#Web and Graphic Designing Assignments

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How to Create Compelling Visual Content for social media

In today's digital age, social media has become an essential marketing tool for businesses of all sizes. One of the key elements of social media marketing is creating visually appealing content that captures the attention of your target audience. But how can you create compelling visual content that stands out among the competition? Here are a few tips to help you get started.

Understand your audience: Before you start creating visual content, it's important to understand your target audience. Who are they? What are their interests? What kind of content do they engage with? This information will help you create visuals that resonate with your audience and increase engagement.

Use high-quality images: High-quality images are essential for creating visually appealing content. Make sure your images are clear, sharp, and visually interesting. You can use stock images or create your own custom graphics using web and graphic designing tools like Canva, Adobe Creative Suite or Figma.

Keep it simple: While it's important to create visually appealing content, it's also important to keep it simple. Avoid cluttering your visuals with too much text or too many graphics. Instead, focus on creating visuals that are easy to understand and visually appealing.

Be consistent: Consistency is key when it comes to creating compelling visual content. Use a consistent color palette, font, and style across all your social media platforms. This will help create a cohesive brand identity and make your visuals more recognizable to your audience.

Experiment with different types of visuals: Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of visuals. Try creating infographics, videos, or animated GIFs to see what resonates best with your audience.

If you're struggling to create compelling visual content, consider hiring a web and graphic designing professional. These professionals can help you create custom visuals that are tailored to your brand and target audience. Additionally, they can help you with web and graphic designing assignments in Toronto and ensure that your visuals are optimized for social media platforms.

In conclusion, creating compelling visual content for social media is an important part of any social media marketing strategy. By understanding your audience, using high-quality images, keeping it simple, being consistent, and experimenting with different types of visuals, you can create visuals that capture the attention of your target audience and increase engagement. And if you need extra help, don't hesitate to hire a web and graphic designing professional for your assignments in Toronto.

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Dec. 2012: Website Proposal Project, pt. 1

This is actually a really interesting assignment to find. Essentially, the professor had us propose a website, but he put us through a full greenlight process. (No wonder I took to project management instantly when I got into game dev.) We also made a sample version of the sites.

There's a lot of different pieces of this, but I think it's really interesting stuff, so I'm going to try to include all of it. (It's also one of the few instances of a website I actually made being documented at all. I used to do a lot of web dev, so that lock of documentation has been bothering me as I've been putting the archive together.) That's going to make this majorly long, but if project management's your jam, you may have fun with it.

-------Project Follows------>

(The 2013 there is a typo. This was 2012.)

(What I love about the risk log is both that I got a bit silly with it and also that it's a really great example of how the catastrophizing that is constantly going on in my anxiety brain works.)

(Industrious Hearts was the name for the photo series featuring a romantic scene in an industrial space which was featured in this archive previously. I just did not remember that name until right now.)

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Meg's (unnamed) Post Canon AU: What Happened To The Bosses?

As fits my personal Post Canon AU, everybody lived. Yes, even the ones who exploded on camera. They did all end up hospitalized: Some in rougher physical condition than others.

Figuring out legal repercussions is making my brain melt, partly because we don't know ANYTHING about Vandelay Island's legal system. (And the fact we have carte blanche when it comes to world building based on the Game Maker's Notebook interview.) My first thought was that there'd be a trial, but after some brief research I'm shelving that.

What I am confident about is taking a rehabilitation approach with the bosses. (I don't have any interest in writing a prison fic, and this is personally more enjoyable for me.)

Once the old bosses recovered from their injuries, they agreed to an arrangement consisting of electronic monitoring, community service, and fines. Another element to this is that the bosses are prohibited from communicating with each other.

Roxanne keeps the old bosses employed at Vandelay Technologies. (Albeit in lower ranked positions.) This stems less from altruism and more from pragmatism because the company needs all the help it can get to rebuild.

With that established, character specific details are listed below. 👇

Rekka ⚡: Production Supervisor. Does physical tasks and event organizing. Required to take anger management classes. She let Chai keep her belt because he earned it. Overall, Rekka is handling things like a BOSS.

Zanzo 🍍: Associate Engineer under Macaron's watchful eye. For the first few months, Zanzo attempted to be a good worker in hopes of regaining some of his Creative Freedom. His community service is web and graphic design for local small businesses, but it doesn't scratch the same itch as building a robot. Bribed a TEC-78 to install a temporal displacement device on the arcade machine so Chai could receive his gift basket. Had to pay his parking tickets and enroll in a financial management course. Zanzo... struggles for a while.

Mimosa 🍹: Social Media Account Manager. She was assigned to the Vandelay Island Community Theater for her service, and became an assistant acting coach at a community theater. (I referenced this in my post about Violet, my self insert OC. But not with this much detail). Mimosa flies no more- the explosion totaled her wings. Despite some bumps along the way, she is doing okay.

Roquefort 🐺: Senior Accountant. Provides financial counseling for Vandelay staff (besides Zanzo) + organizing fundraising events as community service. Also required to take anger management classes. Inhibitor installed to prevent him wolfing out. (Which can't POSSIBLY be overridden 😉) You think Roquefort has a contingency plan?

Kale ☕: For humor, Kale's new job is making coffee in the Café because the machine is STILL broken. (Who knows, he might even enjoy it sometimes.) He got more say with community service, as he volunteers at a pet clinic. (OC & Canon specific - As they serve on different days, Kale and Violet haven't crossed paths. YET.) Frustrated that his SPECTRA AI backup plan fell through. He doesn't have a plan C… as far as anyone knows.

Not everyone on Vandelay Island is content with this outcome. Certain characters believe the punishment dealt isn't harsh enough for the crime. Some may be plotting vengeance from the shadows… 😱

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Multimodal Content Example

Here is the graphic image that I created for my multimodal essay! I thought it would be super fun to depict the rhetorical situation as a bowl of ramen with the key concepts acting as the ingredients. I had so much fun designing the image and was very intentional when assigning an ingredient to fit the role of each concept. I included definitions for each concept as well as explanations as to how they aid in creating and understanding content for web writing. Since all of the ingredients are pictured in one bowl, I also added text relaying which "flavors" pair the best with one another, meaning which concepts interact most frequently. Doing the graphic this way helped me as a learner because I really had to think about the core elements of each concept and create my own personal definitions and explanations for them.

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Hi! I am working on an assignment for school, and I am trying to find information on how animal crossing is styled. Through my scrounging of the internet I saw a link that lead me to your website that was a "Animal Crossing Style Guide" but it no longer exists. I was wondering if you might have some pointers that I could learn from for my project?

Hi there,

You're about 2 weeks shy of that link working. I just changed web hosts and rebuilt my website and ended up taking down the blog section, which is where that content lived. The Animal Crossing Style Guide was an article / blog post I wrote a few years ago around the time New Horizons came out discussing the topic of animal crossing character designs for artists. While the post no longer exists online, I did archive it to hopefully host again in the future, but I havent gotten around to remaking the blog yet. In the meantime here's literally the entire thing in a tumblr post, and if I remember, I'll try to update whatever links I can. Sorry if it reads or is formatted a little weird on tumblr, but rest assured it's identical except for some shopping / sponsor links that dont need to be on this version. No idea if this is the sort of thing you need for your project, but good luck and enjoy!

Animal Crossing Style Guide: Artist Tips for Drawing Your Favorite Characters

Apr 24 | Written By Birdy

Hello and welcome to this week’s edition of Fandom Friday. If you’re like every Nintendo Switch owner  right now, you’ve been playing Animal Crossing nonstop for the last month.  And who can blame you? This irresistible chore simulator has no trouble winning the hearts of the masses by helping us fall in love all over again with our favorite animal neighbors. Nintendo found a way to make tedium fun by implementing a fun reward system and fully embracing the rule of cool, or rather, the rule of cute if there is such a thing. Why do I like it? I don’t know, man!! It’s adorable! It turns my brain chemicals into a relaxed, happy soup.

If you’re an artist it’s possible you’ve seen these cute character designs and thought “I want a piece of that for myself.” I know I have. If you love to draw the Animal Crossing cast or have some OCs of your own who you want to mesh with the AC universe, read on for some mini tips for drawing in the Animal Crossing style. I’ve been studying the style for the past few weeks and this guide is a pretty compact version of what I’ve learned, but feel free to let me know if you guys want more.  It was fun to study these characters and I’d love to expand upon this with a more definitive guide or deep dive into more specific aspects of the style!

On to the basics!

Villager Bodies

In the graphic below I describe that most animals are a little over 2 heads tall. That’s because the characters in animal crossing tend to have very large, bulbous heads as part of their appeal. You’ll find that certain species, such as eagles and gorillas, do break this convention slightly, often appearing with their anatomical midpoint lower on the chest than most smaller animals.

That said, this isn’t a hard and fast rule necessarily. While the height and shape of AC bodies is generally in the neighborhood of what’s stated above, there is some variation between installments of AC. Compare the following images and you’ll see what I mean.

As you can see, Bob’s shape and proportions vary between Wild World and New Leaf, as do many of the other characters. While many current players likely think of New Horizons as the definitive style for now, I would encourage my fellow artists to experiment here. Play around with height in the 2 to 3 heads tall range and see what you like. Stylize the torsos to your taste. It’s entirely possible to remain within the AC style of drawing while still making some details your own.

Heads

Heads of AC characters are a bit of a complex subject because there are literally so many different species of animals who all have their own goofy, lovable little faces. I’ve done my best to break them down to the basics without getting too specific about one species or another.

As you can see, even the the more complicated animals can be broken down into these simplistic, bulbous shapes that Animal Crossing loves so well. When designing a new character, it’s wise to plan their head and body using basic shapes before you tack on any other extraneous features. By doing this you can ensure that your character has the round, soft features that are key to Animal Crossing before you ever have to decide what their face looks like or what their personality should be. When in doubt, round it out. You’ll be drowning in the cute in no time.

Speaking of faces, feel free to let me know on social media if you’d like me to expand upon this guide in terms of facial features and placement. I avoided the topic in this case because I wanted to focus more on foundational elements, and animal faces felt it a bit broad for that scope. The sheer expanse of animal individuality in this game allows for quite a lot of different faces with quite varied placement. And that’s not even including the human character options!

Limbs

Arms are perhaps the simplest section of this guide because there are so few styles of arm in Animal Crossing. The vast majority of characters you encounter will have the cylindrical arm style, or something close to it. At that point, all you’ll have to do is vary the length to suit the character.

Birds and octopi are one exception to this rule, with birds in particular being the more complex of the two. In most instances, bird characters will have those flattened out oar shapes for forearms with a simple texture stretched over the shape, but on occasion some birds will have distinct feathering as part of their model, which can at times distort the underlying shape for the artist trying to make sense of it. Our owl friends, Celeste and Blathers, are good examples of this.

With birds and octopi in particular, don’t be afraid to experiment a bit with the design of the limb. Some birds, like Blathers and Celeste, have wider forearms, and many octopi have interesting textures for their suckers. In addition, don’t be afraid of extending or shortening the standard cylindrical arm shape, as this shape can be applied to all different sized animals, from cats to hamsters and beyond. Some animals will have very short stumpy arms while others will have longer ones. Some villagers have slender, delicate arms, while others have bulkier ones. You can adjust the proportions of the shape to suit the character you’re drawing.

Legs on the other hand….those are a different can of worms. I’d like to preface this by saying that legs are another topic I’d love to go into greater detail on if there is interest because this graphic could afford to do the topic a bit more justice.

As with arms, most animals have the same simple cylinder that can be widened and extended as needed to suit the body of the animal. Birds once again have a unique trait in this department, but beyond that, leg styles vary widely. Mostly in the foot department, I should say. When starting off you’ll find that most animals maintain a cylindrical leg even if they have a unique foot, and in most cases the foot can be constructed out of a dome shape attached to the cylinder. Not unlike a plunger, if for some reason the stick was on one side of the plunger rather than in the center. On top of that, human characters can now wear a large variety of shoes, making this a second topic that I felt went beyond the scope of this exercise. If you’re interested in a more thorough explanation of Animal Crossing legs and feet, feel free to let me know. I just might write about it in more detail in a future installment.

But never fear! Feet, like most unique animal traits, do share similar design elements across the entire game even when they don’t look particularly alike.

Designing Unique Features

So you’re an artist who wants to draw a specific character, or maybe you want to design a brand new character. You can construct a simple animal body, but then what? What makes this character Your Character™ rather than Bob or Molly or Flora?

Despite how similar these animals all are in basic constructions, each animal and human has their own unique design elements that set them apart from one another. It is nigh impossible to cover every single interesting design element of every single animal in every single game, so here are some tips that will aid you in drawing any element you decide to apply to a character while still keeping them cute as a button.

Just like up top, I reiterate. Big, round, soft shapes. Even the most hardcore animals in Animal Crossing look soft and huggable to some degree.

Take for example, these animals who all should be at least a little bit scary.  Animal Crossing’s art style keeps them appealing even with their rougher traits on display. Alfonso the alligator should logically be among the most feared of reptiles, yet his sleepy eyes, gently sloping snout, chubby cheeks, and tubby belly give him all the charm of a stuffed animal. His pointy teeth feel more like a clumsy after thought than a mechanism for killing prey.

Coco the bunny is designed to look like a haniwa figure, an item commonly buried with the dead  during the Yayoi period of Japanese history. Coco’s Japanese name is, in fact, Yayoi. In addition, many items in her house are reminiscent of Japanese funeral decor.  She’s supposed to be a little unsettling. Her facial expression does not change like those of other villagers, so she can’t smile at you or put you at ease the way other characters can. Indeed, Coco wears a permanent somber appearance, but even so, she looks sweet and pleasant to touch. Her face is completely curved and she is given the body of a bunny villager.  Her huge, round ears and tiny, dainty paws evoke the charm of a little rabbit even from a villager whose whole design is meant to remind one of death.

Rasher the pig and Spike the rhino have similar charm. Both of them don scars all over their bodies and in some cases wear aggressive looking shirts in their rough or rustic homes. Still, with Rasher’s big sleepy eyes and friendly round belly, he could almost give you a Winnie the Pooh vibe if you squint hard enough. Spike, meanwhile, has had his horns rounded ever so slightly at the tips and his curved hooves and short tail make him seem far from threatening. Even the most edgy creatures in the Animal Crossing universe can appear somehow friendly by making use of these softening design elements.

Go Forth and Draw

And that, in essence, has been my broad overview of Animal Crossing’s art style. I consider that last tidbit to be the most valuable tip of all. By closely studying the way Animal Crossing characters use round bodies, gradual slopes, and pleasant curves, you can make even the most threatening of animal characters look cute and perfectly cuddly for your town, village, or island.

Once again, please let me know if there are particular elements of the Animal Crossing style you’d like me to look into more closely. This has been a very broad and very general overview of the character designs, but I would absolutely love to dive deeper into this art style. If you use this guide to improve your Animal Crossing drawings, feel free to tag me on Instagram, Deviantart, or Tumblr, so I can see what cool art you’ve made!

Have a great weekend, The Internet! Can’t wait to see you again for the next Fandom Friday. If you need me, I’ll be waterscaping a moat around Raymond’s house.

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5 Top Graphic Design Websites for Inspiration in 2024

In the ever-evolving world of graphic design, staying inspired and ahead of trends is crucial. Whether you're a seasoned designer or just starting out, having a go-to list of resources can help spark creativity and keep your work fresh. If you’re attending a Graphic Design Course in Rajkot or studying at a Graphic Design institute, these websites will be particularly useful for you.

1. Behance

Overview of Behance

Behance continues to be a powerhouse in the design world, showcasing a diverse array of projects from designers worldwide. The platform's user-friendly interface and robust search functionality make it easy to find inspiration across various design disciplines. From branding and illustration to web and UI/UX design, Behance is a treasure trove of creative ideas.

Features and Benefits

Vast collection of high-quality projects

Community engagement through appreciations and comments

Regularly updated with new content

How to Use Behance for Inspiring

If you’re enrolled in a Graphic Design Course in Rajkot, Behance can be a goldmine for inspiration. Browse through stunning portfolios, follow top designers, and discover the latest trends. Use it to fuel your creativity, spark new ideas, and elevate your assignments and projects to the next level.

2. Dribbble

Overview of Dribbble

Dribbble remains a favorite among designers for its focus on visual storytelling. The platform allows designers to share small screenshots of their work, making it a quick and easy way to get inspired by stunning visuals. Dribbble's job board also connects designers with potential clients, adding a practical dimension to its inspirational offerings.

Features and Benefits

High-quality visuals and polished designs

Active community and feedback system

Opportunity to showcase work to potential clients

How to Use Dribbble for Inspiring

For those studying at a Graphic Design Institute, Dribbble serves as a treasure trove of real-world design examples. By exploring projects shared by talented professionals worldwide, students can glean invaluable insights, discover new trends, and fuel their creative aspirations. Dribbble’s vibrant community and diverse range of designs offer endless inspiration for budding designers.

3. Muzli

Overview of Muzli

Muzli, a relatively new website, has quickly become a go-to source for design inspiration. It curates the best design content from around the web, including articles, trends, and showcases. Muzli’s daily updates ensure that you’re always in the loop with the latest design trends and innovations.

Features and Benefits

Curated content from various design sources

Daily updates with fresh inspiration

Integrates with your browser for instant access to design news

How to Use Dribbble for Inspiring

To use Muzli for inspiration, start by exploring its curated collections and trending designs. Look for keywords that resonate with your project, such as "modern," "minimalistic," or "vibrant." Incorporate these keywords into your search to find designs that align with your vision. For example, if you're looking for modern website designs, you might search for "modern website design" on Muzli. Scan through the results to find designs that inspire you and adapt them to suit your needs.

4. Awwwards

Overview of Awwwards

Awwwards is renowned for recognizing and promoting the best web design and development. Each site featured on Awwwards is evaluated based on design, creativity, usability, and content, ensuring that only top-tier work is showcased. It’s an excellent resource for web designers looking for inspiration and for understanding what’s trending in the web design industry.

Features and Benefits

High standard for featured projects

Focus on web design and development

In-depth reviews and feedback from a panel of judges

How to Use Awwwards for Inspiration

Visit the site regularly to see the latest award-winning designs. Use the filters to sort by categories such as “Web Design” or “UX/UI Design.” This will help you stay on top of the latest trends and best practices. If you’re aiming to Learn Graphic Design, Awwwards offers a treasure trove of high-quality examples to study.

5. Designspiration

Overview of Designspiration

Designspiration is another fantastic new website that has gained popularity for its simple yet effective approach to design inspiration. Users can search for specific design elements or browse through curated collections. The platform’s clean interface and well-organized categories make it easy to find exactly what you’re looking for.

Features and Benefits

Easy-to-use search and categorization

Curated collections for focused inspiration

Clean and minimalistic interface

How to Use designspiration for Inspiring

Designspiration is a treasure trove of creative ideas for graphic design enthusiasts. By simply searching for "best graphic design classes in Rajkot Shree Academy," you'll discover a myriad of visually stunning designs. Each image sparks inspiration, showcasing the innovative work that students produce under the guidance of Shree Academy's skilled instructors.

Conclusion

Staying inspired in the graphic design field requires constant exploration and engagement with fresh ideas. These 5 top graphic design websites for inspiration in 2024—Behance, Dribbble, Muzli, Awwwards, and Designspiration—offer a blend of established platforms and new websites that cater to a wide range of design needs. Whether you’re seeking cutting-edge web designs, stunning visual art, or the latest design trends, these resources are sure to keep your creative juices flowing throughout the year.Explore these sites, engage with the design community, and let your creativity soar in 2024!

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Thursday Check-In 2/1

I am nearly finished designing my graphic for the web writing rhetorical situation assignment but I have come across a question. In the assignment requirements, it directs me to create the background rhetorical situation, and this may just be me overthinking but I am confused on how to demonstrate that in my graphic. I have already included my definitions and key concepts as well as answered how the infographic will help me learn and improve my writing ability. Is there something else that I would need to add to my assignment for full credit?

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Showcase Successful Web Development Projects

Case Studies: Showcase successful web development projects you’ve undertaken, explaining the challenges faced and the solutions implemented.

In the dynamic realm of web development, each project brings its unique set of challenges and opportunities. This article presents a collection of case studies that showcase successful web development projects undertaken. By delving into these real-world scenarios, we can gain valuable insights into the challenges faced and the innovative solutions implemented to achieve success.

Case Study 1: E-commerce Platform Upgrade

The Challenge:

A well-established e-commerce company was facing performance issues and security vulnerabilities on their aging platform. They needed a solution that would enhance their website’s speed, security, and overall user experience without disrupting ongoing business operations.

The Solution:

Platform Migration: The first step was to migrate the website to a more robust and secure platform that could handle their high traffic load. The team chose a cloud-based infrastructure to ensure scalability.

Frontend Optimization: The frontend was revamped with responsive design, ensuring seamless user experiences across devices. Performance optimization techniques, like image compression and lazy loading, were employed.

Enhanced Security: The new platform integrated advanced security measures, such as SSL/TLS encryption, web application firewalls, and continuous monitoring for threats.

The Outcome:

The e-commerce website’s performance improved significantly, with faster loading times and improved security. The company experienced a boost in customer satisfaction, higher conversion rates, and an increase in revenue.

Case Study 2: Educational Portal for Remote Learning

The Challenge:

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, an educational institution needed to pivot quickly and provide a remote learning platform for students and teachers. The challenge was to create a seamless and user-friendly online learning environment.

The Solution:

Platform Development: A custom web-based educational portal was developed to facilitate online classes, assignments, and communication between students and teachers.

Video Conferencing Integration: Integration with popular video conferencing tools enabled live classes and meetings.

Content Management: An intuitive content management system (CMS) allowed teachers to upload course materials and students to access them easily.

The Outcome:

The educational institution successfully transitioned to remote learning, ensuring uninterrupted education for its students. The online platform proved to be an efficient and user-friendly solution for teachers and students alike.

Case Study 3: Portfolio Website for a Creative Professional

The Challenge:

A freelance graphic designer needed a portfolio website to showcase their work. They desired a unique and visually appealing website to stand out in a competitive industry.

The Solution:

Custom Design: A custom design was created to reflect the designer’s style and branding. The website focused on visual storytelling and the seamless presentation of the designer’s portfolio.

Performance Optimization: To ensure quick loading times and optimal user experience, the website incorporated image optimization and responsive design.

Contact and Inquiry Forms: The website included easy-to-use contact and inquiry forms for potential clients.

The Outcome:

The freelance graphic designer’s portfolio website not only captured their creative essence but also attracted new clients. The personalized design and optimized performance elevated the designer’s online presence.

Conclusion: Lessons from Successful Projects

These case studies offer valuable insights into the diverse challenges and innovative solutions that web development projects can entail. From upgrading e-commerce platforms to adapting to remote learning needs and creating personalized portfolio websites, web development continues to shape the digital landscape.

In each of these success stories, the common threads are adaptability, innovative thinking, and a focus on user experience. These traits underline the importance of understanding the unique requirements of each project and tailoring solutions that address those needs effectively.

As web development technology continues to evolve, it’s essential to embrace creativity, adaptability, and a user-centric approach to create web solutions that not only meet but exceed the expectations of clients and end-users. These case studies serve as a testament to the power of web development in transforming ideas into reality.

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Digital Course Academy: A Guide to Maximizing Your Digital Success

Introduction

In today's digital age, the demand for online learning has soared to new heights. With the rise of e-learning platforms, digital courses have become a popular choice for individuals seeking to acquire new skills, expand their knowledge, or embark on a new career path. One such platform that has gained considerable recognition is the Digital Course Academy. In this article, exploring its benefits, features, and how it can help you unlock your potential in the digital landscape.

Empowering You for Success

The Digital Course Academy is a comprehensive online learning platform that offers a wide range of courses designed to empower individuals in various domains. Whether you aspire to become a digital marketer, a web developer, or a graphic designer, the Digital Course Academy Review provides a wealth of resources to help you achieve your goals. With expert instructors and a user-friendly interface, this platform stands out as a go-to destination for those seeking high-quality digital education.

Why Choose Digital Course Academy?

Extensive Course Catalog: The Course boasts an extensive catalog of courses, covering diverse subjects and industries. From social media marketing to data analysis, you can find a course that aligns with your interests and career aspirations.

Interactive Learning Experience: Learning is made engaging and interactive through the state-of-the-art learning management system. You can access course materials, participate in discussions, and collaborate with fellow learners, fostering a dynamic learning environment.

Expert Instructors: The Academy course takes pride in its roster of expert instructors who bring a wealth of industry experience to the table. They offer valuable insights, practical tips, and real-world examples, ensuring that you receive top-notch education from seasoned professionals marketing.

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Practical Assignments and Assessments: To reinforce your learning, the Academy incorporates practical assignments and assessments. These tasks allow you to apply your newfound knowledge, gaining hands-on experience that prepares you for real-world scenarios.

The Digital Course Academy Experience

The Digital Course Academy ensures an intuitive and seamless learning experience through its well-structured courses and user-friendly navigation business. Each course is divided into modules and lessons, making it easy to follow along and track your progress. The course materials are presented in a clear and concise manner, allowing you to grasp complex concepts with ease.

A cornerstone of the teaching methodology is its interactive video lessons. These lessons feature high-quality video content, supplemented with visual aids, animations, and real-life examples. The instructors deliver the content in an engaging manner, keeping you hooked throughout the learning process.

Collaboration and knowledge sharing are essential components of the community. The platform provides discussion forums where learners can interact, ask questions, and share insights. Engaging in these discussions not only enhances your learning experience but also expands your professional network.

Conclusion

The Academy course is a game-changer in the realm of online education. With its comprehensive courses, expert instructors, and flexible learning options, it empowers individuals to thrive in the digital age. Whether you're looking to upskill, switch careers, or explore new horizons, It provides the knowledge and tools you need to succeed. Unlock your potential today and embark on a transformative learning journey.

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

A: This equips you with in-demand skills and knowledge that are highly sought after in today's job market. By completing courses in your desired field, you can enhance your resume, stand out from the competition, and open doors to exciting career opportunities.

A: Yes, the courses on the Academy are self-paced, allowing you to learn at your own convenience. You can start and finish the courses according to your schedule, ensuring a flexible learning experience.

A: Absolutely! The Digital Course is designed to be mobile-responsive, enabling you to access your courses on your smartphone or tablet. This flexibility ensures that you can continue your learning journey even while on the go.

A: The Course covers a wide range of industries and subjects, including but not limited to digital marketing, web development, graphic design, content creation, e-commerce, and data analysis. The platform strives to cater to diverse interests and career paths.

A: The prerequisites vary depending on the course you choose. Some courses may require basic knowledge of the subject matter, while others are designed for beginners. Each course description provides detailed information about the prerequisites, ensuring that you select the right course for your skill level.

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Website Designing: Website designing assignments in Sydney involves creating an interface that is user-friendly, visually appealing, and easy to navigate. Some of the key elements of website design include layout, color scheme, typography, images, and content. To excel in website design, it is important to have a good understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

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Update on Merch / Digital Extras

After looking through the interest check responses and doing research into costs, here’s what we’ve narrowed the options down to.

Below the Read More cut~

Note On Applying:

Artists can apply for multiple roles eg. Page Artist and Merch Artist. If you were offered both, you can accept both, if you’re confident you’d be able to complete both pieces by the deadline.

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Approved Extras:

Note that we are not guaranteed to be making all of these, it's just up to whatever the accepted contributors are up for doing.

☆ We will be including postcard prints. Maximum of 4 designs, probably. These will be prints of page illustrations, so will not need to have a merch artist assigned to them. ☆ We'd like to do die-cut stickers. Maximum of 4 designs. -> One of these die-cut designs could also be used for 1 acrylic keychain or 1 thin magnet, but we’re still discussing if that’s worth the investment and risk of delays ☆ Bookmarks are ok. Maximum of 1 design.

☆ Badges are ok. Maximum of 4 designs.

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Digital Extra Suggestions:

Digital extras will not be assigned, all contributors can volunteer to make these at any point. The intent is they would be free to use for anyone who downloads the Digital zine, so it’s only if you’re comfortable with that!

Here are some examples of what you could contribute:

☆  Ready-to-colour Lineart If you don't want to draw a new picture, it could just be the lineart of your Page Ilustration. If anyone wants to do this we'd reccomend you find a way to incorporate your watemark/username into the lineart.

☆  Web Graphics / Page Dolls A bit old-school, but if you want to give pixel art / animation a shot..!!

☆  Social Media Icons, Discord Server Emotes, Print-At-Home Sticker Sheets, Wallpapers... and so on!

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We Rejected Some Other Ideas Because They...

☆ Had a very high minimum order count ☆ Would make the package much larger than the zine itself, increasing shipping costs. ☆ Are fragile, would require padding which causes the above point and makes it harder for us to use eco-friendly packing materials. ☆ Were a niche item not many people would be able to use, even tho they were cool :(

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Any feedback is appreciated. Thanks for reading and for the support so far

[cammiluna]

While not perfect because this computer doesn't have a dedicated pen driver for artist customzation (pressure curve, button assignment, etc), I think I've finally achieved a perfectly functional, portable production setup for an artist/graphic designer/web designer to multitask and it only took well over 13 years!

Some autohotkey manipulation was needed to reclaim pen button function since Samsung thinks air gestures are more important on windows than right-clicking and I'm still finding out why the disable-touch toggle hack isn't working, but this is otherwise such a good, good computer so far

Please don't let me down in 3 years like the cintiq companion did!

[mr-puff]

i pursued a graphic design degree at a university for three years. the program had two tracks, studio and marketing. i went down the studio track because i have no interest--active hatred, even--of advertising and marketing. as it turns out, practically all of the courses specific to a graphic design degree ranged from at least a couple assignments on marketing to being 100% completely marketing-based.

class after class, year after year, the assignments were: make a design system for a company that doesn't exist. make product packaging. write a corporate pitch. make up a new company. more systems, more logomarks, more pitches, more packaging, more mock-ups. countless lessons were about how to talk about and present our designs in that sterile, corporate way, to corporate clients

the national emergency for the pandemic was put in place just as i ended my third year in graphic design. i took a gap year and then went back to start my senior year, but it didn't work out. starting (i think it was) my graphic design IV course, and we're instructed to create yet another design system for a company that didn't exist. create more product packaging. write more corporate pitches on how this company "sustainable?" how's your product going to stick out? what is this company's market niche?

because i had been in a community college program in high school, i'd been in college for 6 years at this point, and i'd already completed all the elective art classes i needed for a graphic design degree. what that means is i was now only doing those mainline graphic design courses (plus a slog of a web design course (i never want to do a ux audit rating ever again.)) i became uninterested and unmotivated, and i eventually stopped going to classes. and folks. it's because i wasn't making any art!

So why do you hate the advertising industry?

Hokay so.

Let me preface this with some personal history. It's not relevant to the sins of the advertising industry perse but it illustrates how I started to grow to hate it.

I wanted to be a veterinarian growing up, but to be a vet you basically have to be good enough to get into medical school. I do not have the math chops or discipline to make it in medical school. I went into art instead, and in a desperate attempt to find some commercial viability that didn't involve moving to California, I went into graphic design.

I've been a graphic designer for about seven or eight years now and I've worn a lot of hats. One of them was working in a print shop. Now, the print shop had a lot of corporate customers who had various ad campaigns. One of them was Gate City Bank, which had a bigass stack of postcards ordered every couple months to mail to their customers.

Now, paper comes from Dakota Paper, and they make their paper the usual way. Somewhere far, far from our treeless plain there is a forest of tall trees. These trees are cut down and put on big fossil fuel burning trucks and hauled to a paper mill that turns them into pulp while spewing the most fowl odors imaginable over the neighboring town and loads the pulp up with bleach to give it a nice white color.

Then the paper is put on yet another big truck and hauled off to the local paper depot, then put on another big truck and delivered to my print shop, where I turned the paper into postcards telling people to go even deeper into debt to buy a boat because it's almost summer. The inks used are a type of nasty heat sensitive plastic that is melted to the surface of the paper with heat. Then the postcards are put on yet ANOTHER truck and sent to the bank, which puts them on ANOTHER truck and finally into the hands of their customers, who open their mail and take one look at the post card and immediately discard it.

Heaps and heaps and literal hundreds of pounds of literal garbage created at the whim of the marketing team several times a year. And thats just one bank in one city.

I came to realize very quickly that graphic design was the delicate art of turning trees into junk mail.

And wouldn't you know it there are a TON of companies that basically only do junk mail. Many of them operate under the guise of a "charity," sending you pictures of suffering children or animals and begging for handouts and when they get those handouts the executives take a nice fat cut, give some small token amount to whatever cause they pay lip service to, and then put the rest of the cash right back into making more mailers. "Direct mail marketing" they call it.

Oh but maybe it's not so bad, you can advertise online after all. Now that there's decent ad blocker out there and better anti-virus ads usually don't destroy your computer anymore just by existing.

Except now when I search for the exact business I want on Google it's buried under three or four different "promoted search items" tricking me into clicking on them only to shoot themselves in the foot because I searched for the specific result I wanted for a reason and couldn't use those other websites even if I felt like it.

And now we have advertising on YouTube and on every streaming service, forcing more and more eyes onto the ad for the brand new Buick Envision that parks itself because you're too stupid to do it on your own.

Oh thats ok maybe I'll get Spotify premium and go ad free and listen to some podcasts- SIKE we have the hosts of your show doing the song and dance now. Are you depressed and paranoid from listening to my true crime podcast about murdered and mutilated teenagers? That's ok, my sponsor Better Help can keep you sane enough to stay alive and spend more money.

It's gotten so terrible that now you have content farms, huge hubs of shell companies that crank out video after video to get more and more precious clicks. Which if the videos were innocuous maybe that wouldn't be so awful except now you have cooking hacks that can actually burn your house down and craft hacks that can electrocute you being flung into your eyes at the speed of mach fuck so some slimy internet clickbait jockey doesn't need to get a real job.

It of course goes without saying that animals are also relentlessly exploited by clickbait companies that will put them in compromising situations on purpose to create a fake fishing hack video or even just straight up killing them for sport by feeding small animals to a pufferfish that rips them apart for the camera.

And all of this, ALL of this doesn't even touch how adveritising is the death of art in general. Queer topics, any kind of interesting art, any kind of sex or substance use topics are scrubbed clean and hidden at the behest of advertisers.

Sex education, a nude statue, topics such as racism or sexism or bigotry in general have tags purged or hidden from search, even life saving information about SDTs or drug use, because if someone saw that and complained then Verizon might sell fewer tablets and we can't fucking have that.

Conservative talking heads often bitch and moan that they're being censored on social media. The stupid part is, they're right! They are being censored! But it's not by a woke mob, it's by ATT and Coca Cola not wanting their adspace sharing screen time with their stupid fucking opinions.

However, they won't ever figure that out, because the talking heads they get their marching orders from like Tucker and Jones ALSO rely on the sweet milk flowing from the sponsorship teat and they aren't about to turn on their meal ticket so they have to come up with even stupider shit to say for the train to continue rolling.

I managed to rant this far without even getting into the ads I see for the beauty industry. The other day a botox ad described wrinkles as "moderate to severe crows feet" as if wrinkles are a symptom of a fucking serious disease! Like having a flaw in your skin is a medical problem that you need thousands of dollars of literal botulism toxin to fix! I was incandescent with anger.

Advertising is a polluting, censoring, anti educational and anti art industry at it's very core. It destroys human connections, suppresses human thought and makes us hate our own bodies. It ads no value, actively detracts from value, and serves no real purpose and I believe it should be almost if not entirely banned.

[shamen04]

Compulsory Question 2

Having an artistic vision statement is significantly important for every artist and designer. Artistic vision is an artist's and designer’s way of seeing, their perspectives, their talk in the type of work they do, the colours they use, the images and the story they wish to convey in their works.

To discover one’s own statement of artistic vision, my class was tasked to answer the guiding questions about ourselves. We had to identify the connection between who we are, what we do, who we want to be and what we want to do to achieve our dreams. I did not have any difficulty answering these questions because I have already set a goal for myself and my aspiration.

I believe that my artistic vision is well thought and realistic. I received quite a lot of supportive feedback and comments from my fellow classmates regarding their views and opinions on my artistic vision statement. From reading their wordings, I felt a lot of hope and optimism flowing through my mind, enabling my motivations and putting more effort in the future in order to achieve my goal. Thus, I do not have anything to be revised, based on the feedback and comments.

My aspiration in my artistic vision statement is to be a part of the marketing industry. I wish to be able to design things to market and promote what is tasked to me. For instance, I am designing a promotional marketing campaign for an event in Singapore called Singapore Writers Festival for my studio work assignment school project. I am designing things such as posters, billboards, banners, web pages, brochures and so on to promote the festival event. I actually enjoy doing so because it provides me with a specific goal to design the most eye-catching work piece to attract the audiences. With the help of my lecturer, the supervisor, my fellow team partner, and my engagement to the event itself, I managed to develop a satisfying result. As a person myself, I love to communicate my thoughts and ideas to the public not through words but through the arts and designs that I produce. Although the negative aspect could be the misinterpretation of my works by the audience, that also happens to communication with words to the audience. My inspiration is the well-known graphic designer and art director, Paul Rand, who was best known for his corporate logo designs.

The connection between my work with the campaign connects to one of the most important in the Critical Thinking Skills B module which is connecting practice with society. My design is the “practice” to attract the “society”. Furthermore, to develop my “practice”, I must resonate myself with my “theory” and self-identity to reflect my designs.

Word count: 455

The first image is one of Paul Rand’s well-known design and the rest is my design project example.

[chanbinlee]

29/OCT/2024

WEEK 12 - COMPULSORY QUESTION 2

My main strengths in design are graphic design and ambition. Since I was young, I have loved working and found great satisfaction in earning money. After finishing my military service, my desire to earn became even stronger, so I started working as a freelance designer and offering online tutoring that I could balance with my studies. With this ambition, I took on freelance projects from companies while managing school assignments, which helped me both earn money and quickly improve my skills in Illustrator and Figma.

As I continued freelancing, I mainly focused on app and web design, and Figma which I initially learned from free YouTube tutorials a year ago became my favorite and most used tool. However, I know that consistency is essential, so I plan to continue increasing my skills and value, making sure it doesn’t interfere with my studies or lead to complacency. In a few years, I hope to become a skilled graphic designer.

FREITAG, founded in 1993, was created by Markus and Daniel Freitag, two brothers who were ordinary designers living in Zurich. Their shared passion for cycling deeply influenced their work. The inspiration for their eco-friendly brand stemmed from their experiences cycling through the city. While cycling in the rain, they found it frustrating that water would soak their bags, leading them to create waterproof bags made from discarded PVC tarpaulins and nylon belts.

The uniqueness of FREITAG's products lies in the way they reimagine synthetic fibers, typically seen as pollutants, into eco-friendly materials. By using waste materials to create sustainable, durable, and distinct bags, they reduce environmental impact while offering individuality in every piece. Their approach encourages designers to rethink traditional materials and find creative, eco-conscious solutions. With sustainability becoming a core value for consumers, FREITAG has shown how sustainable practices can become central to a brand's identity and appeal.

FREITAG is also known for significantly reducing waste, contributing to social good. Today, the brand is a global success. However, I believe their concept and business were destined to succeed from the start. With the rise of Y2K and vintage trends, FREITAG's rugged, seemingly worn bags appeal to consumers not only for their design but also for the unique value of being upcycled products, making each bag one of a kind.

FREITAG has greatly inspired me. Their success in creating products through upcycling and their transformation from ordinary designers to successful entrepreneurs has shown me the power of combining personal passions with social engagement. I now aspire to create designs that solve real-world problems and connect with society. Rather than just producing mass-market designs, I want my work to reflect my personal passion and respond to contemporary trends, creating meaningful products that engage with and reflect society.

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[rohit1211]

Graphic Designing Course in Chandigarh

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Though the digital era is in full swing, print media is still relevant. A good course will introduce you to designing for various print mediums such as brochures, flyers, business cards, posters, and billboards.

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When selecting a graphic designing course in Chandigarh, it's important to consider factors such as:

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