Illustrating Memorable Theater Posters
A course by David Plunkert , Graphic Designer and Illustrator
Illustrate stunning Theater Posters! Learn to solve design problems, craft captivating visuals, and choose the perfect typography.
Illustrate stunning Theater Posters! Learn to solve design problems, craft captivating visuals, and choose the perfect typography.
Dive into the captivating world of theater poster creation with David Plunkert, a renowned graphic designer and illustrator.
Plunkert will share with you the secrets behind conceptual problem-solving techniques and their direct application to theater posters. You'll learn to illustrate posters that generate immediate reactions using simple tools like pens, pencils, ink, and collage.
You'll also discover the power of humor, wit, and conceptualization in poster design.
Throughout the course, you'll learn about the intricacies of generating ideas, composing designs, exploring different mediums, and utilizing software like Adobe Photoshop and InDesign.
What will you learn in this online course?
10 lessons & 26 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (18)
- 1,686 students
- 10 lessons (37m)
- 26 additional resources (7 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, Spanish
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
You will create your own poster for a play using a combination of traditional and digital tools. The project involves ideating, sketching, exploring media, and finally using Photoshop and InDesign to produce a poster for a play that encapsulates the essence of the play.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
For graphic designers, illustrators and anyone passionate about visual storytelling. It is ideal for those who want to explore the world of theater poster design, learn from an industry expert and improve their design skills.
Requirements and materials
Solid knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and InDesign is required. Having a basic command of graphic design and illustration will also greatly enrich your learning experience.
You'll need materials like pens, pencils, ink, collage supplies, and a creative mindset ready to explore the world of theater poster design.
Reviews
A course by David Plunkert
David Plunkert is a experienced and acclaimed graphic designer and illustrator with a career spanning over three decades.
As the co-founder of Spur Design in Baltimore, he is renowned for his skill in creating captivating posters that blend wit, humor, and concept to leave a lasting impression.
His portfolio boasts an impressive array of achievements, including designing over 75 posters for the Baltimore Theatre Project and working with distinguished clients such as They Might Be Giants, Patton Oswalt, and The Criterion Collection.
Plunkert's art transcends conventional boundaries, with his work featured in international exhibitions and prestigious museums like the Library of Congress, the Cooper Hewitt National Design Museum, and Poster House NY.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
First Steps
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Presentation of the Materials
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Reading the Text to Generate Ideas and Thumbnail Sketches
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Composing the Initial Poster Design
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U3
Poster Production: Making the Artwork
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Creating Poster Art Elements with Pencils, Pens, or China Markers
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Creating Poster Art Elements with Brushes and Ink
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Creating Poster Art Elements with Collage
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U4
Completing the Poster
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Putting the Elements of the Poster Art Together in Adobe Photoshop
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Finalizing the Layout, Adding Color, and Preparing the File for Printing
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FP
Final project
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Illustrating Theater Posters That Get Noticed
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Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
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ginevradedonato
PlusBellissimo corso, mi ha aperto gli occhi su un sacco di cose!
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alexstelmyshonok
I was absolutely delighted to see this course and observe beautiful designer choices! Absolutely inspiring and luring into the poster world! Thank you so much!
edgeofmaine
PlusInformative to see David's creative process and follow along.
inmadiazgavira
Me ha gustado el curso porque ofrece un plan de trabajo creativo y con muchas posibilidades. En algunos vídeos tuve problemas con el audio, pero nada grave.
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malgosia_krol
I loved everything about this course! Super inspiring to let loose and be creative and see what shakes out and a great reminder to keep exploring different mediums and techniques.