facebook
favorite buttonAdd to Wish List
from22.92GBP/ h

Fundamentals of Graphic Design for Beginners in Amsterdam

Do you want to learn Graphic Design in Amsterdam but have NO EXPERIENCE?

I can help you!

With this Design tutoring lessons you will learn the Fundamentals of Graphic Design. We will be covering the fundamentals of IMAGEMAKING, TYPOGRAPHY, SHAPE and COLOR and COMPOSITION. I believe that the best way to learn about graphic design is to work HANDS-ON, learn and practice to develop your design skills.

Fundamentals of Imagemaking
We are going to look at how images function in terms of conveying denotative and connotative messages, I'll show you a range of analog and digital imagemaking techniques and discuss how they work.

Fundamentals of Typography
We are going to look at typographic terminology and the basic rules for creating typography. I'll show you a range of tips and techniques for working with type, in both a functional and expressive manner, and you'll find out about the process involved in making and controlling typography.

Fundamentals of Shape and Color
We are going to look at how designers work with shape and color as their fundamental building blocks. You'll learn about visual contrast, color, rhythm and pattern in design. I'll be showing you the process involved in making an abstract design from shapes, and how to use that element to create a repeating pattern design.

Fundamentals of Composition
We are going to look at how designers work with visual contrasts, cropping, hierarchy and direction in single images and complex compositions. You'll find out how to control and use scale, weight, direction, texture, and space in a composition, and how to compose work that ranges from the complex to the minimal.

Extra information

Bring your own laptop (if you have Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop it is great, however, if not there are alternative softwares for free you can use like Canva, Inkscape...)
Optional: Bring your own art supplies (paint, pencil, watercolor..)

Location

At student's location: Around Amsterdam, Netherlands
Online via webcam
At teacher's location: Carolina MacGillavrylaan 2084, Amsterdam, Netherlands

|
Use ctrl + wheel to zoom!
+

General info

Age:
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Duration:
60 minutes
90 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in:English, Korean, Croatian

About Me

My name is Isaac Kim and I am currently living in Amsterdam while studying at Amsterdam Fashion Institute. I teach with passion and believe that learning should be fun. Due to my diverse background of living in Korea, England, Croatia and now the Netherlands, I can adapt to any situations pretty easily and have a unique perspective, which could be seen in my teaching style. Not only am I tutoring to share my knowledge but also to learn from you!

Education

Amsterdam Fashion Institute - Branding specialisation
Amsterdam School of International Business
Graphic Design ( Typography, Composition, Layout, Creative Collaboration, Color Theory)

Experience / Qualifications

CalArts - Fundamental Graphic Design Certificate, Graphic Design specialisation
Creative Marketing Director for Beltless
Instagram Marketing Assistant/Content Creator - Amsterdam School of International Business

Ask a question

Send a message explaining your needs and Isaac will reply soon:
The more detail, the better.
Ex. "Hi, when are you available to meet for a lesson?"

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00) New York
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
0
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
1
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 1:00
  
2
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 2:00
  
3
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 3:00
  
4
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 4:00
  
5
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 5:00
  
6
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 6:00
  
7
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 7:00
  
8
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 8:00
  
9
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 9:00
  
10
  Monday at 10:00
  Tuesday at 10:00
  Wednesday at 10:00
  Thursday at 10:00
  Friday at 10:00
  Saturday at 10:00
  
11
  Monday at 11:00
  Tuesday at 11:00
  Wednesday at 11:00
  Thursday at 11:00
  Friday at 11:00
  Saturday at 11:00
  
12
  Monday at 12:00
  Tuesday at 12:00
  Wednesday at 12:00
  Thursday at 12:00
  Friday at 12:00
  Saturday at 12:00
  
13
  Monday at 13:00
  Tuesday at 13:00
  Wednesday at 13:00
  Thursday at 13:00
  Friday at 13:00
  Saturday at 13:00
  
14
  Monday at 14:00
  Tuesday at 14:00
  Wednesday at 14:00
  Thursday at 14:00
  Friday at 14:00
  Saturday at 14:00
  
15
  Monday at 15:00
  Tuesday at 15:00
  Wednesday at 15:00
  Thursday at 15:00
  Friday at 15:00
  Saturday at 15:00
  
16
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
17
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
18
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
19
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
20
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
21
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
22
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
23
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
from £22.92At teacher's location
from £22.92Online via webcam
from £25.57At student's home

Good-fit Instructor Guarantee


If you are not satisfied after your first lesson, Apprentus will find you another instructor or will refund your first lesson.

Online reputation

  • Instructor since November 2019
  • Phone number verified
  • Google connected
  • Linkedin connected

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00) New York
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
0
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
1
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 1:00
  
2
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 2:00
  
3
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 3:00
  
4
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 4:00
  
5
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 5:00
  
6
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 6:00
  
7
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 7:00
  
8
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 8:00
  
9
  
  
  
  
  
  Saturday at 9:00
  
10
  Monday at 10:00
  Tuesday at 10:00
  Wednesday at 10:00
  Thursday at 10:00
  Friday at 10:00
  Saturday at 10:00
  
11
  Monday at 11:00
  Tuesday at 11:00
  Wednesday at 11:00
  Thursday at 11:00
  Friday at 11:00
  Saturday at 11:00
  
12
  Monday at 12:00
  Tuesday at 12:00
  Wednesday at 12:00
  Thursday at 12:00
  Friday at 12:00
  Saturday at 12:00
  
13
  Monday at 13:00
  Tuesday at 13:00
  Wednesday at 13:00
  Thursday at 13:00
  Friday at 13:00
  Saturday at 13:00
  
14
  Monday at 14:00
  Tuesday at 14:00
  Wednesday at 14:00
  Thursday at 14:00
  Friday at 14:00
  Saturday at 14:00
  
15
  Monday at 15:00
  Tuesday at 15:00
  Wednesday at 15:00
  Thursday at 15:00
  Friday at 15:00
  Saturday at 15:00
  
16
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
17
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
18
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
19
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
20
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
21
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
22
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
23
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
from £22.92At teacher's location
from £22.92Online via webcam
from £25.57At student's home

Good-fit Instructor Guarantee


If you are not satisfied after your first lesson, Apprentus will find you another instructor or will refund your first lesson.

Share

You are here


Talita
Hand Lettering Class for Beginners and Advanced Students
I am a graphic designer specialized in lettering and illustration. Having more than 5 years in the creative industry and 4 years working as an independent artist. With more than 40 workshop classes around Brazil, gathering more than 400 happy students. In this tutoring you gonna learn how to create your own lettering projects, understand techniques, such as Brush Lettering, Faux Calligraphy and Bounce Lettering and get all the tips you want from me (materials, digital lettering, how to use colors, etc). Here there's the tutoring program, which can be adaptable to your interests: 1. Introduction: Lettering, Calligraphy & Typography - What's the Difference? 2. Introduction II: Letter types - Sans Serif, Serif, Script and Fantasy 3. Brush Lettering 4. Bounce Lettering 5. Faux Calligraphy 6. Hand Lettering This tutoring includes the worksheets to the students and a brush pen.

Michael
Basics in digital drawing and how to apply design into digital media
In our Modern Era technology has become a pillar in our society. Art has adapted to this pillar and many of us don't know where to start. In this class you will learn the Basic in drawing digitally, how to adapt your current drawings skills into digital media. We will also go over color theory , apply design into your digital illustration, and what brushes are best suited to your art style. Also if we have time I'll review your personal work and give feed back on accomplishments with your work and give tips to improve your skills. Hope to see you soon

Elisabeth
How to edit photographs in Adobe Photoshop- Beginner
Photoshop is a useful program that can be intimidating to approach, but it is a very useful tool for everyone, especially photographers. This course teaches how to edit a RAW photograph file in Camera RAW, an extension of Photoshop, and how to edit further in Photoshop using layers.

Isaac
Drawing for beginners of classic or basic drawing.
📢 Learn to Draw Like a Pro! 🎨✏️ Do you want to improve your drawing technique or explore your artistic side? I offer private drawing classes tailored to your level and style. 🔹 Personalized classes: From beginners to advanced 🔹 Various techniques: Pencil, charcoal, watercolor and more 🔹 Flexible hours: We adjust to your availability 🔹 In-person or virtual modality 📍 Location: San José, Costa Rica 📅 Book a class and discover your inner artist.

Kanesha
Design, Paint, Draw: Exploring Essential Art Techniques
Graphic design, painting, and drawing each offer unique ways to bring your creative ideas to life. In this course, you’ll explore a range of graphic design techniques—from working with typography and layout to image manipulation and visual storytelling—to refine your skills and enhance your artwork. You’ll also learn essential painting and drawing techniques, such as blending, layering, and texture-building, as well as composition and color theory to create captivating visuals. Whether you prefer bold digital collages, delicate watercolor washes, or intricate line work, this course will give you the tools to push your artwork further. You’ll discover how to combine traditional and digital methods seamlessly, refine your creative process, and develop a distinct artistic voice that stands out.

Tobia
Indesign for graphic designers, book designers, editorial designers
Indesign Is one of the most used programs to create layout for posters, flyers, zine, magazines, books. In this course you will learn from zero how to set a layout. You will learn basic typography composition skills, page proportions, grids...

Gaëtan
Adobe Photoshop - Understand the interface, learn to use its tools and export parameters
Learn the basics and specialize - Understand the basics of the program and its interface - Learn the tools and their functionalities - Export parameters and file types You create with the assistance of the teacher and learn what you really need in the context of your activity, whether amateur or professional.

Amine
Course for Beginners - Discover the Secrets of Adobe Photoshop
🌟 Course for Beginners - Discover the Secrets of Adobe Photoshop! 🌟 Have you always wanted to master Adobe Photoshop, but the features seem intimidating? Do not worry anymore! I offer courses specially designed for beginners, to guide you step by step into the fascinating world of Photoshop. 🖌️ What you will learn: The essential basics of the Photoshop interface. Image editing tools to improve your photos. Creating simple and impactful designs. 🗓️ Flexible hours: Choose sessions that fit your busy schedule. 🎓 Experienced Trainer: Benefit from the expertise of an experienced trainer who will guide you through each step, allowing you to unleash your creativity.

Paloma
Autocad 2d - Sketchup - lumion - photoshop - illustrator - design coaching mentorship for interior design and architecture
Architect and Onthological Coach | Mentorships for entrepreneurs that are starting I plan the classes and exercises depending on the goal of the student. The programs that I teach are: AutoCAD 2D Sketchup Lumion 11 Photoshop Illustrator Dependiendo de la necesidad del alumno podemos aprender puntualmente alguna herramienta de diseño en particular de las siguentes: - AutoCAD 2d - Sketchup - Lumion 11 - Photoshop - Illustrator O mismo doy clases particulares despejando dudas sobre las materias o cursos de diseño que estén realizando.

Gaëlle
Programming and robotics for children in English, French, or Spanish
In this class, children will learn the fundamentals of programming and computer science in a fun and engaging way, and discover how soft and hard skills can be used in their personal and professional lives. Through interactive lessons and hands-on projects, children will explore the world of code and create their own digital creations. Throughout the course: They will learn the basic concepts and terms of programming They will experiment with different programming languages and platforms They will create simple programs and applications using code They will collaborate with their classmates and share their creations. They will develop problem-solving skills, logical thinking, and other valuable skills that will be useful in any field. By the end of the class, you'll have the knowledge and confidence to continue exploring the exciting world of programming and computer science, and you'll understand how code can be a powerful tool for achieving success in any field. You'll be able to choose any future career you want or even start your own company. Contact me

Ahmd
Engineering Drawing (graphics) (Mechanical Drawing - AutoCAD - Inventor - SolidWorks)
Engineering drawings are used to communicate design ideas and technical information to engineers and other professionals throughout the design process. An engineering drawing represents a complex three-dimensional object on a two-dimensional piece of paper or computer screen by a process called projection.

Leo
Photogrammetry (3D scanning) for amateurs, hobbyists and professionals
In this course, you will learn how to scan any object using Reality Capture software. This efficient and powerful software was first used for the preservation of archaeological objects and historical monuments, but is now used for video games, VFX and virtual reality, as it offers tools and results of a impressive quality, all in an easy-to-use interface. In this course, you will be able to learn: -How does photogrammetry work? -How to take suitable photos -How to prepare these photos for their use in the software -How to use these photos to reconstruct an object in 3D and apply a realistic texture to it -How to optimize scans for custom use (games, movies, etc.) Gradually, we will solidify these skills to learn how to build a library of highly realistic objects based on high resolution scans. It is also possible to present your projects to me and to obtain personalized help on them.

Yassine
Graphic Design with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop (Beginner to Pro)
Dive into the fundamentals of graphic design in this comprehensive course that covers everything from mastering essential tools to refining your creative mindset. Students will gain hands-on experience with the Adobe Creative Suite, focusing on Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for creating professional-quality visuals. Lessons will explore branding and identity design, teaching students how to build cohesive brand systems that stand out. Additionally, we’ll explore how to approach design with a "pro mindset"—from concept to execution—and touch on user experience (UX) principles to ensure designs are both visually engaging and user-friendly. Perfect for aspiring designers looking to elevate their skills and think strategically in any creative field.

Sabina
Get creative with Adobe Illustrator – learn online & offline, with or without your own project!
From idea to graphic – Learn Adobe Illustrator practically (with or without your own project) In this individually tailored course, you'll learn Adobe Illustrator step by step—practical, understandable, and immediately applicable. Whether you bring your own projects or prefer to work with predefined exercises, the course adapts to your needs. You'll design your graphics under professional guidance – from the initial sketch to the print-ready file. We'll guide you through all the relevant functions and tools of Illustrator, with the goal of implementing your creative ideas confidently and with flawless technical results. What's waiting for you: Individual project work: Work on your own designs – with tailored support. Structured learning structure: Step-by-step instructions through all important tools and techniques. Practical relevance: Design of real graphics, logos, illustrations or print products. Print preparation: You will learn how to professionally prepare your file for a printing company (including trimming, color mode, file format, etc.). Flexible format: online or on-site – you decide how you want to learn. Suitable for: For beginners with basic knowledge to advanced users who want to use Illustrator specifically for their own projects – e.g., for freelancers, creative professionals, designers, or anyone who wants to finally realize their creative ideas.

Dimitri
Master Canva – Create Professional Designs & Videos Without Technical Skills
Want to create impactful visuals and professional videos without using complex software? This comprehensive Canva course is for you! 🔹 Course objective: To teach you how to easily design dynamic visuals and videos for your personal, professional, or school projects, using the Canva tool, accessible to all. ✅ What you will learn: Graphic design: - Getting started with the Canva interface (free or Pro version) - Creation of visuals: social media publications, flyers, logos, CVs, posters, presentations, etc. - Mastery of models, typography, colors, effects, layers and backgrounds - Design of brand kits for consistent communication - Layout tips for a professional look Video editing on Canva: - Create videos from templates or from scratch - Adding and editing video clips, images, animations and effects - Integration of music, voice-over and subtitles - Using the timeline, cutting, transitions and rhythm - High quality export for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, etc. 🧑‍🎓 This course is ideal for: - Content creators, community managers, self-employed - Students, teachers, trainers - Freelancers and small businesses - Anyone who wants to easily produce quality visual and video content 🛠️ Methodology: Interactive and 100% practical training. Each participant creates their own visuals and videos from the very first sessions. The program can be adapted to your goals. 📍 Format: Online or in person (to be agreed) ⏱️ Duration: Flexible according to your needs (beginner or advanced) 💬 Language: French 🚀 Create your own visuals and videos with Canva – no complicated software, no hassle. Join this course and develop your creative superpowers!