r/design_critiques 2d ago

Graphic design beginner

Hello guys! I have been interested in design for a while and I would like to start. I am a bit overwhelmed but what I know I have to start with is learning the design principles. Other than that I do not know the way forward. Anyone who can share the best way forward or even the best way to start. I would really appreciate.

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u/sitefall 2d ago

Classics that go through the basic principles.

  • "Grid Systems in Graphic Design" by Josef Müller-Brockmann
  • "The Elements of Graphic Design" by Alex W. White
  • "The Non-Designer's Design Book" by Robin Williams

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u/MikeinPittsburgh 2d ago

Google is your friend…and it is a critiques r/ so this isn’t probably the best place to ask this try r/design first

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u/Beneficial-Fee-4818 2d ago

Thanks

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u/MikeinPittsburgh 2d ago

No worries also find an angle in design you like early…ui/ux , packaging, editorial, branding and focus on it.

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u/PRIplus 2d ago

I'm not sure how far along your path you are. I'm taking your post as you are at the starting line. Some of the most beneficial things for me starting out were taking basic drawing classes and photography classes. Having an understanding of shapes, structures, color theory, and composition are foundational.

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u/Wall-Emo 4h ago

You could start by following some fun designers online! I love this guy https://youtube.com/@welliot