Design Basics - Design Gugudan [PDF]
Graphic designer and content creator Ahot has compiled the nine most important basic design theories, based on 12 years of experience in the field. This program is not a design lecture aimed at designers but is created to make learning design easy and fun for everyone.
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Basic Design Theory for Non-Designers Interested in Design
Design Gugudan is the Korean name for 'Times Tables.' The Design Gugudan was created with the idea that, just like anyone can learn times tables, anyone can also learn design. Before diving into complex formulas, we start with the basics—just like learning times tables. If you're new to design, it's important to first become familiar with the fundamental theories that apply to all aspects of design.
What is design?
Design acts as a bridge when conveying the message in your mind to others. It is a universal visual language that can be used anywhere in the world, regardless of country. Most visual work, such as graphics, photography, video, and products, follows the same design principles.
What You Can Achieve with Design
Even if you are not a designer, there are many benefits to learning design. You'll take better photos, improve the effectiveness of presentation materials, and enhance your sense of interior design, fashion, and food plating. Even for developers who only focus on coding, a good sense of design can be incredibly helpful. Whether you handle design yourself or delegate it to someone else, there’s a significant difference between having some knowledge and having none.
What Changes When You Study Design Basics?
There’s a big difference between simply feeling that a design is good and being able to explain why it’s good. By learning design theory, you’ll gain a broader perspective and start to see the purpose behind the designs you encounter in daily life. Being able to explain design not only expands your understanding but also gives you the power to persuade others.
✴️ Content Structure of Design Basics
1️⃣ Learning Design Theory
You can easily understand the concepts of design theory and how they are applied through illustrations, photos, and design examples.
2️⃣ Solving Quizzes
Quizzes help you review and check your understanding of what you've learned effectively.
3️⃣ Expressing with Shapes
In the beginning, it’s more helpful to draw on worksheets rather than using design tools. You’ll develop your sense of expression by sketching design theory with simple shapes like circles, triangles, and squares.
4️⃣ Sharpening Your Sense with Photography
Photography is the easiest way to practice design theory without having to use design tools. Using your smartphone, you can find examples of design theory in your daily life and work on screen composition.
E-Book information
File Format: PDF(JPEG)
Size : 196MB
This is a PDF-format eBook version of 'Design Gugudan,' originally released in Korean. Although the print version is being handled through a publishing contract, I translated and compiled this version into a PDF with image files for English-speaking readers to access more quickly. The translation was done using Chat-GPT, and there may be inaccuracies due to differences in terms commonly used in Korean design.
- The typography section includes content on both English and Hangul, the Korean writing system.
The copyright of this material belongs to 'AHOT,' and unauthorized use, distribution, or copying of the content is strictly prohibited.
🔸 Recommended for:
▶︎ Those who want to learn design but don’t know where to start!
▶︎ Those who want to develop their sense of design!
▶︎ Those who want to enhance the quality of their existing work!
▶︎ Those who are unfamiliar with design terminology!
✴️ Curriculum
[1] Ratio
Learn about different types of ratios, how to use ratios to emphasize a subject, and how to express spatial scale.
[2] Space
Learn about the concept of the subject and negative space, how to create three-dimensional space, and how to control negative space.
[3] Balance
Learn the basic principles of composition, the concept of visual balance, and how to create a balanced composition using symmetry and asymmetry.
[4] Color
Learn the basic theory of color, and how to use brightness, saturation, and complementary contrast to emphasize a subject.
[5] Texture
Observe textures, use their characteristics, and learn how to emphasize a subject through texture contrast.
[6] Shape & Form
Understand the characteristics of geometric and organic forms, and learn how to use contrast between shapes to express design concepts.
[7] Movement
Explore the principles of gesture, which create a sense of movement even in still images, and learn how to capture attention.
[8] Rhythm
Learn how to create a sense of rhythm, organize chaotic designs, and guide the viewer's eye.
[9] Typeface
Learn the basic concepts of typeface and the different impressions conveyed by various type styles.
How to Access the Course
After purchasing the product, download the digital file to begin learning.
Course Duration
This product is provided as an eBook file, and you can redownload it for 30 days after purchase.
Important Notes
Discounts may end or be extended early without prior notice, depending on the situation. If service termination becomes unavoidable, such as in the case of business closure, the service may be discontinued. Course content may be added, removed, or changed during updates.
Refund Policy
Due to the nature of digital assets, refunds are not available for change of mind or personal reasons after download. However, cancellations and refunds are possible if requested before downloading. Please make sure to consider this before purchasing.
Policy Information
Copyright Policy
The copyright for Convoy’s course materials belongs to Ahot, and unauthorized use, distribution, or copying of the materials is prohibited. Unauthorized use of Convoy's materials may result in claims for damages, criminal charges, or legal liability for violating copyright laws and related regulations.
Account Sharing Prohibited
Convoy prohibits sharing a single account for online courses among multiple users.
Basic Design Theory for Non-Designers Interested in Design
Design Gugudan is the Korean name for 'Times Tables.' The Design Gugudan was created with the idea that, just like anyone can learn times tables, anyone can also learn design. Before diving into complex formulas, we start with the basics—just like learning times tables. If you're new to design, it's important to first become familiar with the fundamental theories that apply to all aspects of design.
What is design?
Design acts as a bridge when conveying the message in your mind to others. It is a universal visual language that can be used anywhere in the world, regardless of country. Most visual work, such as graphics, photography, video, and products, follows the same design principles.
What You Can Achieve with Design
Even if you are not a designer, there are many benefits to learning design. You'll take better photos, improve the effectiveness of presentation materials, and enhance your sense of interior design, fashion, and food plating. Even for developers who only focus on coding, a good sense of design can be incredibly helpful. Whether you handle design yourself or delegate it to someone else, there’s a significant difference between having some knowledge and having none.
What Changes When You Study Design Basics?
There’s a big difference between simply feeling that a design is good and being able to explain why it’s good. By learning design theory, you’ll gain a broader perspective and start to see the purpose behind the designs you encounter in daily life. Being able to explain design not only expands your understanding but also gives you the power to persuade others.
✴️ Content Structure of Design Basics
1️⃣ Learning Design Theory
You can easily understand the concepts of design theory and how they are applied through illustrations, photos, and design examples.
2️⃣ Solving Quizzes
Quizzes help you review and check your understanding of what you've learned effectively.
3️⃣ Expressing with Shapes
In the beginning, it’s more helpful to draw on worksheets rather than using design tools. You’ll develop your sense of expression by sketching design theory with simple shapes like circles, triangles, and squares.
4️⃣ Sharpening Your Sense with Photography
Photography is the easiest way to practice design theory without having to use design tools. Using your smartphone, you can find examples of design theory in your daily life and work on screen composition.
E-Book information
File Format: PDF(JPEG)
Size : 196MB
This is a PDF-format eBook version of 'Design Gugudan,' originally released in Korean. Although the print version is being handled through a publishing contract, I translated and compiled this version into a PDF with image files for English-speaking readers to access more quickly. The translation was done using Chat-GPT, and there may be inaccuracies due to differences in terms commonly used in Korean design.
- The typography section includes content on both English and Hangul, the Korean writing system.
The copyright of this material belongs to 'AHOT,' and unauthorized use, distribution, or copying of the content is strictly prohibited.
🔸 Recommended for:
▶︎ Those who want to learn design but don’t know where to start!
▶︎ Those who want to develop their sense of design!
▶︎ Those who want to enhance the quality of their existing work!
▶︎ Those who are unfamiliar with design terminology!
✴️ Curriculum
[1] Ratio
Learn about different types of ratios, how to use ratios to emphasize a subject, and how to express spatial scale.
[2] Space
Learn about the concept of the subject and negative space, how to create three-dimensional space, and how to control negative space.
[3] Balance
Learn the basic principles of composition, the concept of visual balance, and how to create a balanced composition using symmetry and asymmetry.
[4] Color
Learn the basic theory of color, and how to use brightness, saturation, and complementary contrast to emphasize a subject.
[5] Texture
Observe textures, use their characteristics, and learn how to emphasize a subject through texture contrast.
[6] Shape & Form
Understand the characteristics of geometric and organic forms, and learn how to use contrast between shapes to express design concepts.
[7] Movement
Explore the principles of gesture, which create a sense of movement even in still images, and learn how to capture attention.
[8] Rhythm
Learn how to create a sense of rhythm, organize chaotic designs, and guide the viewer's eye.
[9] Typeface
Learn the basic concepts of typeface and the different impressions conveyed by various type styles.
How to Access the Course
After purchasing the product, download the digital file to begin learning.
Course Duration
This product is provided as an eBook file, and you can redownload it for 30 days after purchase.
Important Notes
Discounts may end or be extended early without prior notice, depending on the situation. If service termination becomes unavoidable, such as in the case of business closure, the service may be discontinued. Course content may be added, removed, or changed during updates.
Refund Policy
Due to the nature of digital assets, refunds are not available for change of mind or personal reasons after download. However, cancellations and refunds are possible if requested before downloading. Please make sure to consider this before purchasing.
Policy Information
Copyright Policy
The copyright for Convoy’s course materials belongs to Ahot, and unauthorized use, distribution, or copying of the materials is prohibited. Unauthorized use of Convoy's materials may result in claims for damages, criminal charges, or legal liability for violating copyright laws and related regulations.
Account Sharing Prohibited
Convoy prohibits sharing a single account for online courses among multiple users.