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  • Teach Yourself Graphic Design: A Self-Study Course Outline

    Teach Yourself Graphic Design: A Self-Study Course Outline

    Sean Hodge
  • Rebellious Design: Brutalism Meets 90s Graphic Design

    Rebellious Design: Brutalism Meets 90s Graphic Design

    Laura Keung

    • All Theory tutorials:

    1. 36 Best Lightning Bolt & Power Logo Designs

      36 Best Lightning Bolt & Power Logo Designs

      Tutorial • Beginner

      If you want to create a powerful logo with a lightning bolt shape, check out these premium lightning logo designs from Envato Elements and Placeit.

    2. 35+ Best Retro 80s Fonts to Download in 2025

      35+ Best Retro 80s Fonts to Download in 2025

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Looking for the best 80s fonts for your projects? Check out this list of exciting retro-futuristic fonts and neon 80s fonts from Envato Elements.

    3. What Are Cap Height and X-Height in Typography?

      What Are Cap Height and X-Height in Typography?

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Have you ever wondered, "What is cap height in typography?" or "What is x-height in typography?" Then you are in the right place. Here, we'll take a quick...

    4. Color Inspiration: Seafoam Green

      Color Inspiration: Seafoam Green

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Looking for a unique shade of green to include in your designs? Seafoam green is here to impress. Find out what colors go with seafoam green and more!

    5. How to Make a Pastel Color Palette in Photoshop

      How to Make a Pastel Color Palette in Photoshop

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Fan of all pastel color palettes? It's easy to create a swatch of pastel color palettes in Photoshop! Don't miss this tutorial to learn how to make pastel...

    6. How to Create a 90s Abstract Rave Poster in Adobe Photoshop

      How to Create a 90s Abstract Rave Poster in Adobe Photoshop

      Tutorial • Intermediate

      Fan of 90s rave art? Learn how to make a rave poster with an abstract 90s design in Photoshop and explore the best 90s posters ready to download!

    7. What Is Illustration? (And What Are the Different Types of Illustration?)

      What Is Illustration? (And What Are the Different Types of Illustration?)

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Do you want to know more about illustration? In this tutorial, you'll learn the definition of illustration, discover illustration types, and much more!

    8. Design Styles Across 10 Decades

      Design Styles Across 10 Decades

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Interested in graphic design movements? Here you'll learn about the the era-defining graphic design trends and styles through the decades.

    9. Why Art Nouveau Will Always Be on Trend

      Why Art Nouveau Will Always Be on Trend

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Fan of Art Nouveau? In this article, we'll take a look at what Art Nouveau is, as well as covering its origins, characteristics, and influence.

    10. How to Create a Cool Glitch Photo Effect in Adobe Photoshop

      How to Create a Cool Glitch Photo Effect in Adobe Photoshop

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Glitch effects are a cool way to make unique photos. In this tutorial, you'll learn how to make a glitch effect in Photoshop and find some great resources!

    11. 16 Best Clock & Hourglass Logo Designs (Ready to Download)

      16 Best Clock & Hourglass Logo Designs (Ready to Download)

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Looking for an hourglass or clock logo? Head to Envato Elements, where you will find the best logo designs. For one low monthly fee, this subscription-based...

    12. What Are the Graphic Design Trends for 2023?

      What Are the Graphic Design Trends for 2023?

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Out with the old, in with the new graphic design trends for 2023! If you’re looking to give your projects a refresh, you can't miss this detailed article on...

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