Examining and exploring the various types of images and graphic elements will be the focus of this course. We will start with color theory to distinguish between CMYK, Pantone and RGB color options and their usages. Then we will review the various types of images used in both print and digital design projects. Finally we will look at logo designs to determine what makes for the best images and graphic elements for corporate branding and imaging.
Graphic Elements of Design: Color Theory and Image Formats
Graphic Elements of Design: Color Theory and Image Formats
This course is part of Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers Specialization
Instructor: Lori Poole
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What you'll learn
Discriminate between CMYK, Pantone and RGB color options.
Categorize the various kind of image files and understand their usages.
Recognize the ideal (and less than ideal) combination of graphics and text in logo design.
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There are 3 modules in this course
This module will cover color theories, including CMYK, RGB, Pantone and hex colors.
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This module will review common image and graphic files, including the difference between raster and vector images.
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3 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt1 plugin
This module will cover how to convert image colors and ways to find images online. You will get to use skills learned in designing a color advertisement.
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MT
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Reviewed on Mar 7, 2022
It was a fun experience and i leaned about how an image can be with dots or lines and so much more
MA
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Reviewed on Jul 6, 2020
This course is really good for beginners like me. All the topics are clearly explained and I feel like I've learned a lot. Thank you very much to Dr. Poole and all the team behind this great course.
TA
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Reviewed on Jun 26, 2020
great course but i wish i could learn more about color theory and how to apply the best colors. but overall, the course was good enough
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