Self Publish Greeting Cards

🚀 Design Your Own Greeting Cards: A Self-Publishing Masterclass with Delores Orridge Naskrent

🖌️ Course Headline: Unlock the Secrets of Self-Publishing Greeting Cards: Elevate Your Illustrator and Photoshop Skills

Hey there, fellow artists and card enthusiasts! 😊

If you've ever dreamt of turning your artistic talents into a profitable venture with greeting cards, this is the course for you! As an experienced instructor with a passion for greeting card design, I'm thrilled to guide you through the entire process of creating eye-catching, saleable designs for children's birthday cards—one of the most popular types in the industry.

Course Overview:

In my first class, we covered the ins and outs of self-publishing greeting cards. This time around, we're diving into the production aspect, focusing on everyday cards, especially those for kids' birthdays. With over 50% of the market dedicated to these cards, mastering this niche can open up a world of opportunities.

What You'll Learn:

• Conceptualizing Motifs: How to come up with adorable and marketable motifs that will make your cards stand out.

• Illustrator Mastery:

  • Importing drawings and tracing them with precision.
  • Creating a simple brush for inking in Illustrator.
  • Adjusting the brush for different effects.
  • Converting line art to shapes for easy color filling.

• Photoshop Wizardry:

  • Importing your critter into Photoshop and working with layers and layer effects for a professional finish.
  • Creating simple backgrounds using Photoshop brushes to complement your designs.
  • Manipulating typography to perfection.
  • Finishing your card with the necessary art prep for final upload or presentation.
  • Mastering the art of creating and utilizing mock-ups with smart objects, ensuring your design looks its best wherever it's displayed.

Hands-On Learning:

• Step-by-Step Workflow: I'll walk you through my exact process for designing a children's birthday card, from concept to completion.
• Project Files: You'll receive a mock-up I produced that you can use for free!
• Expert Guidance: With over 30 minutes of instruction and insider secrets, you're set up for success.
• Templates and Mockups: Gain access to Photoshop templates and a ready-to-use mockup to streamline your design process.

Course Highlights:

• Easy-to-Follow Instructions: Detailed steps to create cute motifs, enhance your Illustrator and Photoshop skills, and prepare your card for the market.
• Comprehensive Guide: Learn how to adjust brushes, work with layers and effects, create backgrounds, manipulate typography, and more!
• Real-World Application: You'll learn how to present your card for sale, whether it be on online marketplaces or through a publishing company.
• Community Engagement: Share your finished card as a project for this class and join a community of learners for support and discussion.

Ready to Start Your Journey?

This course is perfect for those new to creating greeting cards or looking to refine their design process. By the end, you'll have all the tools you need to begin monetizing your art with greeting cards. 🎨❤️💫

Don't wait—dive into this course today and take the first step towards turning your artistic passion into a profitable business! Let's create, share, and grow together. Enroll now and let the creativity flow! 🎉✨

Note: This course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of designing greeting cards for the market. With the knowledge and skills acquired, you'll be well-equipped to produce professional-looking designs that can be sold or pitched to greeting card companies. Let's embark on this creative journey together! 🚀💌