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Design Fundamentals: Typography

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Overview

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Well-organized typography is an integral part of good graphic design. Learn how to do it right in Graphic Design: Typography with Justin Seeley. He will take you through the basics of Typefaces, fonts, and the anatomy of letter forms.

Justin will teach you how to work with type so it accurately and beautifully conveys information.

You’ll learn about:

  • Key Typography Terms
  • Anatomy of Type
  • Placement and Arrangement
  • Ensuring Readability
  • The Psychology of Type

You’ll get all the basics for working with type and get helpful insights on developing layouts, improving legibility, and adding details.

Every designer works with type – learn the rules for how type influences our perception, and how to get it right every time Graphic Design Fundamentals: Type with Justin Seeley.

Syllabus

  • Class Introduction and Typography Basics
  • Key Typography Terms
  • Typeface Vs. Font
  • Anatomy of Type
  • Placement and Arrangement
  • Ensuring Readability
  • The Psychology of Type
  • Typography in Practice

Taught by

Justin Seeley

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