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Artwork by Rachel Malpass

Course Prices

Inside UK

£400.00

Outside UK

£425.00

Instalments UK & International

£400.00 in 4 instalments at £100.00 each

International students will not be supplied with a paper copy

Graphic Design Art Online Course

Tutored by Heather Rooney

Elevate your artistic skills and explore innovative design techniques with our Graphic Design Art Diploma Course from London Art College. Whether you're a complete beginner, have some experience, or are looking to advance your skills, this comprehensive online course is designed to nurture your creative potential with personalized tutor feedback.

What You'll Learn:

  • Basic Drawing Techniques: Master essential drawing skills with our detailed guide.
  • Composition and Layout: Develop effective layout and composition strategies.
  • Introduction to Graphic Design: Gain insights into the history and specialisms of graphic design.
  • Lettering and Typography: Learn the art of typography and its applications.
  • Logo Design: Create impactful and memorable logos.
  • Packaging Design: Explore the fundamentals of packaging and branding.
  • Cartooning: Dive into the world of cartooning and character design.
  • Poster Design: Craft visually striking posters.
  • Book Jacket and CD Design: Design engaging covers for books and music.
  • Advertising: Develop skills in creating persuasive advertising materials.
  • Illustration: Enhance your illustration techniques for various applications.

Course Features:

  • Engaging Course Materials: Receive a fully illustrated course book with practical exercises that cover fundamental art and design elements.

  • Creative Challenges: Tackle realistic design briefs and learn to generate and refine ideas into successful design solutions.

  • Traditional Techniques: Focus on using traditional drawing materials such as pencil, pen and ink, paint, and collage. Experiment with various media and submit some work completed digitally if desired.

  • Personalized Feedback: Submit your work at seven checkpoints throughout the course, with 2 to 5 pieces requested each time. Receive detailed feedback from your tutor to help you refine your skills and improve your designs.

Outcome: Upon completing the Graphic Design Art Diploma Course, you will have built a diverse portfolio showcasing a broad range of skills and knowledge. This portfolio can be applied to your personal art and design projects or used to pursue further or higher education opportunities. To use the portfolio this course can help you to develop to apply for further or higher education courses please contact your preferred educational institutions to ask for minimum entry requirements.

 Ready to Enhance Your Skills? Sign up today and start your journey toward becoming a versatile graphic designer. Click the link above to enrol and begin expanding your creative horizons with our Graphic Design Art Diploma Course.


Why Choose Our Graphic Design Art Course?

In a world dominated by digital tools, our Graphic Design Art Course stands out by focusing on traditional design methods. This unique approach offers several distinct advantages:

1. Build Strong Foundations: Our course emphasizes fundamental design principles such as composition, colour theory, typography, and visual hierarchy. Mastering these core concepts by hand ensures you have a robust foundation, which will enhance your ability to use digital tools effectively later on.

2. Ignite Your Creativity: Working without computers fosters a hands-on approach that encourages creativity and imagination. Free from the constraints of software, you’ll sketch ideas swiftly and explore diverse design concepts, allowing your creativity to flourish.

3. Enhance Problem-Solving Skills: Designing with traditional tools challenges your problem-solving abilities. You'll learn to achieve your design goals through innovative methods, which will enhance your flexibility and creativity, valuable skills applicable to digital design.

4. Develop Attention to Detail: Manual design requires meticulous attention to detail, a skill that translates directly to digital design. Precision in your hand-crafted work will refine your ability to create pixel-perfect designs on a screen.

5. Minimize Distractions: Without the digital distractions of social media, email, or software issues, you can focus more intently on the creative process. This environment fosters a deeper concentration on your design work.

6. Appreciate Traditional Art: A non-digital approach cultivates an appreciation for traditional art techniques, enriching your overall design perspective. This understanding can greatly influence and enhance your digital design work.

7. Cultivate Resourcefulness: Designing without computers teaches you to be adaptable and resourceful with various tools and materials. This resourcefulness is invaluable in a design industry constantly evolving with new technologies.

8. Achieve Versatility: A strong foundation in traditional design methods makes you a versatile designer. You’ll be equipped to handle various mediums, from print to digital, and tackle a wide range of design challenges.

9. Create a Unique Portfolio: Your experience with traditional design methods will help you build a distinctive portfolio that stands out. This diversity can be advantageous when applying for further education or career opportunities in the design field.

Please Note: While this course provides a comprehensive vocational (skills improvement) education and awards a London Art College Diploma, it does not carry academic credits. The average completion time is one year, but we offer a generous two-year timeframe to ensure a relaxed and pressure-free learning experience.

Who Should Enrol? This course is ideal for students with prior experience in drawing and painting who wish to deepen their design skills and explore new techniques.

Discover how traditional design skills can elevate your graphic design career and set you apart in the industry. Enrol today and embark on a creative journey that will enhance both your traditional and digital design abilities!

Please note that although we award our own London Art College Diploma with this course, it does not carry academic credits. This is a vocational (skills improvement) course.

On average, the course is typically completed within one year, yet we offer a generous two-year timeframe, ensuring a relaxed, pressure-free learning experience.

This course is suitable for students with previous experience in drawing and painting.

Students are able to upload their artwork to the 'The Art Room' on our website. Each student is given a unique username and password on enrolment for their own private area in The Art Room.

Students can upload their artwork for the tutor to collect and critique. The tutor will then upload feedback for the student to download. If you do not have facilities to upload your artwork, you can mail your artwork to the tutors centre and receive your artwork back with your critique.

It is essential you label all packages/artwork with your student number.

Student Artwork by Helana Mosses

Comprehensive Course Support for Your Creative Journey

At London Art College, each of our courses is meticulously designed to provide an in-depth exploration of its subject matter. We understand the value of personalized guidance, and our dedicated tutors are here to support you every step of the way.

What You Can Expect:

  • Expert Guidance: Each course is led by a dedicated tutor who ensures that the content is current and relevant. Your tutor will provide personalized advice and encouragement, helping you to effectively apply the techniques you learn.

  • Practical Learning: Our courses feature regular exercises and assignments designed to reinforce your skills and challenge your progress. These practical tasks allow you to practice and master the techniques taught throughout the course.

  • Personalized Feedback: Submit your assignments online via digital photographs through your personal art room account. Your tutor will provide detailed critiques and feedback, which you can download and retain for future reference.

  • Build Your Portfolio: Many assignments are ideal for inclusion in your personal portfolio, showcasing your development and achievements. These submissions are also used to assess your progress and award your diploma upon successful completion.

Your Path to Success:

By the end of your course, you will have acquired new skills and knowledge that enhance your creative abilities and contribute to your personal and professional growth. Our goal is to support your development and help you enjoy the journey of learning and creating.

Embark on your artistic journey with confidence, knowing that our dedicated tutors and comprehensive support are here to guide you towards achieving your goals.



Student Artwork (detail) by Hana Tesar
Media: Equipment used Subject: Areas covered Techniques: Skills developed
  • Pencil
  • Pen & Ink
    Watercolour
  • Gouache
  • Coloured Pencils
  • Collage
  • Felt Pens/ Markers
  • History of Graphic Design
    Drawing
  • Lettering & Typography
  • Communicating Ideas
  • Materials & Colours
  • Printing
  • Cartooning
  • Illustration
  • Packaging
  • Book Jackets/ CD's
  • Posters
  • Logos
  • Advertising
  • Figure Drawing
  • Illustration
  • Use of Media
  • Basic Drawing
  • Perspective
  • Materials
  • Calligraphy

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I had a fantastic time communicating with my lecturer. She was knowledgeable, approachable and friendly. I actually feel sad that the course is now over.

L Gabriel

My tutor was very helpful and helped me when i needed guidance. I really enjoyed the course and it has helped me progress in my job role.

M Broome

Now that I have completed my Graphic Design Diploma I need to extend my heartfelt thanks to you for providing such a great learning opportunity for all art enthusiasts and professionals alike, especially for those like me who live in places where such opportunities are not available at all. i must say that this was a wonderful experience, and it really enriched me artistically and spiritually. So thank you for that.  You were the most amazing tutor that I ever had the chance to know in my life. You have earnestly worked with me all through the course to make sure that I perceive every aspect of this field of art, as it was all totally new to me. I wholeheartedly appreciate your constant guiding and encouraging. Thank you for everything you have done for me.

N Michael