Manuals / Graphic Design / Ch 13

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13. Timeline, tools & weekly rhythm

Graphic Design · 52 pages source format

Reference chapter: week map, tool stack, daily habits. Return when overwhelmed.

What you'll learn

  • 8-week map
  • Tool list
  • Critique vocabulary

Week-by-week

  • Week 1 — Hierarchy & contrast
  • Week 2 — Typography
  • Week 3 — Color + Checkpoint A
  • Week 4 — Grid & spacing
  • Week 5 — Brand identity
  • Week 6 — Brand kit
  • Week 7 — Campaign
  • Week 8 — Portfolio + Checkpoint B
Clear?

Critique vocabulary

  • Hierarchy — what reads first?
  • Contrast — enough separation?
  • Alignment — edges line up?
  • Rhythm — spacing consistent?
  • Restraint — what can we remove?
Clear?

Checklist