Introduction to Invitation Design: From First Brief to Final Print
A course by Sarah Lewis , Graphic Designer
Blend color, typography, and texture to create professional printed invitations to promote any event
Blend color, typography, and texture to create professional printed invitations to promote any event
Whether you're hosting an event yourself or working for a client, the right invitation can set the stage and prepare guests for what's to come. By incorporating color, texture, and other visual elements, you can create expectations and anticipation for an event worth planning for.
In this course, London-based graphic designer Sarah Lewis shows you how to avoid trends and design original invitations for any special event. From developing a unique visual style, to selecting colors, materials, print processes, typography, and layout, Sarah unveils her secrets for working with clients and taking your designs from initial brief to a memorable printed work of art.
What will you learn in this online course?
21 lessons & 36 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (34)
- 966 students
- 21 lessons (3h 46m)
- 36 additional resources (8 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
Adobe InDesignWhat is this course's project?
Design a printed invitation for a real or fictitious event of your choice, creating or sourcing visual assets, type setting, laying out the information, and preparing the files for print.
The principles you learn in this course can be applied to any future graphic design project and are not exclusive to invitation design.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for aspiring graphic designers who want to understand how to design and lay out printed materials, or experienced designers looking to improve their creative process and work more effectively with clients.
Requirements and materials
To take this course, you will need basic knowledge of design layout software. Sarah will be using and giving tips for working with Adobe InDesign.
Regarding materials, you will need a pen and paper for sketching concepts and mockups, and a computer with your layout software of choice installed. Some books, magazines, paper swatches, and other printed materials are also nice to have as inspiration.
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A course by Sarah Lewis
Sarah Lewis is a freelance graphic designer working and living in London. She got her start as an intern at Dazed and Confused magazine before taking on design roles with studios like Blue Source, Love, and Navyblue. She began as a freelancer in 2007 and now works directly with clients and design agencies like Conran Design Group, Start Creative, and Every Friday.
Specializing in print and identity projects, Sarah has collaborated on projects ranging from tiny charities to 300-page annual reports for global companies. Together with her graphic design work, she runs Alphablots, which makes graphic greeting cards and playful prints for kids and color-loving grownups. She is also a passionate roller skater and teaches classes for beginners in London.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Introduction
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Influences
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What Will We Do in This Course?
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U2
Preparation
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Think like a Graphic Designer
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The Brief
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What Do We Need to Ask
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The Debrief
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How to Quote
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U3
Concepts
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Create a Mindmap
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References and Research
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Mood Boards
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Present Your Ideas to the Client
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U4
Design
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Format, Materials, and Finishes
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Typeface and Colour Palette
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Visual Assets
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Layout 1
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Layout 2
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Final Checks
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U5
Artworking
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Presenting Your Work
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Amends
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Sending the Files to Print
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FP
Final project
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Introduction to Invitation Design: From First Brief to Final Print
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zaida_77
Me ha encantado la energía que desprende Sarah. Ha marcado muy bien los pasos a seguir para un proyecto de diseño, los recursos están muy bien, muy útiles para llevar un orden en la captación de información hacia el cliente. volvería a adquirirlo seguro. Ojalá se anime a realizar otro curso.
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daad1995
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mvelezt
Muy buen curso! Recomendado totalmente.
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gg_
PlusWonderful course!
florenciamfoos
Excelente curso! Me ha ayudado mucho con la relación con los clientes y presupuestos.
La profesora es muy apasionada y no se guarda nada!
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