InDesign CS5, CS6, CC level 1 beginner class

Course Description:

This class is focused on those needing to compose vector and raster elements for print, web and video.

Learning Objectives:

This course will get you started with the basic concepts of InDesign, but give you a path to continue your mastery of the application. This is a great primer for those seeking their Adobe certification.

After taking this class you will be able to:

• Create Basic Shapes
• Create custom color swatches
• Import and apply Pantone colors
• Create Custom Patterns
• Use the new Width and Shape Builder tools
• Draw with the Pen Tool
• Transform Objects
• Work with Type
• Work with Layers

Target Audience:

This is a great introduction to one of the most used drawing tools on the market. InDesigns, fine artists, graphic designers, print professionals, web designers and video editors will all be able to take advantage of the power behind Adobe InDesign.

InDesign CS5, CS6, CC level 1 beginner class

Course Outline:

1. Getting started

• Topic A: The InDesign environment
• Topic B: Navigation
• Topic C: Adobe Help

2. Creating a simple illustration

• Topic A: Creating a document
• Topic B: Creating basic shapes
• Topic C: Manipulating shapes
• Topic D: Exporting an illustration

3. Applying basic color

• Topic A: Applying color
• Topic B: Stroke options
• Topic C: The Eyedropper tool

4. Drawing paths

• Topic A: Raster images
• Topic B: Basic drawing
• Topic C: Selecting and editing paths

5. Working with text

• Topic A: Adding text
• Topic B: Altering text

6. Using Layers

• Topic A: Creating Layers
• Topic B: Manipulating Layers

7. Working with fills and color

• Topic A: Swatch libraries
• Topic B: Gradients
• Topic C: Transparency

8. Adjusting typography

• Topic A: Flowing type
• Topic B: Formatting text
• Topic C: Editing text

Our outlines are a guide to the content covered on a typical course. We may change or alter the course topics to meet the objectives of a particular course.

InDesign CS5, CS6, CC level 2 advanced class

Course Description:

This course, Advanced Adobe InDesign, will help you customize your work environment and increase your illustration productivity with great tips and tricks. Projects include advanced selection techniques, perspective grids, using the gradient mesh tool, advanced brush techniques, graphs and patterns. We also recommend this course for those planning to obtain the Adobe Certified Expert status.

Prerequisites for this InDesign Advanced Training Course

We highly recommend attending the Adobe InDesign beginner level class before taking this class. If you have significant experience with InDesign including good skills with the pen tool, previous attendance is not required. We also recommend that you have the Adobe InDesign software before starting the class. You can purchase the software or obtain a trial version of it from the Adobe website.

What You Will Learn in This InDesign Advanced Training Course

• Concepts and Ideas
• Analog Tools
• Refine your Drawings
• Clockwork Method
• Shape-Building Method
• Colors and File Naming
• BetterHandels Plug -in

InDesign CS5, CS6, CC level 2 advanced class

Course Outline

1. Manipulating paths

• Topic A: Path commands
• Topic B: Masks

2. Enhancing fills and strokes

• Topic A: Multiple fills and strokes
• Topic B: Colours
• Topic C: Patterns
• Topic D: Brushes
• Topic E: Symbols

3. Transforming shapes

• Topic A: Using transformation tools
• Topic B: Using envelopes
• Topic C: Liquifying shapes
• Topic D: Applying 3D effects

4. Effects and graphic styles

• Topic A: Effects
• Topic B: Graphic styles
• Topic C: Perspective drawing

5. Converting raster images to vector art

• Topic A: Tracing raster images
• Topic B: Using Live Paint

6. Printing illustrations

• Topic A: Colour management
• Topic B: Print specifications
• Topic C: Colour separations

7. Web files and graphs