Modern Flat Design in Affinity Designer explores clean layouts, bold colour palettes, scalable vector graphics, and minimalist aesthetics, enabling designers to create sleek, user-focused visuals for branding, web interfaces, and digital marketing.
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Master the principles of Flat Design with Affinity Designer and develop a strong foundation in modern, professional Graphic Design. This course introduces Modern Design, Vector Design, and Digital Illustration, helping you create clean, engaging compositions using versatile vector graphics and minimalist design techniques.
Through practical projects, you will learn to create eye-catching Vector Graphics and creative scenes, including a desert island, mountain landscape, garden barbecue, terminal and luggage, bar scene, and home office. Develop practical skills in Icon Design, composition, colour, shapes, and Creative Design using Affinity Designer.
The course concludes with a modern night camping scene, allowing you to apply the techniques developed throughout the modules. Whether exploring Flat Design, Minimalist Design, Vector Design, or digital illustration, you will build confidence creating polished visual artwork and contemporary graphic compositions with Affinity Designer.
Learners complete an assignment designed to evaluate their understanding of the course content. The assignment is reviewed by qualified tutors who provide personalised feedback, allowing learners to demonstrate their applied knowledge and skills.
After completing the Modern Flat Design in Affinity Designer course assessment, you will be eligible to receive a CPD-accredited certificate worth £9 from One Education to demonstrate your achievement.
The certificate is also available as a printed hard copy delivered by post for £15.
Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate
Learners also have the option to order a Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) Endorsed Certificate as additional proof of achievement. The QLS Endorsed Certificate can be delivered by post for £129, with an additional £10 postage charge for international students.
This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.
Modern flat design focuses on clean visuals, purposeful shapes, and simple yet effective compositions. This course helps learners explore Affinity Designer, vector graphics, colour schemes, minimalist layouts, icon creation, and digital illustration techniques for developing contemporary visual artwork.
Studying flat design can strengthen both creative and technical graphic design skills. Learners can create polished illustrations, icons, and branding assets while improving their understanding of visual hierarchy, composition, and vector workflows for digital media, marketing materials, creative projects, and professional portfolios.
The Modern Flat Design in Affinity Designer course has a total study timeframe of 3 weeks, 4 days. Learners can progress through the programme at a flexible pace, developing practical skills in flat design, Affinity Designer, vector graphics, digital illustration, icon design, minimalist design, graphic design, modern visual communication, and creative artwork.
The Modern Flat Design in Affinity Designer course has no formal entry requirements, making it suitable for beginners and aspiring graphic designers. An interest in flat design, vector graphics, digital illustration, and minimalist artwork is beneficial. Basic computer skills, good English, and reliable internet access are recommended for effective online learning.
1. What is the Modern Flat Design in Affinity Designer course?
The Modern Flat Design in Affinity Designer course teaches learners how to create clean, contemporary artwork using Affinity Designer. It covers Flat Design, Affinity Designer, Modern Design, Vector Design, Graphic Design, Digital Illustration, Icon Design, Minimalist Design, Vector Graphics, and Creative Design.
2. Who is the Modern Flat Design in Affinity Designer course suitable for?
The course is suitable for beginners, aspiring graphic designers, illustrators, digital artists, freelancers, creative professionals, and anyone who wants to develop practical skills in Flat Design and Vector Design using Affinity Designer.
3. What will I learn from this Affinity Designer course?
You will begin with an introduction to the course before creating a Flat Design Desert Island and exploring additional flat design projects. These practical exercises help you develop skills in Vector Graphics, Digital Illustration, Icon Design, and Creative Design.
4. Do I need previous Affinity Designer experience?
No. The course starts with an Introduction, making it suitable for learners who are new to Affinity Designer. Basic computer skills and an interest in Graphic Design or Digital Illustration can be helpful.
5. What is flat design?
Flat Design is a modern visual style that typically uses simple shapes, clean lines, limited visual effects, clear colours, and minimal decorative elements. It is widely used in illustrations, icons, branding, interfaces, and digital graphics.
6. What is Affinity Designer used for?
Affinity Designer is a graphic design application that can be used to create vector artwork, illustrations, icons, logos, layouts, and other digital designs. It provides tools for creating precise and scalable Vector Graphics.
| Module 01: Introduction | |||
| Introduction to the course | 00:02:00 | ||
| Module 02: How to Create a Flat Design Desert Island | |||
| Create A New Document | 00:05:00 | ||
| Create Your Own Colour Palettes | 00:09:00 | ||
| Start with Creating the Sun | 00:09:00 | ||
| Create the Palm Tree | 00:09:00 | ||
| Create the Remaining Leaves | 00:06:00 | ||
| Create the Clouds | 00:05:00 | ||
| Create the Waves | 00:07:00 | ||
| Module 03: How to Create A Flat Design Mountain Scene | |||
| Break the Project Down | 00:03:00 | ||
| Start with The Background | 00:09:00 | ||
| Time to Add the Mountains | 00:07:00 | ||
| Add the First Trees | 00:06:00 | ||
| Finish the Forest | 00:04:00 | ||
| Plant Trees with Symbols | 00:05:00 | ||
| Start Creating the Chalet | 00:09:00 | ||
| Time to Add the Bars | 00:03:00 | ||
| No Hut Is Complete Without the Chimney and The Smoke | 00:04:00 | ||
| Its Time Let the Sun Inside the House | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 04: How to Create a Flat Design Garden and Barbecue | |||
| Explore the Garden Project | 00:02:00 | ||
| Create the Sky and The Clouds | 00:07:00 | ||
| Create the Grass | 00:08:00 | ||
| Add Some Plants | 00:04:00 | ||
| Add the Umbrella | 00:07:00 | ||
| Who Wants Lemonade? | 00:09:00 | ||
| Add the Chairs | 00:07:00 | ||
| Creating the First BBQ | 00:04:00 | ||
| Creating the Same Grill | 00:07:00 | ||
| Add the Wheels | 00:08:00 | ||
| How to Use the Segment Tool to Create The BBQ? | 00:04:00 | ||
| The Second BBQ Begins | 00:02:00 | ||
| It’s All About the Sizzle | 00:03:00 | ||
| Add the Legs and Finish The BBQ | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 05: How to Create a Modern Flat Design Terminal and Luggage | |||
| Explore the Airfield Project | 00:02:00 | ||
| Add the Gradient Sky First | 00:03:00 | ||
| Add the Windows | 00:03:00 | ||
| Add the Clouds | 00:04:00 | ||
| Add the Chairs | 00:06:00 | ||
| Add the Sign and The Arrows | 00:06:00 | ||
| Time to Add the Escalator | 00:04:00 | ||
| Use Simple Shapes to Create Proportionate Ornaments | 00:04:00 | ||
| Adding Buckles and Straps | 00:04:00 | ||
| Add the Wheels | 00:03:00 | ||
| Add the Handle | 00:04:00 | ||
| Add the Second Piece of Luggage | 00:06:00 | ||
| Module 06: How to Create a Modern Flat Design Bar Scene | |||
| Explore the Project | 00:02:00 | ||
| Create the Shelves First | 00:07:00 | ||
| Add the Lamp | 00:07:00 | ||
| Create the Beer Tap | 00:10:00 | ||
| Create the Bar Stools | 00:07:00 | ||
| Add the Beer Mug | 00:06:00 | ||
| Add the Foam | 00:06:00 | ||
| Start with The Lager Bottle | 00:06:00 | ||
| Add the Cap | 00:05:00 | ||
| Add the Neck Label – 1 | 00:04:00 | ||
| Add the Main Label – 2 | 00:09:00 | ||
| Add the Shading | 00:04:00 | ||
| Start Creating the Second Beer Bottle | 00:07:00 | ||
| Add the Cap | 00:06:00 | ||
| Add the Label | 00:05:00 | ||
| Add the Logo and The Text | 00:06:00 | ||
| Start Creating the Wine Bottle | 00:04:00 | ||
| Add the Neck and The First Label | 00:03:00 | ||
| Add the Main Label | 00:02:00 | ||
| Add the Grapes Logo | 00:04:00 | ||
| Add the Text to The Label | 00:05:00 | ||
| Add the First Glass | 00:04:00 | ||
| Pour Some Wine and Add the Shading | 00:03:00 | ||
| Start Creating the Whiskey Bottle | 00:05:00 | ||
| Add the Cap | 00:04:00 | ||
| Bend Sides of The Bottle | 00:03:00 | ||
| Adding the Label11 | 00:03:00 | ||
| Add the Text | 00:05:00 | ||
| Add the Glass and The Ice Cubes | 00:05:00 | ||
| Create the Champagne Bottle | 00:09:00 | ||
| Add the Main Label | 00:04:00 | ||
| Create the Champagne Glass | 00:06:00 | ||
| Create the Tequila Bottle | 00:06:00 | ||
| Add the Sombrero Cap | 00:04:00 | ||
| Add the Main Label with The Cactus | 00:06:00 | ||
| Create the Tequila Glass | 00:05:00 | ||
| Create the Lime? | 00:04:00 | ||
| Put the Lime Inside the Glass | 00:02:00 | ||
| Finish the Project | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 07: How to Create a Modern Flat Design Home Office | |||
| Explore the Design | 00:01:00 | ||
| Start with The Background | 00:08:00 | ||
| Create the Clock | 00:08:00 | ||
| Start Creating the Picture | 00:07:00 | ||
| Add the Boat | 00:07:00 | ||
| Create the Folders | 00:06:00 | ||
| Create the Printer | 00:08:00 | ||
| Add the Router | 00:04:00 | ||
| Create a Computer | 00:10:00 | ||
| Create the Lamp | 00:10:00 | ||
| Finish the Project | 00:04:00 | ||
| Module 08: How to Create a Modern Flat Design Night Camping Scene | |||
| Introduction to The Project | 00:02:00 | ||
| Create the Sky and The Stars | 00:11:00 | ||
| Add the Moon | 00:09:00 | ||
| Create the Mountains | 00:06:00 | ||
| Create the Trees | 00:06:00 | ||
| Create the Tent | 00:09:00 | ||
| Add the Entrance | 00:04:00 | ||
| Add the Backpack | 00:07:00 | ||
| Create the Stove | 00:08:00 | ||
| Create the Fire | 00:04:00 | ||
| Create the Wheels | 00:07:00 | ||
| Add the Bumpers | 00:07:00 | ||
| Add the Paint Job and The Lights | 00:06:00 | ||
| Add the Windows | 00:07:00 | ||
| Add the Reflections | 00:04:00 | ||
| Add the Side Mirror | 00:04:00 | ||
| Add the Roof | 00:04:00 | ||
| Finish the Project | 00:03:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Assignment -Modern Flat Design in Affinity Designer | 3 weeks, 3 days | ||
| Order Your Certificate | |||
| Order Your Certificate QLS | 00:00:00 | ||
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