NOTE: To download the course files and resources go to the Projects Tab (next to the community tab) in this course and take a look to the lower right, for a downloadable zip file that contain the course outline and student projects (in the course resources folder of the .zip file)

If anyone has troubles accessing the files or unzipping them you can always get them here on my google drive unzipped. I just ask that you do not share this link with anyone outside of the class.

Make sure to download the 00 - IMPORTANT zip folder in the class resources area. That contains important resources and guides for taking the course including a FAQ sheet.

There are many different student project opportunities throughout the course. Feel free to start a project in the project section of this class and post your first project here. You can add new projects to your current project at any time as you work through the course. Take this as a great opportunity to build up a portfolio of work! You can use all projects you create in the course as portfolio pieces.

MY Practical Guide to Design Theory PDF Book is Available now on Skillshare!
There is a 200 page pdf book and design poster files, I created specifically for those starting out learning graphic design. My Practical Guide to Design Theory PDF Book is now offered for sale on Skillshare here! You might find several of the pages here also featured in course resources.

I also now have a free design newsletter where I write extensive articles about graphic design, portfolio building and creativity here.

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This course can take some students a few weeks while it takes others a few months. There is no time limit to complete the course so take it at your own pace! You can try to tackle one section a week or a few videos a day.

There are several supplemental mini Skillshare classes that help to round out this course. You can check them out below.

How to Become a Graphic Designer - Complete Guide
A good starting point for reviewing required software, computer options and resources
https://skl.sh/3eGiWyy

The History of Graphic Design - Influential Style & Art Movements
https://skl.sh/3F8n6zR

Create Strong Design and Layouts with Gestalt Theory!
https://skl.sh/3HteVgU

Master The Adobe Photoshop Artificial Intelligence Tool - Generative Fill
https://skl.sh/45wsnKS

Discover Your Graphic Design Focus
Want to know which of the many different design focuses you want to concentrate on? A lot of students struggle with finding theirs, this class is perfect for reviewing the options.
https://skl.sh/2LKeLIs

Print Design Basics for Graphic Designers
Not many classes really teach print design these days. I hope this Classe gives you a great solid overview of print design basics. Includes a nice downloadable pdf guide on sizes, bleeds, ink and paper options and other print design terms.
https://skl.sh/3dtZS8T

Create 3D Text and Objects in Adobe Illustrator!
We Create a project using the new 2022 adobe illustrator 3d tools.
https://skl.sh/3nOkooF

Graphic Design Trends for 2022 - Evaluate and Create Emerging Trends
A year old but still very relevant student projects and topics including package design!
https://skl.sh/3KWb1hu

Shawn Michael

L--- is More, Bauhaus is Life

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