Course developed around those looking to enter the world of DTP. This is a general overview and one, which can be customised according to individual need. Contact bloggin@homechoice.co.uk to find out more.
Communicating using graphic design
Page layout
Photo imaging software
Illustrating software
Postscript / EPS files
DTP hazards & design tips
Design terminology
Design balance
Colour
Type
Potential hazards
Layout
Dummy text (Lorem epsum)
Using columns (text boxes and page layout)
Rulers, grids, baseline grids
Bleed, margins
Typography
Terminology
Typefaces
Generic font
Body type
Measuring type, spacing, leading, kerning
Paragraph spacing
Character spacing
Text layout problems
Text meets graphics
Wrapping text
Image file formats
Clipping paths
Alpha masks
Layouts
Business stationery
Newsletters
Brochures
Advertisments
Magazines
Email bloggin@homechoice.co.uk for more info
