Graphic Design Fundamentals
Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign Training
Course Overview
Learn the core skills and fundamentals of visual communication using the latest digital tools. Our hands-on course covers design theory, industry-standard software, project-based learning, client communication, portfolio creation, and insider industry knowledge—everything you need to become a professional designer.
Whether you’re aiming to work in computer graphics, multimedia, or web design, this career-focused training equips you with both practical skills and theoretical knowledge to succeed in a competitive creative world. From developing a strong design process to crafting stunning portfolios that showcase your unique style, Mystic Academy ensures you’re industry-ready.
Leap into a creative career and start designing visuals that impress, influence, and inspire!
Your Learning Journey
Our curriculum is carefully researched, developed, and continuously updated to align with global trends and industry demands. Led by industry-expert instructors, the program delivers over 85% hands-on, practical learning, supported by essential theoretical foundations to ensure you gain real-world skills and job-ready expertise.
Skills you’ll learn
Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator: Create and edit professional visuals.
Layout & Composition: Arrange elements for clarity and impact.
Typography & Color Theory: Convey brand identity and mood effectively.
Bring your websites to life with basic JavaScript interactivity
Branding & Marketing Design: Develop cohesive visual identities.
Course Curriculum
What is Graphic Design
Types of Graphics (Raster vs Vector)y
Design Principles (Balance, Contrast, Hierarchy)
Typography Basics
Color Theory & Color Systems
Design Lifecycle
🎯 Weekly Project:
Typography-based poster design
📌 Basics
Interface & Workspace
Tools Overview
Layers & Layer Management
📌 Image Editing & Adjustment
Hue/Saturation, Vibrance
Black & White Conversion
Levels & Color Correction
Dodge & Burn
📌 Retouching
Spot Healing
Red Eye Removal
Skin Retouching
Spot Healing, Red Eye Removal
Teeth & Eye Enhancement
📌 Selection & Masking
Remove Background
Image Manipulation
Text Behind Object
Image Inside Text
📌 Effects & Design
Gradient, Stroke, Bevel
Drop Shadow & Long Shadow
Blending Modes
Filters (Blur, Motion, Lens Flare)
📌 Advanced
Content Aware Fill
Liquify Tool
Advanced Selection
📌 Projects
Product Color Variations
Background Removal
Poster Design
Social Media Post
Photo Manipulation
Weekly Projects (Each Week):
Week 2: Image correction
Week 3: Retouching
Week 4: Manipulation
Week 5: Ad / Social post
📅 Duration: Week 6–7
📌 Basics
Workspace & Tools
Artboards
📌 Drawing & Design
Shapes & Pen Tool
Logo Design
Icon Design
Illustration (Floral, Animal, Human)
📌 Typography
Text Effects
Custom Typography
📌 Advanced
Patterns & Brushes
3D Effects
Blending
📌 Projects
Logo Design
Social Media Graphics
Poster Design
Weekly Projects:
Week 6: Logo Design
Week 7: Poster / Social Creative
📅 Duration: Week 8
📌 Basics
Interface & Tools
Pages & Layouts
📌 Advanced
Book Layout
Magazine Design
Data Merge
📌 Project
Book Cover Design
Magazine Layout
Data Merge
Weekly Project:
Magazine or book cover
📅 Duration: Week 9 (Part)
Introduction to UI/UX
Exporting assets
Collaboration & Sharing
Prototype
Typography
Shapes & Drawing tools
Frames & Canvas
Wireframing & Prototyping
Basic App/Website Layout
Prompt engineering
Integrated AI tools in software
AI image creation using different AI models like Firefly, Gemini, ChatGPT
Pros & cons of using AI in graphic design
📅 Duration: Week 10
Creating account
Exploring the interface
File creation
Templates
Elements
Typography
Working with images
Working with images
Working with images
Social Media Design
Quick Branding
File Formats (PNG, JPG, PDF)
Print vs Digital Design
Packaging Files
Portfolio Creation
Freelancing Basics
Client Handling
Resource Websites (Free Images, Fonts)
🎯 Full Branding Project
Logo Design
Social Media Posts
Poster Design
Mockup Presentation