An Introduction to creating designs using Canva (in-person session)

Canva is a design tool that has thousands of ready to use templates at your fingertips, make the most of it by attending this session.

By GVS (Glamorgan Voluntary Services)

Date and time

Location

St Paul's Community Centre

Arcot Street Penarth CF64 1EU United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

About this event

Event lasts 3 hours

Canva www.canva.com is a design tool that has thousands of ready to use templates at your fingertips enabling you to create quick, easy and effective social media graphics, posters, business cards, flyers, presentations and more!

Canva is free for basic use. A Pro version with added features is available at a cost but is free if you are a registered charity!

The session will cover:

How to navigate Canva’s home page
How to choose a template for your design
How to create a blank design of the size you choose
How to find, add fonts to suit your brand’s image
How to add, move, resize and rotate images
How to add elements – boxes, circles etc
How to insert your saved images including logos
How to duplicate your creations to assist with progressing designs
How to remove image backgrounds, add paid for images, resize any designs (Canva Pro)
How to save the file as a PDF, PNG, JPG
Optional 30mins at the end of the session to produce a graphic of your choice using Canva (ideally sign up to Canva prior to the session to make full use of this practical element)

Organised by

GVS (Glamorgan Voluntary Services)

Empowering people, Inspiring Excellence, Strengthening Communities

Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) is an independent charity and has a flourishing membership of voluntary and community organisations active in the Vale of Glamorgan. We help to improve the quality of life of people and communities by supporting volunteers, volunteering opportunities and voluntary groups.