To Try in Class
CPD: Dual Coding (by Oliver Caviglioli), topic 1.5.2
Documents
Now that you know more about how good documents are made. Here are a few things to try (or not!) in class.
Do
- Start using a grid.
- Analyse the widths of your columns.
- Consider the tone of your chosen typefaces.
- Use restraint in your designs.
Don't
- Use too many different typefaces.
- Use too many colours.
- Make your columns too short or too long.
- Spread your white space evenly. Concentrate on one area.
Try
- Study newspapers and magazines. Copy what you like.
- Explore PowerPoint with its guidelines for a grid.
- Find a new, cheap layout app.
- Add hand-drawn images to contrast with the digital page.
Test yourself on To Try in Class
What should you do when creating documents?
What should you do when creating documents?
What should you do when creating documents?