basics of design  Tuesday, Jan 22, 2PM, we met to discuss the
basics of design, graphic design in particular.  Sliderocket and
SLideshare  Here is the handout with sources and outlines. Pls
feel welcome to contribute with your sources and ideas.  Design
Basics   –          What is design and how to we approach it
what is graphic design The process and art of combining text and
graphics and communicating an effective message in the design of
logos, graphics, brochures, newsletters, posters, signs, and any
other type of visual communication is the formal, short
definition of graphic design. Today’s graphic designers often
use desktop publishing software and techniques to achieve their
goals.  –          Why is it important to consider it
–          How do we enact it  Hands-on exercise: create well-
designed PowerPoint.  –          Keep it simple Your slides
should have plenty of white space, or negative space. Do not
feel compelled to fill empty areas on your slide with your logo
or other unnecessary graphics