Following the latest and coolest trends in graphic design is tempting. We want to be both relevant and eye catching as we promote our portfolios to the world. The issue is some trends last for years if not decades while some last for just a few months. This class is a bit different as we will discuss the longer term trends and style movements in graphic design over the last century of so. There is know way to predict future trends without knowing their origins and purposes throughout human history.
Not only that we will review popular trends in color, typography and layout by reviewing popular trending projects from many talented designers. We will also review a list of 8 dynamic fonts and how to use them to spice up your projects.
There is a fantastic practical side to this class as well (I will use Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator). We will also get to do a few small practice projects putting our font list to good use. The first project includes creating a package design, crafting a 3d presentations using dimensions and even creating an Instagram reel that is sure to catch the attention of others. We will also tackle another project that allows us to work with some of the color trends we talked about moving forward.
All of this so you can start finding ways to use these longer lasting emerging graphic design trends in your upcoming projects so you can look like a forward thinking designer this year and beyond.
