T-Shirt Typography Design
A course by Joaquín Lluis, Graphic Designer
Learn the secrets of t-shirt design and express your creative ideas.
In this online course by Joaquín Lluis, an experienced graphic designer specialized in prints inspired by digital culture for t-shirts, you will discover the power of communication through typography and how to capture creative messages on personalized garments. You will learn step by step how to design digital prints for t-shirts with emphasis on typography and references from your own culture.
Throughout the course, Joaquín will teach you to define your identity and project concept, as well as to sketch ideas and compose typographic elements with hierarchy and style. Additionally, you will learn how to choose quality images and integrate them into the piece, giving the finishing touches to make your design stand out.
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 25 downloads
What's included in this course?
To begin, in this online course, Joaquín will present various business models and guide you in defining your identity and project concept. You will learn to sketch ideas and compose typographic elements with hierarchy, weight and size.
Then, you'll discover how to select quality images and integrate them into your design with your personal style. You will learn how to put the finishing touches on your design, prepare the file and upload it to on-demand sales platforms.
Finally, Joaquín will give you strategies to display your shirt in different ways and generate interest on social networks. Dare to turn your messages into unique designs full of personality that will conquer the public with their creativity.
- 96% positive reviews (298)
- 19,496 students
- 16 lessons (3h 13m)
- 25 additional resources (8 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software & tools for this course
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
The final project of the course will consist of creating a garment with emphasis on typography and references from your own culture. You will be able to apply all the techniques and knowledge learned to design a digital print for a unique t-shirt full of personality.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is aimed at all people interested in using t-shirts as a space for expression and transmitting messages through design. No previous design experience is required, but you do need to have basic knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator.
Requirements and materials
To participate in this course, it is necessary to have basic knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator, as well as design notions. The materials needed include a computer or computer with these programs installed.
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Joaquín Lluis
A course by Joaquín Lluis
Meet Joaquín Lluis, a passionate graphic designer specialized in prints inspired by digital culture for t-shirts. He has been a typography professor at the University of Buenos Aires and has developed a line of t-shirts with humorous messages, where part of the profits are destined for social projects.
His creative and original approach has allowed him to stand out in the design of t-shirt prints, using typography as a powerful visual communication tool. With this course at Domestika, Joaquín shares his knowledge and experience so you can design your own t-shirts full of style and meaning.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Conceptual construction
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Theoretical notions of the project
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Build identity
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The concept
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U3
Part design
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Layout of sketch 1
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Layout of sketch 2
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Typographic layout 1
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Typographic layout 2
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Image processing 1
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Image processing 2
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Image processing 3
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Final adjustments
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Upload the design to printing platforms
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U4
Dissemination and sale
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Create mock-ups
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Post on social networks
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FP
Final project
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Creating your local t-shirt project
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn at your own pace
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Learn from the best professionals
Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.
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Certificates
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Get front-row seats
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Share knowledge and ideas
Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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Connect with a global creative community
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FAQs
You’ll learn to create original typographic and visual designs for T-shirts, seamlessly blend images and text, prepare print-ready files for textile printing, and promote your products on digital platforms—combining hands-on and digital techniques with a focus on identity and visual concept.
This course is designed for people with intermediate graphic design skills or those eager to dive deeper into apparel graphics, but it also breaks down techniques step-by-step to make learning easy.
You’ll need a computer with access to programs like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, an internet connection, and basic sketching supplies. Having accounts on platforms like Instagram and Printful is recommended to put your skills into practice.
The course teaches how to choose, combine, and apply both international and vintage typefaces in T-shirt designs, integrating text with images and adjusting visual hierarchy to create impact and readability on garments.
Yes, you’ll learn about various textile printing methods, including screen printing, direct-to-garment printing, and how to prepare CMYK files for print-on-demand platforms.
The course guides you through creating moodboards, organizing ideas, analyzing visual references, and defining concepts that align with your brand identity and target audience—drawing inspiration from both local and global sources.
Yes, you’ll learn how to prepare, present, and publish your designs on digital platforms like Printful and Threadless, along with visual and social promotion strategies to boost the reach and sales of your custom products.
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Excelente curso. Me pareció una herramienta muy práctica e inspiradora para plasmar ideas creativas y llevarlas al diseño de poleras. Las explicaciones son claras y los pasos para estructurar conceptos visuales se entienden a la perfección. Totalmente recomendado para dar vida a proyectos propios.
I have really enjoyed this course. There were so many elements concerning branding and selling, and brilliant mini-work flows that I had never considered to help the ideas mature without so much friction. I sincerely got a lot out of it, and I'm happy I took the chance.
Essential guide for newbies.
A great beginner's guide for those new to t-shirt design.
muy util el curso, gracias por el contenido