Aspirational Graphic Design: Create a Better Future

Begin by getting to know Nathan. Find out how his childhood and early professional experiences inspired his career as a designer and hear about the artists who have influenced his work.

Learn about what it means to be a designer and the responsibilities that come with the title. Nathan discusses how to work towards ‘a better tomorrow’ and encourages you to think about your approach to positive change— from the impact your art can have to the materials you use. Explore the important role personal projects play in enriching your future work and the world around you.

Nathan guides you step-by-step through his creative process when designing a poster. First, practice analyzing a brief by defining a creative problem, generating ideas, and later turning them into a reality. Come up with three design concepts before deciding on your favorite. Refine and craft your chosen concept using typography, color, and more.

Bring your project to life by taking into consideration the world around you and how your work fits into it. Where do you want your work to be placed? How do you want people to interact with it? Nathan shares how to give your poster an impactful online presence. To finish the course, he talks through looking beyond your poster for other creative opportunities and projects it might inspire.