Intermediate level · Module 1 of 6 · 15 guided hours
Layout Systems and Composition
Build structured multi-page layouts and stronger compositions.
Learning objectives
- Design with column and modular grids
- Lay out multi-page documents consistently
- Apply advanced composition techniques
Topics
- column and modular grids
- baseline grids
- master pages and styles
- multi-page flow
- focal points and visual paths
- cropping and scale
Lessons
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Lesson 1 Grid Systems
Use grids to organise complex content.
column gridmodular gridgutters and marginsbaseline grid
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Lesson 2 Multi-Page Documents
Keep long documents consistent and easy to navigate.
master pagesparagraph and character stylespage numberingflow and pacing
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Lesson 3 Advanced Composition
Create focus and movement in images and layouts.
rule of thirdsleading linesscale contrastcropping
Practical activity
Design an eight-page brochure with master pages, paragraph styles and a modular grid.
Expected outcomes
- Consistent multi-page documents
- Stronger visual composition
Assessment
Brochure reviewed for grid use, consistency and composition.
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.