juan David specializes in editorial design, identity and museography, always with the premise of solving problems and providing help to others. His partnership with Miguel at Mesa Estándar has allowed the creation of a space conducive to work adventure and continuous learning.
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