Design Fundamentals

DESMA X 479.6A

A hands-on introduction to the creative process and core elements of successful graphic design.

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Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
In-Person
Online
Starting at $829.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • Gain the fundamental knowledge and strategy to solve any visual design problem
  • Create impactful, clear compositions with intention and understanding of the major design principles
  • Understand targeted research, design thinking, and knowledge of the principles and components of graphic design
  • Use the industry-standard method and language for discussing, analyzing, and critiquing compositions

About this course:

This is a hands-on introduction to the creative process and core elements of graphic design for a variety of outputs, including print and electronic media. Topics include research, typography, imagery, strategy and concept development. Projects are progressive and critiqued.

Spring 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Available
See Details
Instructor: Kyle Valentic
397045
Fee:
$829.00
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ENROLL BY: Apr 2, 2024
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Notes

Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 08, 2024
-
Tuesday 3:00PM - 6:00PM PT
Available
See Details
Instructor: Grace Magnus
397017
Fee:
$829.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
ENROLL BY: Apr 2, 2024
See Details
Notes

Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 09, 2024
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Tue Apr 2, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112
Discussion
Tue Apr 9, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112
Discussion
Tue Apr 16, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112
Discussion
Tue Apr 23, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112
Discussion
Tue Apr 30, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112
Discussion
Tue May 7, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112
Discussion
Tue May 14, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112
Discussion
Tue May 21, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112
Discussion
Tue May 28, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112
Discussion
Tue Jun 4, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112
Discussion
Tue Jun 11, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112

Summer 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens April 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Kyle Valentic
398284
Fee:
$875.00
Onlineformat icon
Notes

Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 01, 2024
-
Tuesday 3:00PM - 6:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens April 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Grace Magnus
398032
Fee:
$875.00
In-Personformat icon
Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
Notes

Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 02, 2024
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Tue Jun 25, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Jul 2, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Jul 9, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Jul 16, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Jul 23, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Jul 30, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Aug 6, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Aug 13, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Aug 20, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Aug 27, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Sep 3, 2024
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

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