Typographic Branding: Create Memorable Logos from Scratch
A course by Carlos Mignot , Graphics and Typography Designer
Learn to develop a soulful visual identity by combining branding and typography techniques
Learn to develop a soulful visual identity by combining branding and typography techniques
Letters themselves have the ability to transport the viewer, perhaps to a memory, a sensation, or a strong emotion, before having even understood the message behind them. Graphic designer Carlos Mignot specializes in translating concepts and sensations visually through customized typefaces.
In this course, learn to develop a typographic identity for a brand. Carlos guides you through how to choose a color palette and put your ideas into letters to create inspiring logos using Adobe Illustrator. By the end of the course, you'll have the visual branding resources to present impactful ideas to the client quickly and efficiently.
What will you learn in this online course?
12 lessons & 15 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (338)
- 7,594 students
- 12 lessons (2h 7m)
- 15 additional resources (3 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Portuguese
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- Level: Beginner
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Recommended software for this course
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
Create a typographic brand identity by designing a logo from scratch considering the color scheme, typefaces and fonts, and brand applications.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Designers, art directors, students, and anyone interested in improving their branding skills and developing visual identities.
Requirements and materials
Basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator is necessary for this course.
In terms of materials, you need a computer with access to the software, as well as a pencil, pen, and some paper.
Reviews
A course by Carlos Mignot
Carlos Mignot is a Brazilian graphic and typography designer who specializes in creating custom lettering for brands. He studied at the Miami Ad School Rio, where he learned alongside renowned industry professionals and fostered his passion for typography and lettering.
He currently works at Plau design studio as a branding and typography project coordinator helping different brands find their own personal typography style. He has released his own fonts and worked with brands like Granado, Canal Brasil, NotCo, Stone, and more.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Branding Meets Typography
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What Are Soulful Brands?
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Understanding the Letters
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The Power of Typography
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Basic Brand Strategy
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U3
Bringing the Brand to Life with Soul
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Sketching Typographic Ideas
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Refining the Draft
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Logo Vectorization
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Typographic Pairing
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U4
Assembling a Branding Toolkit
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Toolkit Assembly
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Presentation to the Customer
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FP
Final project
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Typographic Branding: Create Memorable Logos from Scratch
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strutyournastystuff
excelente curso con muchos detalles e inspiración.
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renanpinheiro23
PlusExcelente didática! Amei esse curso, eu que já amava tipografia saí ainda mais encantado com todas as possibilidades.
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artenofio_
Excelente didática! Amei esse curso, eu que já amava tipografia saí ainda mais encantada com todas as possibilidades, a partir de afinamentos, técnicas e um olhar mais apurado. Sensacional!
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Excellent course, super easy and difficult to understand.
beatrizbelo
Ótimo curso!
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