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

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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.

Fall 2023 Schedule

September 25 - December 11

This section has no set meeting times.

Enrollment Closed

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Instructor: Patrick Hruby

394121

Fee:

$829.00

Online

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Notes

No meeting on November 20.

Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after October 01, 2023

September 27 - December 13

Wednesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT

Available

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Instructor: Jag - Jeffrey Aguila

394098

Fee:

$829.00

In-Person

Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood

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Still accepting enrollments

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Notes

Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

No meeting on November 22

Refund Deadline

No refunds after October 04, 2023

Schedule

Type

Date

Time

Location

Discussion

Wed Sep 27, 2023

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Discussion

Wed Oct 4, 2023

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Discussion

Wed Oct 11, 2023

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Discussion

Wed Oct 18, 2023

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Discussion

Wed Oct 25, 2023

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Discussion

Wed Nov 1, 2023

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Discussion

Wed Nov 8, 2023

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Discussion

Wed Nov 15, 2023

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Discussion

Wed Nov 22, 2023

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Discussion

Wed Nov 29, 2023

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Discussion

Wed Dec 6, 2023

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Discussion

Wed Dec 13, 2023

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Winter 2024 Schedule

January 10 - March 20

This section has no set meeting times.

Future Offering (Opens November 06, 2023 12:00:00 AM)

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395099

Fee:

$829.00

Online

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Notes

Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after January 14, 2024

January 9 - March 19

Tuesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT

Future Offering (Opens November 06, 2023 12:00:00 AM)

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Instructor: Grace Magnus

395100

Fee:

$829.00

In-Person

Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood

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Notes

Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after January 16, 2024

Schedule

Type

Date

Time

Location

Discussion

Tue Jan 9, 2024

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112

Discussion

Tue Jan 16, 2024

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112

Discussion

Tue Jan 23, 2024

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112

Discussion

Tue Jan 30, 2024

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112

Discussion

Tue Feb 6, 2024

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112

Discussion

Tue Feb 13, 2024

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112

Discussion

Tue Feb 20, 2024

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112

Discussion

Tue Feb 27, 2024

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112

Discussion

Tue Mar 5, 2024

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112

Discussion

Tue Mar 12, 2024

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112

Discussion

Tue Mar 19, 2024

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112

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