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Designed by OPUS mentor Rahul

This book is a comprehensive guide to the world of design, perfect for aspiring designers, students, or anyone with an interest in creative design. It explores the principles and techniques of design using a variety of exercises, from basic to advanced.

Here is a detailed description of what this book offers students:

Foundational Design Skills

The book begins with foundational design skills, emphasizing drawing and sketching. Students will learn the power of lines, shapes and forms, proportions and perspective, visual composition, contrast, texture and the art of observation. For example, students will complete drawing exercises using lines to represent the interconnectedness of global issues such as climate change, social justice, and public health. Students will also practice perspective drawing, such as sketching a cityscape with buildings of various heights and distances.

Graphic Design

This section delves into the world of graphic design, covering typography, colour theory, layout, and composition. Students will learn the principles of design, typography, layout design and designing visual identity. Students will be challenged to complete design exercises such as creating a logo for a sustainable brand.

UI/UX Basics

Here, students can explore the fundamentals of UI/UX design, learning to create intuitive and engaging digital experiences. Chapters in this section include UI/UX basics and design for digital media.

Visual Storytelling for Animation

This section covers the principles of visual storytelling for animation, teaching students how to craft captivating narratives. Students will learn about storytelling and storyboards, character design, visual storytelling, visual narratives, camera angles, dynamic camera angles, animating characters and metamorphosis. Students will complete exercises such as creating a storyboard for a simple everyday activity.

Product Design

In the final section, students will learn how to conceptualize and design functional objects, covering the entire design process from ideation to manufacturing. Students will explore product design, ideation and design, manufacturing materials, the manufacturing process, ergonomics, user centered design and design presentation. This section will challenge students to use their design skills, for example by sketching a coffee mug with a unique handle design.

Throughout the book, students will enhance their skills and put their knowledge into practice by completing a variety of exercises. This book will unveil the secrets of design and help students unleash their creative potential.