Canva Typography Design Tutorial

Introduction

Enhance your typography designs with this easy Canva tutorial. We'll guide you through creating two professional-looking letter art designs.

Design Steps

Letter Design 1: Uranus

1. Canvas Setup: Select YouTube thumbnail size (1280x720 pixels) for the canvas.
2. Image Selection: Choose a photo of the planet Uranus from the photo library.
3. Frame Selection: Pick a letter frame, specifically "U" for Uranus and Universe.
4. Image Placement:
   • Adjust the transparency to position the planet within the letter frame.
   • Duplicate the image, move it into the letter, and align it with the background image.
5. Background Removal: Remove the background from the planet image, ensuring all pixels are erased.
6. 3D Effect: Duplicate the letter to create a shadow effect by adjusting its position and depth.
7. Adjustments: Modify settings such as brightness, contrast, highlights, and shadows for both the letter and planet to enhance visibility.
8. Border and Glow Effect: Apply a border to the first letter, and add a glow effect to the planet behind the letters.
9. Background Gradient: Use gradient colors to match the planet image, creating a cohesive look.
10. Additional Elements: Incorporate star graphics to add interest and detail.

Letter Design 2: Astronaut

1. New Page Setup: Add a new page and delete the existing background.
2. Image Selection: Pick a photo of an astronaut, align it with the letter frame "A".
3. Image Manipulation:
   • Flip the astronaut image horizontally.
   • Change transparency to position the astronaut within the letter frame.
   • Duplicate the image, remove the background, and align it with the letter.
4. 3D Effect: Apply similar 3D effects and adjustments as in Design 1.
5. Border Application: Add a white border to match the astronaut's suit.
6. Background and Elements: Select a gradient background and integrate nebula graphics.
7. Final Adjustments:
   • Make minor adjustments to ensure seamless layering.
   • Add scattered star elements for a final touch.

Conclusion

Your typography designs are ready to be exported in PNG format. Enjoy your creative journey with Canva typography design.

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