Guided Project

Guided Project: Typographic with personalized source and color

A guided project by Carlos Mignot , Graphics and Typography Designer

Graphics and Typography Designer. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Joined March 2020

Create unique typographic ideas, learn to vectorize logos and choose sources of support for visual identity

Guided Project

Discover how to transform brand strategies into logos filled with soul and personality. Learn how to sketch typographic ideas that capture the essence of a fictional brand, but with a real market scenario. Explore techniques for translating abstract concepts into vibrant and unique visual forms, creating a visual identity that resonates with your target audience. Through practical exercises, develop skills to sketch typography that speaks for itself, expressing values and emotions authentically.

Dive deeper into refining your sketches, experimenting with variations that enhance your desired message. Discover the power of vectorization by transforming your creations into versatile, professional logos using Illustrator. Learn how to choose complementary fonts that solidify your project’s visual identity. Gain the confidence to create typographic designs that not only stand out, but also effectively communicate the essence of a brand.

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What will you learn in this online course?

7 lessons & 15 downloads

Refining the Draft
6 minutes, 5 seconds
Logo Vectorization
20 minutes, 25 seconds
Typographic Pairing
12 minutes, 16 seconds
Toolkit Assembly
12 minutes, 12 seconds
  • 14 students
  • 7 lessons (1h 17m)
  • 15 additional resources (3 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: Portuguese, Spanish
  • Portuguese · Spanish · English · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Students will develop typographic ideas from sketches, translating brand strategies into striking logos. They will learn how to vectorize the logo in Illustrator and choose supporting fonts, creating a cohesive and impactful visual identity for a fictional brand.

Who is this online course for?

Graphic designers, design students, and typography enthusiasts looking to hone their skills in creating memorable logos and exploring sketching and vectorization techniques will find value in this project, which also covers typographic pairing for cohesive visual identity.

Requirements and materials

No prior knowledge is required, but basic familiarity with design and typography is recommended. You will need paper and pencil for sketching, as well as a computer with Adobe Illustrator installed to vectorize and refine your typographic ideas.


Carlos Mignot

Carlos Mignot
A guided project by Domestika

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Creative typographic design instructor

Carlos Mignot is a renowned designer specializing in typography and branding with a solid and diverse career in the field of graphic design. He has a solid academic background in Graphic Design and Visual Communication, having delved into visual identity projects and logo creation. Over the years, Mignot has developed a keen eye for typography, always seeking innovative ways to integrate letters and logos in an effective and meaningful way. His passion for bringing brands to life through unique and memorable typographic solutions is evident in his work.

With extensive experience at large design agencies, Carlos Mignot has worked with a variety of clients, from startups to established companies. His creative and strategic approach allows him to translate a brand’s essence into visual elements that resonate with the target audience. He is known for his ability to create logos that capture a brand’s personality and values, standing out in a competitive market. In addition to working as a designer, Mignot shares his knowledge and experience with students and professionals looking to improve their skills in the world of typographic design.


Content

  • U1

    Typographic Branding: Create Memorable Logos from Scratch

    • Basic Brand Strategy
    • Sketching Typographic Ideas
    • Refining the Draft
    • Logo Vectorization
    • Typographic Pairing
    • Toolkit Assembly
    • Podcast: The Power of Typography to Shape Meaning
  • FP

    Final project

    • Guided Project: Typographic with Custom Font and Color

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Guided Project: Typographic with personalized source and color. Design, Calligraphy, and Typography course by Carlos Mignot

Guided Project: Typographic with personalized source and color

A guided project by Carlos Mignot
Creative typographic design instructor. Berkeley, United States.
Joined April 2002
  • 14 students