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University of Colorado Boulder

Graphic Elements of Design: Color Theory and Image Formats

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.

Status: Logo Design
Status: Graphics Software
BeginnerCourse12 hours

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HG

Reviewed May 12, 2020

This course gave an amazing insights for the fundamentals of graphic design. Enjoyed learning.

BA

Reviewed Dec 7, 2020

This was my very first course i take from Courserait was great and contain a lot of great ideas and informations

MT

Reviewed 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

AR

Reviewed Nov 30, 2020

I like how the color theory and image formats were discussed in this course. It is great for beginners, and as a refresher on these topics.

TP

Reviewed Feb 17, 2020

I have always enjoyed exploring how colours work together to invoke different reactions. I am now using the colour wheel in everything I do.

PB

Reviewed Dec 13, 2020

I learned very basic concepts in a clear manner. Now I have a good knowledge of using color for graphic designs.

HS

Reviewed Sep 9, 2020

I really like the instructor. Her way of teaching is absolutely remarkable. The course was also really helpful.

SS

Reviewed Jul 27, 2020

i like the ease of the course and the way mentor presented everything in the videos she is just amazing, i got to know some very important terms.

JP

Reviewed Mar 28, 2022

i​t was OK. Was hoping to be more creative in the course and gain inspiration but it covers the basics in theory.

SL

Reviewed Apr 21, 2022

It's good. I learned a lot from this course, and I would like to thank Dr. Lori Poole for this.

NH

Reviewed Oct 12, 2019

I really loved how the theory was simply explained, this is a really great reinforcement course.

SA

Reviewed Feb 7, 2021

I love how each subject are presented in a very simplified manner and how each course in this specialization complements one another. Miss Lori Poole is a great teacher, we're so lucky to have her.

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