Graphic Design · Advanced level

Advanced level · Module 2 of 6 · 22 guided hours

Advanced Illustration and Image Making

Create sophisticated illustrations, image manipulation and information graphics.

Learning objectives

  • Create complex vector illustrations
  • Produce advanced photo manipulation responsibly
  • Design clear infographics
  • Create illustration for campaigns

Topics

  • complex vector techniques
  • gradients and texture
  • advanced compositing
  • infographics
  • data accuracy
  • campaign illustration

Lessons

  1. Lesson 1 Complex Vector Illustration

    Build detailed vector artwork efficiently.

    gradients and blendstexturelayers and groupssymbols and reuse

  2. Lesson 2 Advanced Image Manipulation

    Create striking images while keeping trust.

    advanced maskinglighting and perspectiveconceptual imagerydisclosure

  3. Lesson 3 Infographics and Information Design

    Turn data and processes into clear visuals.

    data accuracychart choicevisual hierarchysources

  4. Lesson 4 Illustration for Campaigns

    Use illustration to communicate with specific audiences.

    audience testingmessage claritycultural relevancelow-literacy communication

Practical activity

Create a campaign illustration, an advanced composite and an infographic from provided data.

Expected outcomes

  • Distinctive image making
  • Accurate information design

Assessment

Portfolio pieces reviewed for craft, accuracy and ethics.

Taught live by an instructor — online or in person. Free course lessons are for self-study and do not lead to a certificate — see registration options.