Design of Packaging for Discs
A course by Cactus Taller Gráfico , Design studio
Joined October 2018
Turn music discs packaging into an innovative element that communicates
The relationship with music has changed, and only the true music lovers are those who, in addition to having an album of physical music to listen to, also have it to see the music through its design. Cactus Taller Gráfico - a winning studio design for two Latin Grammy and one Grammy for Best Recording Package - has more than 10 years of experience creating designs under the phenomenon of printed interactivity, using packaging as a message.
In this course you will learn to design the packaging and the art of a disc from conceptualization, prototyping and design to the preparation of the files to be delivered to the press.
What will you learn in this online course?
12 lessons & 44 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (46)
- 692 students
- 12 lessons (2h 29m)
- 44 additional resources (14 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, German, English, Italian, Portuguese
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
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Recommended software & tools for this course
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
You will design the packaging of a disc from conceptualization, sketching, prototyping and cover design to the preparation for printing.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Designers, illustrators and in general any creative who has an interest in music and to develop unusual packaging.
Requirements and materials
You will need basic knowledge of design and management of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. On the materials, a computer with the aforementioned design programs and internet connection is indispensable.
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Cactus Taller Gráfico
A course by Cactus Taller Gráfico
Cactus Taller Gráfico is a design studio based in Cali, Colombia. It is made up of Juliana Jaramillo Buenaventura, Carlos Dussán, Luisa María Arango and Daniela Gómez. His specialty is to develop editorial design projects, branding, exhibition design, package design for music, illustration and data visualization. In 2015 and 2017 they won the Latin Grammy in the category of Best Packaging Design and the Anglo-Saxon Grammy in the same category in 2018.
Content
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U1
Intro
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Presentation (Come as you are - Nirvana)
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Influences (Teachers - Daft Punk)
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U2
Conceptualization of packaging and art
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Referents of musical packaging (Kinky Reggae - Bob Marley & The Wailers)
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Development of the concept (Rollin 'Stone - Red Astaire)
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Elaboration of sketches and presentation for the client (Les Cactus - The Last Shadow Puppets)
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U3
Packaging design and elaboration of the Illustration
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From modules to packaging (Walk on the Wild Side - Lou Reed)
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Adjust the packaging (Use it Before You Lose it - Bobby Valentin)
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Polish the sketch and start illustrating (Chillin - Modjo)
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Finish the illustration (Darling - Real Estate)
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U4
Prepare work for printing
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Application of art to packaging (Another Bites Dust - The Mythic of Rhythm)
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Latest details and files to press I (Bocanada - Gustavo Cerati)
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Latest details and files to press II
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FP
Final project
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Design of a package for the music industry
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FAQs
You’ll learn how to create illustrated covers, design innovative packaging for CDs and vinyl, incorporate printed interactivity, and apply die-cutting, custom typography, and visual research techniques in music projects.
The course is intermediate level, perfect if you already have basic graphic design skills and want to specialize in packaging and illustration for music products.
You’ll need access to Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, basic drawing supplies, prototype paper, and digital tools for scanning and editing illustrations.
You’ll learn hand lettering, creating custom typography, sketching, integrating flora and fauna, and using digital brushes for album covers and booklets.
The course teaches how to bring interactive experiences to paper by adding physical elements, die-cuts, textures, and functional mechanisms in music packaging design.
You’ll be able to create illustrated covers, innovative CD and vinyl packaging, functional sketches and prototypes, and files ready for professional printing.
Yes, the course examines historical references like Factory Records and contemporary cases to understand the evolution and trends in album design.
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
me está ayudando un montón para desarrollar y mejorar un proyecto de la facu!!!
Excelente curso. me fascinó.
Adorei, muito bom...
Muy buen curso, aprendí demasiado.
this is a lot of fun!