Creating a colorful and conceptual illustrative poster design
A course by Dan Stiles , Designer and illustrator
Start creating illustrative posters that are not just visually arresting, but also packed with meaning and impact.
Start creating illustrative posters that are not just visually arresting, but also packed with meaning and impact.
Renowned designer and illustrator, Dan Stiles, will take you on a creative journey into the world of conceptual design and poster creation. With his extensive experience in the industry and a passion for storytelling, Dan will guide you through the process of developing strong concepts and translating them into simple and impactful designs.
In this online course, you will learn the importance of symbolism and explore Dan's 5-step approach to concept development. Starting with research and generating potential symbols, you will progress to creating thumbnails and combining symbols to form unique concepts. From there, you'll distill your best ideas into prototypes and transform them into final designs.
What will you learn in this online course?
18 lessons & 14 downloads
- 98% positive reviews (43)
- 1,348 students
- 18 lessons (3h 1m)
- 14 additional resources (4 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 IllustratorWhat is this course's project?
In the final project of this course, you will have the opportunity to create a colorful and visually arresting poster for a band or event of your choice. Drawing on the knowledge and techniques learned throughout the course, you'll apply the 5-step concept development process to bring your ideas to life. With Dan's guidance, you'll create a captivating poster that effectively communicates your chosen concept and captivates your target audience.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is perfect for designers, illustrators, and anyone interested in the world of conceptual design. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the fundamentals of poster creation or an experienced artist seeking to refine your skills, this course offers valuable insights and practical techniques for taking your design abilities to new heights.
Requirements and materials
To take this course, you'll need a sketchbook, a pencil, and a vector-based graphics program. These tools will allow you to explore and develop your ideas as you progress through the course. No prior experience is necessary, making this course accessible to beginners and experienced creatives alike.
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A course by Dan Stiles
Dan Stiles is a highly accomplished designer and illustrator based in Portland, Oregon. With a diverse portfolio that spans posters, packaging, editorial work, pattern design, and book covers, Dan's unique style and storytelling abilities have made him a sought-after artist in the industry.
Having honed his skills through his immersion in the world of punk and his self-taught journey into screen printing, Dan brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his craft. His work for bands such as Arctic Monkeys, The Black Keys, and Sonic Youth has garnered him recognition and established him as a prominent figure in the field.
With a focus on the importance of concepts and storytelling, Dan's approach to design emphasizes the power of translating ideas into impactful visuals. In this course, he shares his knowledge, techniques, and passion, empowering you to develop your creative skills and craft visually compelling posters.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
The Theory
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The Concept
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New Ideas: Old Symbols Combination
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The Five Steps Plan
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U3
The Project
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The Poster
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Developing a Concept
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Symbolizing
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The Summarize
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Refining the Idea 1
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Refining the Idea 2
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The Final Design 1
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The Final Design 2
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The Final Design 3
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The Final Design 4
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U4
Finishing Touches
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Printing a Poster
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Screen Printing: Separating Colors 1
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Screen Printing: Separating Colors 2
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FP
Final project
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Design and illustrate a conceptual modern poster design
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FAQs
Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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moomby
Straight talking hard working making anything possible.
rob_kristjansson
Certainly Dan's course is a fantastic introduction into poster deisign. What really impressed me was how well Dan described his process, which can be easily applied to other graphic design challenges, including YouTube thumbnail design - the very reason I took the course. Well worth every nickel I spent!!!
sachpica
Es un curso muy bueno para elevar tu productividad. Rompe mitos en cuanto a esperar a que estés inspirado para crear. 100% recomendado!
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paupretti
Muy bueno! El profesor es claro explicando cada paso.
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eljott99
Ich habe mich bei dem Kurs geirrt und wollte einen anderen Kurs buchen, trotzdem hat er mich positiv überrascht und ich habe viel gelernt.
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