Creating Stunning Designs Using Canva's Magic Features
Creating a Mood Board
A course by Roger Coles , Guides in using Canva's design tools
Joined October 2022
About the video: Creating a Mood Board
Overview
“Colors, fonts, and photos. Oh my! Let’s look for inspiration and create a beautiful mood board to set the tone for the design. ”
In this video lesson Roger Coles addresses the topic: Creating a Mood Board, which is part of the Domestika online course: Creating Stunning Designs Using Canva's Magic Features. Master Canva's Magic features for stunning social media design using AI tools and techniques.
Partial transcription of the video
“There's a lot to decide. Colors, fonts, photos, oh my. Let's jump into finding inspiration and creating a mood board to set the tone for our design. Having a mood board is like having a GPS for your design. It helps establish direction, guides you along the way, and keeps you on track so that you can stay consistent throughout the project. To stay with the GPS theme before jumping straight into design, it's good to know the destination. We rarely just hop in a car and have no idea where we're going to end up, right? In other words, where are we going? Or in this case, who are we designing f...”
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Course summary for: Creating Stunning Designs Using Canva's Magic Features
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Graphic Design, Social Media, Social Media Design

Roger Coles
A course by Roger Coles
Roger Coles is a seasoned Social Media Designer based in Washington, DC, with a unique journey into the design world. Initially graduating with a degree in Religion, Roger found his passion for visual storytelling while serving as a pastor. His creative journey began with designing brochures and graphics using Photoshop, which quickly expanded to video editing and web design. This diverse skill set allowed him to work with prominent brands such as YouVersion and GoDaddy. Roger's innovative approach caught the attention of Canva, leading to his participation in their "Canva Creator" program and further showcasing his talent at global events.
Roger's design philosophy centers around authenticity and innovation, inspired by diverse influences from the design and music industries. His work seamlessly blends creativity with strategy, helping clients communicate their unique brand identities. His ability to adapt and thrive in the face of change has been a hallmark of his career, especially when transitioning from a pastoral role to full-time design work. Today, Roger uses Canva daily to create engaging content for social media channels and clients, driven by a commitment to making design accessible and enjoyable for all.
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