The Practical Guide To Design Theory - Lindsay Marsh

The Practical Guide to Design Theory - Lindsay Marsh







I wanted to create one single source for budding graphic designers who wanted to really understand a wide range of graphic design theory aspects.





That is where the practical guide to design theory was born. This guide is a fun a visual experience mixed with real world examples, charts and graphics. I wanted to make this an easy read that is packed full of relevant design theory information without being too ambitious or overwhelming.



WE talk about four major foundations of design theory including:



Gestalt Theory

Gestalt Examples

NEW! The History of Graphic Design Styles

NEW! Important Moments in History in Modern Graphic Design

Typography Introduction

The History of Typography

Anatomy of Typography

Font Pairing

Psychology of Typography

Color Theory Introduction

Color Wheel Basics

Color Harmony

Color Palettes

Psychology of Color

Color Accessibility

Color Spaces

Using Photos in Design

Composition & Layout

Different Layout Types

Introduction to Grids

The Golden Ratio

Using Grids



This guide is great if you are an aspiring or budding designer who wants to have that one single place to review all the important aspects of design theory. I want this guide to help assist you in using the core design theory elements to create stronger designs that are both effective and professional.