IUPUI

Page Design & Layout Basics

This workshop introduces basic page design theory. It is not a "hands-on" experience; there will be no interaction with computers. The workshop is designed to provide basic instruction on how plan a publication's layout.

Participants will:

Learn how readers perceive and view elements of text, graphics, and "white space"

Explore how to best convey the purpose through placement choices

Learn about the anatomy of typography and usability

Learn how to examine and troubleshoot type, graphics, and visual elements

Learn to plan color in a document

Gain a basic understanding of publication terminology

The following workshops are suggested prerequisites to this workshop:

Windows: Basic Computing Skills

Participants should already be able to:

Use a mouse

Use Windows command menus

Save and organize files