Should I do Graphic Design? Ep18/45 [Beginners Guide to Graphic Design]

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In this episode I am going to discuss a range of creative careers and suggest a couple of key questions you can ask yourself.
I propose these questions because the answers will give you a good indication if Graphic Design is something you should consider or maybe you’re more suited to another creative discipline.
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"I'm Gareth David, a freelance creative specialising in design for logo identity & branding. I am currently based in London UK with over 12 years experience in the design industry with a passion for sharing knowledge and teaching.
I have created this channel to share my experience and give some advice to aspiring designers at any level who wish to find out more about Graphic Design and the industry.
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@GarethDavidStudio 2 жыл бұрын

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@arnestuckmann3449 8 жыл бұрын

I don't post often on youtube but i just want to say: You have the most professional and best structured tutorial videos on youtube and i'd like to thank you for that. No other channel helped me this much as yours.

@GarethDavidStudio 8 жыл бұрын

+Ba Narne Hey Ba Narne, Thank you for the comment and the kind words. Glad the vids are helping you out! :)

@luki2738 6 жыл бұрын

totally agreed, he the best

@luki2738 6 жыл бұрын

+TastyTuts you're truly the best, nice job

@rbahar2011 5 жыл бұрын

Amen

@babyblue7798 8 ай бұрын

no, no, no no no, no, to all the questions! but I want to do it, so I will do it!

@TheNewArtsFX 8 жыл бұрын

Although I do agree being able to draw/sketch is an efficient way to being a great designer, I personally believe that if you have a good understanding of the tools on adobe illustrator than you are more than capable of creating good illustrations without using pen and paper. I have found that many people who excel at drawing tangibly have had issues with understanding illustrator and how to use it properly and vice versa. Great video none the less :)

@BlackWarrior_PufferFish 2 жыл бұрын

I just want to jump into this field as a side hustle and the first question is: are you good at drawing? My answer: I cannot draw at all. LOL

@orientalplumes 7 ай бұрын

me too

@priyachaudhary9914 4 ай бұрын

Hey there, Did u kept graphic design continue. I'm asking this becoz even I want too do graphic design as a side hustle. I would appreciate a ans from u

@BlackWarrior_PufferFish 4 ай бұрын

Hi Bro/Sister, glad you ask. I quited after trying for 3 months. The reason is that I found I fall into the trap that If you want to get seen by others, you have to keep producing many design every day and keep up the trends. I become stressed by working every day on it. I lost all the fun when I bega. Only my first design was sold and I earned 4 dollars. that is it. Not bad, right? @@priyachaudhary9914

@namagembeurshura9670 3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@doji-san Ай бұрын

You don't really need to be good at drawing to become a great graphic designer.

@JMC7137 6 ай бұрын

This series has been very helpful to me thank you so much 🙏 I can't believe this is free , it's really an empowerment 💯

@Rebel_Slasher 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! You're amazing.

@sulaimanhaider7424 8 жыл бұрын

You Have Done such a Great Job.. Thank You

@watchvids7802 8 жыл бұрын

This is so good, so true.

@wanderlustoceans8205 Жыл бұрын

I really love all the pros and cons i am definitely ok with all of the cons, pressure, working with others and such what I am afraid is that if I get instructions from a co worker or a senior that wants to SABOTAGE me in purpose then thats a problem and I hope it doesn't happen to me since there's a lot of competition, I kinda would like have a video of beware of coworker signs that may try to sabotage you and such, I know sounds weird but it does happen, anyways thank you so much you are so kind and knowledgeable

@saws5879 4 жыл бұрын

That was an interesting video, thank you.

@edmundsgn111 8 жыл бұрын

Hey man, thanks for sharing this information :) I want to progress in graphic designing as well, and its definitely not the easiest job out there.. I still wonder If I spend my time correctly by starting a youtube channel, while I could've spend time in improving my artwork or business skills instead.. and I understand that you could do all three of them.. but it "really" takes a toll on you man..

@doyinO 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Eye opening

@aulonaismaili8254 8 жыл бұрын

I love your videos! Please keep doing what you're doing, it's so educational and useful. Could you make a video about how you project manage your activities and multiple projects in the most efficient way?

@GarethDavidStudio 8 жыл бұрын

Thats a good topic to talk about. I shall have to add that one to the list. :)

@aulonaismaili8254 8 жыл бұрын

Great, I'll be looking out for it! :)

@MrCageCat 7 жыл бұрын

Been doing design for 13 years now and I just realised that it's not for me, but have no idea what else to do.

@7all306 7 жыл бұрын

lol

@ft1851 6 жыл бұрын

Try new things See what u enjoy in The thing u want to do the rest of ur life

@gooseytantei7351 4 жыл бұрын

Go back to community college and find another potential career

@user-dw8bf8yl6w 3 жыл бұрын

why though?

@hrituhkv1508 2 жыл бұрын

Is it a sarcasm about not able to answer these questions but being good at your work(because you can't survive for 13 long yrs without being good at it.) ?? or what ? Should I ignore these question nd focus on my work? (I'm just starting out.)

@sreevinesha3037 5 жыл бұрын

thank you so much sir

@fidanshikhaliyeva3971 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for your lessons. They are very useful and so interesting) in additional I would like to notice that, you have an amazing eyes colour))

@bright5209 3 жыл бұрын

Great video

@timursadikov589 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!!

@TriUmph-jf9bq 3 жыл бұрын

I need a bit if advice... From where I live and my limited skills, drawing is the only thing that I'm most decent at and graphic design seem like my only option for me since other art careers force me to leave home and I lack the confidence. After watching various videos ive become more and more interested, but after reolising there is a lot of verbal communication which is one of my weakest skills I feel that I'm at a dead end. Have you any advice or videos you could take me to perhaps to improve communication skills or even avoid? I would really appreciate the help. Thank you

@cbsrevelenesislioniphone1948 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@gullbuttqasim 6 жыл бұрын

no to everthing :p but i am going to become a Designer...cause i have a gr8 teacher... :)

@Adorienn 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, I had a no to most but I also intend on becoming the designer. Since it's one year after, would you mind sharing where you are now on your goal?

@Fenris_kyn_ 3 жыл бұрын

Both of you will be homeless after 10 years Reply me after 10 year

@LOFIMONK369 8 жыл бұрын

hi can you plz help me with this. how do save files for print for clear labels designs.

@AgentAydey 4 жыл бұрын

I couldn't find the PDF questions you have for your videos. Where do I go to get them?

@amolsawant9861 8 жыл бұрын

iam Looking to do Graphics design...& as per your all Question a iam preety In & i Alwayz like to do that things but i am not good in drawing....

@amirayounes4637 4 жыл бұрын

me neither :/

@Oussama-yb9ck Жыл бұрын

I started design 3 years ago oner i started i barely used paper and pencil. You will find yourself using a lot the software more than the drawingsb

@JustIhor Жыл бұрын

Well, as i believe all things u can improve in, i dont have most of those skills but i sure have time to learn them

@amerboss99 11 ай бұрын

You must be a professional by now..

@JustIhor 11 ай бұрын

@@amerboss99 that is probably sarcasm so ye I'm definitely not hehe, and I chose to be an actor :) just doing drawing as a hobby

@amerboss99 11 ай бұрын

@@JustIhor whatever suits your personal interest best, best of luck!

@JustIhor 11 ай бұрын

@@amerboss99 thank you!

@NileshhKr 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Gareth David, I am not good at "Drawing". Can I become a better Graphic Designer, If Yes How????

@argenisjimenez8118 4 жыл бұрын

Good vídeo. Fuck, I guess i better become a worker.

@senthil893 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Gareth, I'm not too old to choose my ambition( since I'm just 13). But I have this doubt in my mind that is If I want to become a Graphic Designer what course should I choose in College..

@princessnaaofeibeaquarcoo3091 4 жыл бұрын

Actually don't limit yourself to learning one thing,KZfaq and Google are there for learning

@Syk215 2 жыл бұрын

Is it hard being an introvert in a graphic design? Like I'm not social person and doesn't really enjoy talking to people but I still love graphic design. Do I have to be outspoken person except working as freelancer? Thanks

@SociallyAwkwardMisfit 2 жыл бұрын

I'd like to know that too. It seems like most jobs are obsessed with people being outgoing.

@alliemacaroni8407 Жыл бұрын

It seems like the world is designed for extroverts, and we introverts will have to learn to adapt no matter what field we go into.

@anihouache9104 18 күн бұрын

I'm not good at drawing so i have to give up ?

@designer_kaushal 6 ай бұрын

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@thanviHimanshu 2 жыл бұрын

This is a bit scary because everywhere I see and listen in this video is "its hard" and "challenging" so one not pursue it ? I have practiced graphic design on canva little bit to get handy easily. and it wasn't that tough as it sound in this video. how come one will know that he can work under pressure, and is creative or not, if he has just started.

@GarethDavidStudio 2 жыл бұрын

First of all, forget Canva. That's a DIY tool for small business's or marketers who cant afford to hire proper Graphic Designers, or wont pay for one. Canva generally leads to ubiquitous design, it's goal it to make it easy, so tries to make all the decisions for you, with its templates and limited creative features. It tends to serve up solutions without making you think for yourself. Your career in design is a journey, you have to build, explore, make mistakes and grow. You will never know at the start if you're 'creative' or if you can 'work under pressure'. Most designers overcome this because of their determination and love for design. It is challenging and it is hard, but it's so rewarding and fulfilling. If it's not hard, it's not worth doing. Take your time, enjoy the process, enjoy your journey. Stay away from programs and products that try and do it for you, aim to think for yourself and come up with your own ideas and you will grow into the designer you want to be,.

@thanviHimanshu 2 жыл бұрын

@@GarethDavidStudio yess sir, totally agreed 💯💯 it is challenging but it's worth doing !! And I'll try to master those skills. Thankyou for your detailed explanation, it means a lot 🙏

@alliemacaroni8407 Жыл бұрын

@@GarethDavidStudio I've been practicing with Canva (free version) for now as I can't afford any of the Adobe ones. I don't use the templates (they feel like 'cheating'), and choose my own font/color/shapes/etc to fit each design. I would say that I am thinking for myself quite well.

@user-jn8uz8rf1y 3 ай бұрын

I want to ask you something.....I am a 13 year old girl and I want to be a Graphic Designer.....Can you suggest me what should I do from now on or what skills I should have from this age.....I lack confidence and this is the only problem I have otherwise all your questions are answered YES by me...

@doji-san Ай бұрын

Learn how to visualize.

@user-jn8uz8rf1y Ай бұрын

@@doji-san thanks

@riptiliy 8 жыл бұрын

Hello. What i will need to do if i didn't say yes on all question in this video ? for example: i didn't can do sketch on paper. P\S: sorry for my English i just learning =)

@SimplyJeffreydomblerJeff 8 жыл бұрын

i don't think you have to know how to draw, but you must know how to sketch just to know what you will do on the computer later

@riptiliy 8 жыл бұрын

+Simply Jeff where i will can learn how to sketch? How to doing it in computer i know. this some my work vk.com/riptiliy. I was do it's without sketching

@riptiliy 8 жыл бұрын

+Robert M yes i know it but, i don't have time to have many practice it, maybe you know another way to study it faster?

@aspeechlessness 8 жыл бұрын

+serega yankovenko their is no shortcut, if you want to learn how to sketch - simply sketch.

@GarethDavidStudio 8 жыл бұрын

It’s not a deal breaker. You could make a career for yourself without the skill in drawing, I’m sure many do, but from my experience it really does help in the design process. It helps to plan your ideas and articulate them visually before working them up on computer. You will find you make many decisions fast, especially visually through drawing. I find I cover a lot of ground quickly and rule out ideas I may have had I feel may not work. For example, I’m a freelance designer, I sometimes have only a few days to come up with ideas for brands, layouts or creative campaigns. I typically spend roughly between 3-9+ hours thinking and planning, drawing and sketching before even getting onto the computer (depending on how complex the brief). That way, when I have a solid idea (or range of) I can then work up my ideas up on computer instead of time consuming trial and error on computer to start with. I find my ideas are stronger and I cover a lot more ground quicker. It is important to keep in mind. ‘Rough layouts sell ideas better than polished ones’. Sketches and scamps can be discussion points, that you can refer to and chat to fellow designers, clients and creative directors. The vagueness of them, can be interpreted in various ways, which can encourage creative thoughts in other directions. In my experience it’s a key skill to have.

@renatarodrigues7198 3 жыл бұрын

I feel like 90% of what he said is applied to basicaly any kind of career

@MrBlue-me9cd 3 жыл бұрын

yeah except the drawing thing

@renatarodrigues7198 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrBlue-me9cd yup! and on my personal opinion, to know how to draw is not necessary to do graphic design either haha even more if you want to specialize in ui for example

@MrBlue-me9cd 3 жыл бұрын

@@renatarodrigues7198 or to draw the crush to grab their attention lol

@renatarodrigues7198 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrBlue-me9cd hahahaha

@MrBlue-me9cd 3 жыл бұрын

@@renatarodrigues7198 I know this is weird but i would love to know u more . insta: @ahmad_basil Ofc only if u want to