Graphic Design Theory - Web & Digital Design
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Graphic Design Theory - Web & Digital Design
This course is part of Design Theory Principles for Print and Digital Applications Specialization
Instructor: Skillshare
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Skills you'll gain
- User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design
- Graphic and Visual Design
- User Interface (UI) Design
- Layout Design
- User Experience
- Design Elements And Principles
- Digital Publishing
- Prototyping
- Digital Design
- Web Design
- Style Guides
- Motion Graphics
- Responsive Web Design
- User Experience Design
- Graphic Design
- User Interface (UI)
- Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR)
- Interactive Design
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There are 7 modules in this course
From instructor Martin Perhiniak, this course is an in-depth guide on web and digital design techniques, products, workflows and terminology.
Do you ever find yourself admiring beautifully designed websites, a unique tab bar in a mobile app, a fun icon or a cool animation of a logo? Do you appreciate easy, intuitive navigation, the clear, well-thought-out experience that just feels at home at first sight? If you do, and are interested to learn the underlying principles and practices behind it, I would like to welcome you to this part of my Design Theory Series, where we take a deep dive into the field of Web and Digital Design! This specialized sector is one of the most in-demand and high-earning fields in Graphic Design, and for a good reason. As the digital world takes a major role in our lives, businesses seek to create a personal, welcoming environment for their audience. And no matter how great the content is, how useful the functions are, the way they are displayed and organized will make or break the experience. And this is why your knowledge of web and UX design can be so valuable. Who is this course for? Whether you are an aspiring graphic designer or anyone from front-end developers to marketing professionals working with websites, applications or online marketing elements, this course will give you the underlying principles and best practices to create pleasing, harmonious sites and a great overall user experience on any digital interface. What we will learn in this course * Learn essential rules and principles of User Interface Design and User Experience Design * Avoid making easy mistakes when adjusting to different screen sizes * Learn best practices for App, Icon, Social Media, Presentation and Digital Publishing design * Understand how Design Systems and Banner Ad campaigns work * Master the best practices of effective website and app navigation * Learn the professional usability guidelines that will make your app easy and enjoyable to interact with Mastering by visual examples: Just like in the other courses in my Graphic Design Theory Series, we will analyze hundreds of web and digital design projects to give you a solid understanding of the important rules and terms you need to be familiar with as a web/digital designer. Who is this course for? * Anyone planning to get into the creative industry * Creative professionals aiming to improve their compositions * Marketing managers working with agencies Practical advice with invaluable industry insight: This is not an abstract theory course at all, but a very practical one. As a professional freelance designer myself, I, Martin Perhiniak, will give you all my 20+ years of experience in managing 100s of high-paying projects from simple to complex, from small shops to global brands like Disney and Lego. In fact, I was working in a special consultant role for Adobe for more than a year, teaching design workflow and process practices to their most esteemed clients. And I can promise you with confidence, this part of the Graphic Design Theory Series, will literally elevate you to the next level as a designer, giving you a huge advantage whether you're just starting out, or already working as a designer for years. Come, join me on this exciting journey, let’s explore the amazing world of Graphic Design together! Instructor bio: Martin Perhiniak is a Certified Adobe Design Master and instructor with extensive experience working for top companies including Disney, Warner Brothers, Cartoon Network, Sony Pictures, Mattel, and DC Comics. Based in London, he teaches design and provides live online training and consultancy services to students and professionals worldwide. Martin’s teaching emphasizes hands-on learning and personal growth, guided by his motto: “Do not compare yourself to your role models. Work hard and wait for the moment when others will compare themselves to you.”
This foundational module introduces the key roles, concepts, and vocabulary of web and digital design. You'll gain a clear understanding of how websites are built and how design elements shape user experience from the start.
What's included
5 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
5 videos•Total 25 minutes
- Introduction•1 minute
- Roles in this sector•5 minutes
- Basic Web Design terms•8 minutes
- Additional Web Design terms•5 minutes
- Structure of a website•5 minutes
1 reading•Total 30 minutes
- Project Instructions•30 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Module 1 Quiz•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- New Discussion Prompt•10 minutes
Discover how to structure web layouts across different screen sizes and devices. This module explores grids, responsiveness, adaptive design, and the image formats best suited for digital delivery.
What's included
5 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
5 videos•Total 22 minutes
- Grids, Sitemap, Wireframes and Scanning Patterns•4 minutes
- Screen sizes and Responsive Design•7 minutes
- Adaptive Design and Pixel Density•3 minutes
- Commonly used file formats•5 minutes
- SVG, WebP and JPEG 200•4 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Module 2 Quiz•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- New Discussion Prompt•10 minutes
Build on your foundational knowledge by diving into UX and UI principles, laws of usability, and modern design tools. You’ll also explore mobile app design considerations that inform digital experiences.
What's included
5 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
5 videos•Total 24 minutes
- UX & UI Design•7 minutes
- UX laws•4 minutes
- Additional UX laws•4 minutes
- App design•7 minutes
- Intuitive tools for web design•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Module 3 Quiz•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- New Discussion Prompt•10 minutes
Learn how to move from design to interaction with Adobe XD and Webflow. This module focuses on prototyping, importing assets, and adding motion to elevate static layouts into engaging user experiences.
What's included
3 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
3 videos•Total 17 minutes
- Adobe XD + Webflow workflow - Getting started•5 minutes
- Adobe XD + Webflow workflow - Adding animations•4 minutes
- Adobe XD + Webflow workflow - Scroll animations•8 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Module 4 Quiz•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- New Discussion Prompt•10 minutes
Advance your design capabilities with animation effects and cohesive design systems. You’ll also explore icon creation—from concept to technique—using design theory and consistent visual logic.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
4 videos•Total 23 minutes
- Adobe XD + Webflow workflow - Out-of-bounds effect with parallax scrolling•8 minutes
- Design systems•6 minutes
- Icon design•4 minutes
- Icon design techniques and terms•6 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Module 5 Quiz•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- New Discussion Prompt•10 minutes
Design visuals that pop in social feeds and digital spaces. This module covers digital ad design, YouTube thumbnails, and techniques for making your content stand out in crowded platforms.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
4 videos•Total 30 minutes
- Banner ads•5 minutes
- Social media design•7 minutes
- YouTube thumbnail design•9 minutes
- How to make thumbnail images stand out?•9 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Module 6 Quiz•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- New Discussion Prompt•10 minutes
In this final module, you’ll explore digital publishing, motion design, and emerging tech like AR and VR. Reflect on the skills you’ve built and prepare to apply them across dynamic, forward-facing design work.
What's included
5 videos1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt
5 videos•Total 19 minutes
- Presentation design•4 minutes
- Digital publishing•7 minutes
- Motion design•3 minutes
- AR & VR•3 minutes
- Conclusion•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Module 7 Quiz•30 minutes
1 peer review•Total 60 minutes
- Course Project•60 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- New Discussion Prompt•10 minutes
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