# AI for Graphic Design Course Online Canonical URL: ## Overview AI is reshaping the way designers approach creativity and problem-solving. In this hands-on course, you’ll learn to incorporate artificial intelligence into Adobe applications to boost creativity, increase efficiency, and optimize your workflow. Tailored for Graphic and Visual Designers, the course dives into advanced AI tools across Adobe Creative Cloud and additional platforms, expanding your creative range through structured, practical guidance. ## What you'll learn - Generate vector illustrations, photo edits, and layouts using AI tools in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign - Create original visuals through prompt-based image generation with MidJourney, Leonardo AI, and DALL·E 3 - Enhance and restore images with AI-powered sharpening, upscaling, and denoising techniques - Use ChatGPT and Notion AI to develop creative briefs, brand names, and design concepts - Build mood boards, style guides, and concept sets with free and paid AI design tools - Assemble a complete brand identity using multiple AI platforms within a simulated design workflow ## Prerequisites Students should have a basic understanding of graphic design and the major Adobe apps, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. ## Curriculum ### Session 1: Foundations & Visual Generation #### Introduction to AI in Design - What is AI, and how does it generate visual content - How AI is transforming design workflows - Examples of AI-generated visuals in real-world projects #### Adobe AI Tools - Illustrator: Text-to-vector, auto-coloring, Firefly integration - Photoshop: Generative fill, AI background removal, object expansion - InDesign: AI-assisted layouts, background/content-aware expansion #### AI Image Generators - Tools: MidJourney, Leonardo AI, DALL·E 3 - Prompt writing tips - Free vs. paid versions - Use cases: mood boards and style scapes, concept art, branding assets #### Copyright, Ethics & AI - Ownership of AI-generated designs - Terms of service and licensing rules - Ethical concerns in client work and publishing ### Session 2: Productivity, Advanced Workflows & Toolkits #### AI for Brainstorming & Creativity - Prompt engineering for visuals - ChatGPT for creative briefs, naming, and taglines - Moodboard and style guide creation with apps such as Notion AI or Canva AI #### Free AI Tools for Designers - Overview and demonstration of tools like [Remove.bg](http://remove.bg/), Clipdrop, Khroma, Photopea - Mini-challenge: Visual creation using two free tools #### Paid AI Tools Worth the Investment - Runway ML, Topaz AI, [Vectorizer.ai](http://vectorizer.ai/), [Krea.ai](http://krea.ai/) - Advanced tools for image editing, vector conversion, and experimentation #### Enhancing Image Quality with AI - Sharpening blurry images - Upscaling low-res images - De-noising vintage or scanned materials #### AI Workflow Simulation - End-to-end workflow to create a brand identity - Combining multiple AI tools to build a logo, visual assets, and a mockup - Real-time feedback and iteration #### Wrap-Up + Q&A + Resource Pack - A cheat sheet of tools - Prompt libraries and guides - Communities and sources to stay updated ### Final Deliverables (Design-Based Only) #### AI-Enhanced Poster or Social Media Graphic - Created using Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop with AI features. #### Visual Concept Set - 3–5 AI-generated images for a branding or packaging project using tools like MidJourney, Leonardo AI, or Chat GPT. #### AI Moodboard or Style Guide - Created with Notion AI, Canva AI, or Milanote based on a theme or project. #### Image Enhancement Set - Includes before-and-after versions using AI tools for sharpening, de-noising, and upscaling. #### Final Brand Package - Includes logo, one social media post, and 1 product or packaging mockup created using a combination of AI tools. ## Instructors ### Reid Johnson — Instructor Reid isn't just someone who knows CAD and BIM; he's a licensed architect and contractor who deeply integrates these technologies into every facet of his career. His hands-on experience as a practitioner building real-world projects provides him with an invaluable understanding of how BIM and CAD streamline workflows and enhance design. This practical foundation led him to Autodesk, where he shared his expertise, helping others effectively leverage these powerful tools. Throughout his professional journey, Reid also dedicates himself to education, consistently teaching university courses and shaping the next generation of design professionals by equipping them with essential CAD skills. His unique blend of practical experience, industry knowledge gained at Autodesk, and passion for teaching positions Reid as a true specialist in BIM and CAD technology, capable of bridging the gap between theory and real-world application. **Credentials:** - Autodesk Fusion Certified User - Autodesk Revit Certified Professional - Autodesk Certified Instructor - Licensed Architect - Licensed General Contractor ### David Nguyen — Instructor David is the AEC Software Specialist at VDCI, with a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and an Associate’s degree of science in Drafting and General Design from ITT Technical Institute. A San Diego native with over 12 years working in the Design Industry and construction industry, David brings his construction and design expertise to help all students achieve their goals in the field. Outside of his professional life, David loves attending concerts, festivals, playing his guitar and restoring and repairing all types of vehicles. **Credentials:** - OSHA 30 hr. Construction Safety Certified - Construction Software: SketchUp, Bluebeam Revu, Autodesk Suite (AutoCAD, Fusion, REVIT) - Mechanical Software: PTC CREO Parametric, Solidworks, MasterCAM ## Pricing **Tuition:** $695