Architects are always designing new projects and creating things, so a portfolio to show your skills and experience is vital.
Learn in this course the essential techniques to create an outstanding portfolio.
5h+ of premium content
Learn technical and visual skills
InDesign template included
Lifetime access
Subtitles EN, ES, PT
Watch the first lesson to know more about the course!
Yes, we are aware that there are countless Adobe InDesign courses available, quite literally, a ton of them. However, none of them are specifically curated to architecture portfolios, and even more importantly, are designed with the needs of architects in mind.
We understand that architecture schools expect you to know how to build a great portfolio, but they often don't teach the necessary software skills or the visual and composition techniques to effectively achieve that
As architects, we have to juggle multiple programs and skills, and our time is valuable. That's why it's crucial to prioritize what we invest our time in.
So in InDesign, if you learn a handful of specific tools, some tabs and windows, a couple of important settings, and the core elements of creating an outstanding portfolio, you’re all set!
Specific tools, some tabs and windows, a couple of important settings, ...
Contrast, hierarchy, pace, whitespace, type of pages, purpose, and a lot more...
Spreads should have enough space so that the viewer understands each piece of information at a time. It's less about the overall page design and more about the content in them!
More than 5 hours of premium content. Discover what's inside this course.
Control the Narrative: A portfolio with pages allows you to shape the story and reveal information at your own pace, ensuring a compelling narrative.
Influence Attention: By utilizing contrast and hierarchy, you can guide the viewer's focus to specific areas of the page and emphasize the most relevant drawings in each composition.
Streamlined Evaluation: Present a curated portfolio that allows for efficient assessment, making it easier for employers or universities to review your work.
Seamless Sharing: Easily send the document across multiple platforms, whether attaching it to an email or uploading it to online platforms like ISSUU
No focus: On a personal website, you can't control how people navigate, potentially causing them to miss important information.
Complex Evaluation: With hundreds of applicants, relying on employers or universities to navigate your website can add complexity to the evaluation process.
Hosting Limitations: Personal websites often have generic templates and costs associated with custom URLs or require web design skills for uniqueness.
A personal website adds value to your application by extending your online presence, but it should be viewed as an additional step in showcasing your work. Prioritizing a well-crafted, outstanding portfolio ensures a direct and impactful presentation of your skills and accomplishments.
For those of you starting architecture school, you may be wondering why Adobe InDesign is the ideal choice over Illustrator or Photoshop.
While AI and PS excel in drawings, renderings, and single compositions, Adobe InDesign shines in organizing and cataloging your projects.
With InDesign, you can effortlessly create multi-page documents, including facing pages, which is vital to properly design spreads.
Included in this course is an InDesign template file with many examples for all 5 portfolio spread types.
The goal of this course is to empower you with technical and composition knowledge to create or update an existing portfolio.
While each portfolio should be distinct and unique, having a template can provide a helpful starting point. You can draw inspiration from the file, experiment with new ideas, explore different compositions, and adapt elements to achieve a result that truly represents your work.
This course is not just about learning InDesign. We want you to feel comfortable using the software, but that's not all. A substantial part of our lessons focuses on the essential elements of creating an outstanding portfolio. We go beyond technical aspects to help you understand what makes a portfolio great.
Our lessons are designed to be easy to follow. All the shortcuts appear on the screen and modules are divided into 7 to 20 minutes, allowing flexible learning at your own pace.
From beginners to intermediate or advanced users, our course covers everything you need to know about InDesign tools, settings, and software moves. Gain valuable insights and discussions on the core elements of a portfolio.
Once enrolled, enjoy unlimited access to the course. Take your time to complete it and revisit the content whenever you want. Upon completion, receive a certificate as proof of your accomplishment.
We strive to make our course accessible to everyone. English, Spanish, and Portuguese subtitles are available, ensuring inclusive learning for a diverse range of learners.
Take a look at the requirements and extra info to make the best out of this course.
As the course name suggests, Adobe InDesign is necessary for creating portfolios. Ideally, the most recent Creative Cloud version is recommended, but any CC version should work well.
A portfolio is the result of your projects; therefore, the lessons are not focused on creating a portfolio together, from start to finish. Instead, the goal is to equip you with essential knowledge so you can compose the best version of your portfolio based on your unique projects.
While adding personality to your portfolio is crucial, the included InDesign templates in the course files provide a valuable head start, helping you in the initial stages of your portfolio creation process.
We have gathered feedback from some of our students who have taken this course, offering you insight into what to expect from our premium content.
If desired, you have the option to split the course investment into two monthly payments.
Yes, the course offers English, Spanish, and Portuguese subtitles.
Yes, the course offers English, Spanish, and PortAbsolutely! The course is designed with video lessons as step-by-step tutorials, allowing you to follow along at your preferred pace. You have the flexibility to re-watch the lessons as many times as needed and fit them into your work/study schedule. Lifetime access ensures you can revisit the content whenever you want.uguese subtitles.
No worries! If you are already creating architectural drawings/images for university or client projects, you'll be able to easily follow the lessons. InDesign is primarily used for organizing and cataloging existing projects, and it does not require high computer specifications
Yes! You can purchase the course with two monthly payments under the Pricing Options. But be advised that failing to pay both installments automatically unenrolls you from the course. Feel free to read our terms-of-use.
Not a problem. The majority of the course's content can be completed with versions from the last 5 years or so. If you have an older version, you may need to make slight adaptations, but it is not a limiting factor in the learning experience.
I understand that there are numerous online courses available, some even emphasizing extensive hours of content they offer. However, I value your time and have taken a different approach
So, by "premium course," I mean step-by-step lessons with a focused and concise delivery, prioritizing what truly matters to you so you don't invest more time than needed in learning a new skill.
Instead of creating the course in a "freestyle" manner, I meticulously scripted and fine-tuned every lesson, ensuring that only the most relevant information is included. This approach allows me to deliver a concise course that avoids redundancy and unnecessary information. Additionally, I have invested extra effort into editing to enhance the visual appeal and facilitate the learning process.
