{"id":11655,"date":"2017-04-05T09:57:12","date_gmt":"2017-04-05T09:57:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.unirufa.it\/?page_id=11655"},"modified":"2026-03-25T22:07:50","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T21:07:50","slug":"corso-intensivo-adobe-illustrator","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.unirufa.it\/en\/offerta-formativa\/corsi-brevi\/professional-hub\/corso-intensivo-adobe-illustrator\/","title":{"rendered":"Visual Design Lab"},"content":{"rendered":"

Corso di Adobe\u00ae Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign<\/h4>\n

The course is a modular program designed to provide an essential yet comprehensive training<\/strong> on the three core software tools of the Adobe suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.<\/strong>
\nThe structure is divided into three sequential modules, delivered over 12 total sessions:<\/p>\n

\u2022\tModule 1 \u2013 Photoshop (3 lessons)
\n\u2022\tModule 2 \u2013 Illustrator (3 lessons)
\n\u2022\tModule 3 \u2013 InDesign (6 lessons)<\/strong><\/p>\n

The course approach is built with the understanding that the first 6 lessons provide the essential foundations<\/strong> for acquiring the digital graphic tools needed for the third module, focused on editorial layout design with InDesign. The comprehension and application of tools and techniques, when relevant to each participant\u2019s learning objectives, are adapted to the type of project<\/strong> that every student wishes to develop or integrate into their professional path.
\nWhether it\u2019s promotional graphics, visual identity, editorial layouts, or content for digital communication, the course serves as a structured and practical introduction to the three main tools used in the world of graphic design and visual communication.<\/p>\n

This course is aimed at:
\n\u2022 aspiring graphic and visual designers<\/strong>
\n\u2022 professionals in corporate communication<\/strong>
\n\u2022 editorial or cultural operators working with visual content
\n\u2022 anyone who needs to build or strengthen graphic design skills, with or without prior experience<\/p>\n

Participants may choose to attend only the first two modules or only the second module.
\nThe first two modules can also be replaced by 13 hours of one-to-one<\/em> training.
\nIn all cases, each group module will be activated with a minimum of 6 enrolled participants.<\/p>\n\n

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Course type:<\/strong> group \u2013 in person
\nNumber of participants:<\/strong> Max 15 Min 6
\nFrequency:<\/strong> weekly, on Saturdays from 10:00 to 13:00
\nDuration:<\/strong> 12 lessons \u2013 total 36 hours
\nFee:<\/strong> \u20ac540*
\nLanguage:<\/strong> Italian
\nLecturer:<\/strong> Matilde Francia
\nLocation:<\/strong> RUFA \u2013 Via Benaco, 2
\nApplications open:<\/strong> October 5, 2025
\nApplications close:<\/strong> January 9, 2026, subject to availability of places<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n\n

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\n10. Saturday, 14 March 2026
\n11. Saturday, 21 March 2026
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MODULE 1 \u2013 Adobe Photoshop<\/h4>\n

Duration: 3 lessons \u2013 9 hours
\nObjective: Learn the basics of raster graphics, photo editing, and image manipulation.<\/p>\n

Lesson 1: Introduction and basic tools<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Overview of Adobe Photoshop
\n\u2022 Interface and customization
\n\u2022 File formats and resolutions
\n\u2022 Selection and transformation tools
\n\u2022 Layers and basic adjustments<\/p>\n

Lesson 2: Photo retouching and corrections<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Retouching tools (healing brush, clone stamp, patch)
\n\u2022 Brightness and contrast
\n\u2022 Levels and curves
\n\u2022 Basic color correction and text management
\n\u2022 Image blending and effects
\n\u2022 Layer masks and adjustment layers<\/p>\n

Lesson 3: Composition, text & output<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Using basic filters
\n\u2022 Cutouts and transparent backgrounds
\n\u2022 Optimization for web, social, and print
\n\u2022 Saving in different formats (PSD, JPG, PNG, PDF)
\n\u2022 Final guided exercise: creating a poster or cover<\/p>\n

MODULE 2 \u2013 Adobe Illustrator<\/h4>\n

Duration: 3 lessons \u2013 9 hours
\nObjective: Learn to create vector graphics, logos, and digital illustrations. <\/p>\n

Lesson 1: Vector fundamentals<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Differences between raster and vector graphics
\n\u2022 Illustrator interface overview
\n\u2022 Basic drawing tools: pen, shapes, paths
\n\u2022 Fills, strokes, and color areas<\/p>\n

Lesson 2: Object and color management<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Grouping and layers
\n\u2022 Alignment and distribution
\n\u2022 Color: gradients, patterns, palettes
\n\u2022 Complex shapes and paths
\n\u2022 Text tools
\n\u2022 Logo and icon creation<\/p>\n

Lesson 3: Typography, branding, layout & export<\/strong>
\n\u2022 B\u00e9zier curves
\n\u2022 Introduction to symbols and custom brushes
\n\u2022 Creating assets for print and digital use
\n\u2022 Preparing files for print (outlines, margins, CMYK)
\n\u2022 Multiple export options: SVG, EPS, PNG, PDF
\n\u2022 Final exercise: logo and business card design<\/p>\n

MODULE 3 \u2013 Adobe InDesign<\/h4>\n

Duration: 6 lessons \u2013 18 hours
\nObjective: Learn the principles of editorial design and professional layout composition. <\/p>\n

Lesson 1: Introduction to editorial layout<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Differences between InDesign and other software
\n\u2022 Document setup: formats, margins, columns
\n\u2022 Grids and guides<\/p>\n

Lesson 2: Managing basic content<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Inserting and managing text and images
\n\u2022 Principles of visual composition
\n\u2022 Practice exercises on simple documents<\/p>\n

Lesson 3: Layout design and master pages<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Managing pages and master pages
\n\u2022 Linking text frames
\n\u2022 Organizing repetitive layouts and visual consistency<\/p>\n

Lesson 4: Typography styles and software integration<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Paragraph and character styles
\n\u2022 Importing content from Photoshop\u00ae and Illustrator\u00ae
\n\u2022 Font management and visual coherence<\/p>\n

Lesson 5: Multipage projects<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Creating brochures, magazines, and book layouts
\n\u2022 Automatic page numbering
\n\u2022 Indexes and tables of contents<\/p>\n

Lesson 6: Professional export and final project<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Preflight check
\n\u2022 Exporting PDFs for print, digital, and interactive use
\n\u2022 Final exercise: design of a 4-page brochure<\/p>\n

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Curious and tireless visual designer, graduated from RUFA in Graphic Design and specialized in Visual and Innovation Design in 2022.
\nMember of AIAP and teaching assistant in Visual Design 2 at RUFA, she nurtures a genuine passion for publishing and branding.
\nIn 2021 she began collaborating with the startup MICONIC, taking care of its visual identity. She then deepened her knowledge of printing techniques and materials at Marchesi Grafiche Editoriali, before joining Cappelli Identity Design.
\nSince February 2025, she has been part of the graphic team at la Repubblica, where she works on layout and newspaper design.
\nThis is her first short course, and she can\u2019t wait to share her energy, curiosity, and talent with you.<\/p>\n

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RUFA Students and Alumni:<\/strong> 50%
\nFormer participants of RUFA Short or Summer Courses 2024\u201325:<\/strong> 10%
\nUniversity Students:<\/strong> 5% (upon presentation of student ID).
\nCourse\/group\/family package:<\/strong> contact [corsibrevi@unirufa.it](mailto:corsibrevi@unirufa.it)<\/a><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n \n

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