Before taking this course, I knew a little about InDesign and Photoshop but nothing about Illustrator. Now I feel pretty confidant about using all three programs. I learned that creating a visually appealing design isn’t easy; designers have to think about color, typefaces, visuals, making sure the page is navigable and not overly crowded, etc. I never realized the importance of white space before, and I used to fill almost every inch of the pages I designed with content. Now I know that simpler is always better. Also, I learned how about all of the different typefaces available, and which ones are suitable for different occasions. For example, I know now that modern serif typefaces are used for fashion publications, and script typefaces are not effective for headlines. I will use what I learned in GRA217 through the rest of my school and professional careers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Before taking this course, I knew a little about InDesign and Photoshop but nothing about Illustrator. Now I feel pretty confidant about using all three programs. I learned that creating a visually appealing design isn’t easy; designers have to think … Continue reading