Creating Special Effects with InDesign

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01 - Introduction

01 - Good graphic design has impact.mp4

00:38

02 - 1. Getting Started with Effects

01 - Using the Effects panel and dialog box.mp4

04:33

02 - Getting creative with blending modes.mp4

04:40

03 - Outputting effects to print.mp4

03:54

04 - Understanding global light.mp4

03:50

05 - Understanding Knockout Group and Isolate Blending.mp4

02:37

03 - 2. Shadow Effects

01 - Working with drop shadows.mp4

03:47

02 - Simulating volume with inner shadows.mp4

01:22

03 - Making cast shadows.mp4

03:31

04 - Blurring objects.mp4

04:19

04 - 3. Bevel and Emboss Effects

01 - Working with Bevel and Emboss.mp4

04:48

02 - Making translucent effects.mp4

03:39

05 - 4. Frame Effects

01 - Unlocking the power of masking.mp4

03:24

02 - Making stickers and cutout paper effects.mp4

03:22

03 - Creating custom corner effects.mp4

04:09

04 - Applying multiple strokes to objects.mp4

02:20

06 - 5. Gradient Effects

01 - Creating chrome effects.mp4

03:51

02 - Making objects shine.mp4

03:21

03 - Adding reflections with Gradient Feather.mp4

04:07

07 - 6. Text Effects

01 - Putting images in live text.mp4

02:54

02 - Making speech bubbles.mp4

02:30

03 - Setting vertical text.mp4

01:55

04 - Setting type on a curve.mp4

02:46

08 - Conclusion

01 - Next steps.mp4

00:47

Description

Are you looking to take your graphic design skills to the next level? Knowing how to create stunning effects InDesign can definitely help. In this course, instructor and InDesign expert Mike Rankin curates a fast-paced joyride full of user tips to help you become a more creative designer using InDesign special effects.

Get started with the basics of the Effects panel, the wide variety of blending modes, and outputting effects to print. Mike takes a deep dive into shadow effects including how to use drop shadows, simulate volume, create cast shadows, and blur objects to your desired level of focus. Along the way, find out how to leverage bevel, emboss, and frame effects as well as gradient and text effects for extra shine. Upon completing this course, you’ll be able to wield a new set of techniques for adding reflections, putting images in live text, making speech bubbles, and typesetting on a curve.

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