What is graphic design?

Graphic Design

The art and practice of planning and projecting ideas and experiences with visual and textual content.

Raster Graphics

Images compiled using pixels, which are resolution dependent and lose quality when enlarged without changing resolution.

Vector Graphics

Images made up of points and equations that are infinitely scalable and do not lose quality when resized.

Color Theory

A significant aspect of graphic design that deals with how colors interact and how they can be combined to create effective designs.

Typography

The art and technique of arranging type to make written language legible, readable, and visually appealing in graphic design.

Common Raster Image Types

JPG, TIFF, GIF, PNG, BMP.

Resolution

The number of pixels in an image, affecting its quality and clarity.

Graphic Design Platforms

Tools or software used for creating graphics, crucial for beginners learning graphic design.