•  Learn the basic principles of editorial design  In this online course, graphic and editorial designer David Kimura teaches you the art of composing texts correctly, paying special attention to formatting.  Learn the fundamentals of typographic composition, from the space between characters to text justification. David also explains how to format line spacing and paragraph styles, along with some tricks of the trade to solve common problems when designing texts.

•  Explore music as a tool for storytelling by conceptualizing, developing, and producing a score for the big screen  Composing for films is a process that reveals the power of music. It evokes feelings that words and images alone cannot, and helps to bring a story to life. Musician and composer Simon Smith specializes in composing for film and television. His music can be heard in cinemas as well as on platforms like Netflix and Amazon.  In this course, Simon takes you through the process of conceptualizing, developing, and producing your own score for a film. Extend your music-making beyond just instruments and learn to tell compelling stories through sound.

• Dive into the professional video editing software by learning the essential tools of the powerful, timeline-based program. Throughout this 6-course Domestika Basics, explore the ins and outs of the interface and learn how to use its key features.

•  Capture the essence of a space through humanized drawing and create an architectural plan by hand  Where can you draw the line between art and architecture? This is the question that urban architect Marcelo Marttins tries to answer with each of his projects by capturing the essence of a space and expressing it through illustration. For Marcelo, drawing has the power to transform his hand into the ultimate tool for graphic illustration.  In this course, learn how to create architectural illustrations entirely by hand. Marcelo shows you how to humanize a space by adding a touch of personality to your architectural project to give it a unique look. 

https://www.domestika.org/en/courses/4180-bring-humour-to-your-3d-animations-in-blender

21 lessons (2h 49m) | 20 additional resources (2 files)

• Learn the basic tools in Blender and 3D animation to create hilarious and memorable characters.
• Embark on a creative journey with Leanne Rule, an illustrator and animator with an impressive portfolio that includes brands like Nike, The New Yorker, and Buzzfeed. In this online course, Leanne shares her unique approach to creating playful and humorous animations that capture everyday moments in a wonky virtual universe.
• With Leanne as your guide, you'll learn how to design and bring to life 3D characters using Blender. Dive into the fundamentals of shape, movement, and storytelling to create engaging gags and sketches.
• Discover the art of character modeling, texturing, and rigging, and master the techniques of background design, lighting, and camera setup to bring your animations to life. Throughout the lessons, Leanne will provide step-by-step instructions and share her insights into the creative process.

• Learn the techniques to present information in a simple and compelling way through visuals and infographics  To better present your ideas and projects, it’s essential to know how our minds perceive information. Only by understanding this can we develop solutions to decode complex information in simple and beautiful ways. Katya Kovalenko specializes in creating graphic visualizations that help companies articulate what their product is about.  In this course, you'll learn basic design and hierarchy principles for creating graphs, charts, diagrams, and other visual tools to help you visualize an idea or a concept.  This is Katya’s second course on Domestika, after Principles of Presentation Design, in which she teaches how to design beautiful and effective presentations from scratch.

•  Learn to create stunning portraits by recreating every detail from a photograph  Every face has hundreds, or even thousands, of tiny details that make it unique. Join artist and face expert Maxi Bagnasco and learn how to capture every one of those details and replicate them in your work to create a highly realistic portrait that conveys that person’s essence.  In this course, learn how to create realistic portraits by experimenting with chalk pastels and discovering colors, tones, and shades that bring your art to life. With a photograph as your reference, recreate every facial feature, replicate skin tones, and create volume by playing with light and shadow.

• ombine creative branding and strategic thinking to design singular interior spaces  Great design is the product of solving real problems with original creative ideas. Matteo Ferrari and Andrea Caruso, two of the partners at Ciszak Dalmas Ferrari Studio, rely on strategic design thinking and a range of inspiration to create singular spaces that are both practical and eye-catching. No matter where you find inspiration, learn to channel it into a design project that has a positive impact and generates instant brand recognition.

•  Discover all the tools that Procreate offers to create professional and strong lettering pieces  Procreate gives you the power to create professional art as quickly and naturally as if you were drawing on paper by allowing you to design digital letters with the stroke of your pen. That's why it's the number one app for Ana Moreno, designer and lettering artist who has worked with brands like Delirio, Pandora, and Universal Music for Jessie J.  In this course, learn how to create calligraphy and lettering pieces from start to finish using Procreate. Discover how to use the tools and features of this app to design letters with full-bodied personality and get the most out of your iPad.