Guided course: Create a personalized logo from scratch
A guided course by Monotypo Studio , Graphic designer
Learn logos design by typographies, sketching, digitalization, vectorization and professional application
In this guided course you will learn to create a unique logo through the customization of an existing typography. The project is structured in practical stages, from the conceptualization and search for references, to the digitalization, vectorization and final application of visual identity in different supports. Through a completely practical approach, you will develop your own logo step by step, learning the key sketch processes, optical adjustments, color selection and preparation for printing and real applications.
What will you learn in this online course?
11 lessons & 12 downloads
- 46 students
- 11 lessons (1h 23m)
- 12 additional resources (5 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, German, English, French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software & tools for this course
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
The course project involves creating a unique logo by customizing an existing typeface. Students conceptualize, research references, select typography, sketch ideas, digitize, make optical adjustments, apply color, and adapt the design to different media.
Who is this online course for?
Graphic designers, illustrators, creative and branding enthusiasts who want to learn to customize typefaces to create unique logos, improve their portfolio and explore new practical techniques of conceptualization, digitalization and visual application.
Requirements and materials
Extensive previous experience is required, although it is useful to have basic design notions, access to a computer with vector editing software such as Adobe Illustrator, paper, pencil and desire to explore creative techniques with typography.
Monotypo Studio
A guided course by Monotypo Studio
Daniel Barba López is a graphic designer by profession, specializing in corporate identity design and branding. He graduated from the University of Guadalajara, Mexico, and furthered his studies in the Facultad de Estudios Superiores Acatlán UNAM, Mexico.
As the director of Monotypo Studio, he leads a dedicated team that offers graphic solutions and creates integral communication resources for brands, bringing both vision and personality to the brands they work with. This can range from adding small details to a logo to proposing distinctive finishes for print, packaging, and other branded applications.
He has over 8 years of experience in working with brands and companies from around the world, such as VANS and Sony Music, and has worked on projects in the United States, Canada, France, the United Kingdom, and Saudi Arabia.
Content
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Guided course: Create a personalized logo from scratch
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Podcast: The beautiful error: accidents that created typographic trends
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Commissioning and conceptualization of the project
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Documentation
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Type selection
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Analog process
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Digitization and vectorization 1
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Vectorization Process 2
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Optical adjustments
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Selection and application of color
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Auxiliary Elements
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Application on different supports
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Final project
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn at your own pace
Enjoy learning from home without a set schedule and with an easy-to-follow method. You set your own pace.
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Learn from the best professionals
Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.
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Certificates
PlusIf you're a Plus member, get a custom certificate signed by your teacher for every course. Share it on your portfolio, social media, or wherever you like.
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Get front-row seats
Videos of the highest quality, so you don't miss a single detail. With unlimited access, you can watch them as many times as you need to perfect your technique.
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Share knowledge and ideas
Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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Connect with a global creative community
The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.
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Watch professionally produced courses
Domestika curates its teacher roster and produces every course in-house to ensure a high-quality online learning experience.
FAQs
What are Domestika's online courses?
Domestika courses are online classes that allow you to learn new skills and create incredible projects. All our courses include the opportunity to share your work with other students and/or teachers, creating an active learning community. We offer different formats:
Original Courses: Complete classes that combine videos, texts, and educational materials to complete a specific project from start to finish.
Basics Courses: Specialized training where you master specific software tools step by step.
Specialization Courses: Learning paths with various expert teachers on the same topic, perfect for becoming a specialist by learning from different approaches.
Guided Courses: Practical experiences ideal for directly acquiring specific skills.
Intensive Courses (Deep Dives): New creative processes based on artificial intelligence tools in an accessible format for in-depth and dynamic understanding.
When do the guided courses start and when do they finish?
All guided courses are 100% online, so once they're published, guided courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
What do Domestika's guided courses include?
The guided courses are divided into different modules. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with other students, as well as share your work and your final project, creating a community around the guided courses.
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