Specialization in Graphic Design and Visual Communication

Overview

“Design is, ultimately, about organizing shapes in space. But what do we mean by “shape”? In this lesson, I will explain that shapes in design have contours and structural axes. I will also show you how to use shapes as design objects or compositional groups.”

In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: Shape, which is part of the Domestika online course: Specialization in Graphic Design and Visual Communication. Master's in Graphic Design: Master color, composition, and visual perception to create impactful and coherent visual identities..

Partial transcription of the video

“In the end, To design is to organize shapes in space. But what do we understand as form? In this lesson I will explain to you what shapes are in graphic design, how to work with them and how to generate some from groups. Let's watch it together. To speak of form, We must agree that we are referring to any visual object. Point, line, flat, geometric or organic, A form is perceived in the human mind following certain perceptual principles that were defined by psychologists of the Gestalt school. Definitely, There are two principles that are more influential than any of the other consideration...”

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Course summary for: Specialization in Graphic Design and Visual Communication

• Level: Beginner
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• 24376 students
• 7 units
• 104 lessons (18h 2m)
• 53 downloads

• Category

  Design

• Areas

  Branding & Identity, Color Theory, Design, Design Management, Digital Design, Editorial Design, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Typography, Typography Design