Typography & Color Theory Fundamentals
Build a solid foundation in the core principles that govern effective visual communication and design harmony through systematic study of typography and color relationships.
Course Investment
LKR 32,000
12-Week Program
Foundation Certificate
Elegance
Clarity
Precision
The Foundation of All Great Design
Typography and color are the DNA of visual communication. Master these fundamentals, and you'll have the tools to create compelling designs in any medium.
Typography Mastery
Learn to select, pair, and arrange type with precision. Understand the anatomy of letterforms and how typography conveys emotion and meaning.
Color Psychology
Understand how colors affect human psychology and behavior. Create harmonious palettes that support your design objectives and brand messaging.
Visual Hierarchy
Master the art of guiding viewer attention through strategic use of typography and color. Create clear information structures that communicate effectively.
Typography + Color
See Typography & Color in Action
Interactive examples of fundamental principles
Typography Hierarchy
Primary Heading
Secondary Heading
Tertiary Heading
Body text maintains readability while supporting the hierarchical structure. Notice how font weight, size, and color work together to create clear information flow.
Caption text provides supplementary information
Principle: Clear hierarchy guides reader attention and improves comprehension
Color Harmonies
Complementary Colors
Analogous Colors
Triadic Colors
Principle: Color relationships create visual balance and emotional impact
12-Week Learning Path
Structured progression from basics to advanced applications
Typography Track
Weeks 1-3: Typography Basics
Letterforms, typeface classification, font anatomy, and reading mechanics
Weeks 4-6: Font Selection & Pairing
Choosing appropriate typefaces, creating harmonious combinations
Weeks 7-9: Layout & Spacing
Leading, kerning, tracking, and micro-typography principles
Weeks 10-12: Advanced Applications
Custom typography, expressive type, and brand typography systems
Color Theory Track
Weeks 1-3: Color Fundamentals
Color wheel, properties, temperature, and basic color relationships
Weeks 4-6: Color Psychology
Emotional impact, cultural associations, and perceptual effects
Weeks 7-9: Palette Creation
Harmonious color schemes, brand palette development
Weeks 10-12: Advanced Color
Color in different media, accessibility, and color management
Student Foundation Projects
See how mastering fundamentals transforms design quality
Typographic Poster Series
Exploring expressive typography while maintaining readability and hierarchy.
Brand Color Systems
Developing comprehensive color palettes for different brand personalities.
Magazine Layout Design
Combining typography and color for optimal reading experience and visual appeal.
Essential Typography and Color Theory Education in Sri Lanka
Typography and color theory form the fundamental building blocks of all successful visual communication. Our comprehensive program ensures students develop deep understanding of these essential elements before advancing to specialized design applications. This foundation-first approach consistently produces designers with superior aesthetic judgment and technical precision.
The systematic study of letterforms, spacing, and color relationships enables students to make informed design decisions rather than relying on intuition alone. This analytical approach to visual elements distinguishes professionally trained designers from self-taught practitioners in Sri Lanka's competitive creative marketplace.
Our curriculum emphasizes practical application of theoretical knowledge through hands-on projects that demonstrate how typography and color choices impact communication effectiveness. Students develop portfolios that showcase mastery of fundamental principles while exploring personal creative expression within established frameworks.
Industry professionals consistently identify strong typography and color skills as primary differentiators when evaluating design portfolios. Our graduates report increased confidence in design decision-making and improved ability to articulate creative choices to clients and colleagues, leading to enhanced career prospects and professional credibility.
Master the Fundamentals of Great Design
Next foundation course starts January 2025
Foundation Includes
- 12-week foundation program
- Typography & color certification
- Prerequisite for advanced courses
- Design fundamentals portfolio
Investment Options
Full Payment
LKR 32,000
Best Value
Monthly Plan
LKR 9,000
4 monthly payments
Foundation course graduates receive 20% discount on all advanced programs