Forem: Design YouTube

Bring Your Own Laptop: Building the Ultimate Designer Desk (Full Build)

Design YouTube — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:06:33 +0000

Ever wondered what goes into crafting the ultimate designer desk? This awesome project isn't just about buying parts; it's a full-on "built not bought" journey from a simple mood board to a super functional workspace. Get ready for a deep dive into custom plywood, sleek cedar edging, and eye-popping Tangerine orange steel legs!

This epic build involved everything from sketching in Illustrator and 3D modeling in Fusion 360 to awkward welding lessons and 3D scanning for bespoke bits. Think recessed monitors, a custom-printed laptop dock, and even a personalized footrest – all culminating in a seriously pro studio setup made with a ton of DIY ingenuity.

Watch on YouTube

Adobe Creative Cloud: Make a surreal VFX composition with Jordan Jaiyeola using Adobe Stock | Adobe Creative Cloud

Design YouTube — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:07:56 +0000

Get ready to dive into the wild world of VFX! Jordan Jaiyeola is dropping a tutorial on how to craft your very own grungy, surreal visual masterpiece.

He’ll walk you through the whole creative journey, from sketching out your killer concept and finding all those perfect assets (even pulling from Adobe Stock in Premiere!) to then smashing it all together in After Effects for some epic motion and depth before hitting it with killer sound design back in Premiere.

Watch on YouTube

Adobe Creative Cloud: Edit smarter with Mariah Winter using the Adobe Stock panel in Premiere | Adobe Creative Cloud

Design YouTube — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 22:08:16 +0000

Ever wish you could edit videos faster without sacrificing quality? Mariah Winter's spilled the beans on her secret sauce: using the Adobe Stock panel directly within Premiere Pro! This trick lets her search, preview, and license everything from music to sound effects right from her project, keeping her workflow super smooth.

No more messy downloads or endless folder digging means you can stay in your creative zone and pump out awesome edits way more efficiently.

Watch on YouTube

Gareth David Studio: Stop Guessing. USE This Graphic Design Process!

Design YouTube — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:08:00 +0000

Feeling a bit lost when starting a graphic design project? Don't sweat it! Many new designers struggle with where to begin, making the whole process feel like a shot in the dark. The secret sauce? A killer design process that acts like your personal roadmap, guiding you from a fuzzy idea to a dazzling final solution with confidence.

This process breaks it down into four key phases: first, you learn and discover the concept's heart; next, you dive into visual exploration to cook up designs; then, you get down to crafting and refining the actual artwork; and finally, you master the art of presenting your masterpiece. It's all about clarity and purpose!

Watch on YouTube

Bring Your Own Laptop: Procreate Essentials Course Launch Party!

Design YouTube — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:06:00 +0000

Heads up, digital artists! A snazzy new Procreate Essentials Course has just launched, featuring art wizard Nathan Brown. He's ready to spill all the secrets, showing you exactly what Procreate does, who it's perfect for, and killer pro tips to make this intuitive app your new design bestie.

Join the fun with a live Q&A where you can get all your questions answered and truly see why this digital illustration tool might be the upgrade your toolkit needs!

Watch on YouTube

Bring Your Own Laptop: Procreate for Designers: Essential Tool or Just a Toy?

Design YouTube — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:05:15 +0000

Ever wondered if Procreate can ditch its "artist's toy" label and actually help designers? This content dives deep, putting Procreate through its paces from a design angle!

It's all about seeing if this app can seriously bridge the gap from rough sketches to snazzy designs without immediately jumping into Illustrator. Expect insights on custom brushes, coloring tricks, and a solid verdict for all you Adobe loyalists! There's even a free brush to snag!

Watch on YouTube

Adobe Creative Cloud: How Simon Sanjur makes mixed media animations using Adobe Stock | Adobe Creative Cloud

Design YouTube — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:07:34 +0000

Get the lowdown on how creator Simon Sanjur whips up stunning mixed media animations! He spills the beans on his secret sauce, using Adobe Stock right within Premiere and After Effects to find inspiration, shoot scenes, grab awesome visuals, and tie it all together.

And hey, this is all powered by Adobe Creative Cloud, which isn't just a bunch of tools. It's your creative playground, packing all the pro apps, cloud storage for your goodies, and a global community to inspire and connect with.

Watch on YouTube

Gareth David Studio: The MINDSET of a Good Graphic Designer

Design YouTube — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:06:32 +0000

Forget just skills, being a top-notch graphic designer is all about rocking the right mindset! It’s a whole life journey, not just a job, filled with specific traits and habits that help you grow and shine.

This deep dive uncovers the 20 qualities that make a great designer, like loving communication, being super curious, passionate about problem-solving, and a lifelong learner. Basically, it'll help you figure out if this creative path is your jam!

Watch on YouTube

Gareth David Studio: The Three KEY Types of Design Briefs You’ll Work With

Design YouTube — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:06:24 +0000

Get ready to untangle the wonderful world of design briefs! Not all projects come with the same rules; some briefs let your creativity soar with total freedom, others demand you stick strictly within the lines, and then there's a cool middle ground that offers a bit of both.

Understanding these three key types – Open, Closed, and Flexi briefs – is a total game-changer. It not only shifts how you tackle a project but might even help you figure out what kind of awesome designer you're destined to be!

Watch on YouTube

Adobe Creative Cloud: Creating character compositions with Jordan Jaiyeola using Adobe Stock

Design YouTube — Sat, 14 Mar 2026 02:06:27 +0000

Catch Jordan Jaiyeola's awesome character composition workflow! He shows how Adobe Stock helps supercharge his final pieces, making them pop.

Dive into his journey from initial concepts to building scenes, then polishing everything in Premiere and bringing it all to life with After Effects' motion graphics magic.

Watch on YouTube

Adobe Creative Cloud: Explore the new Adobe Stock Panel in Adobe Premiere with Madi Arteaga

Design YouTube — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:05:30 +0000

Madi Arteaga is totally leveling up her collage art by seamlessly layering videos with the shiny new Adobe Stock panel in Premiere! Gone are the days of endless searching; the Adobe Stock Unlimited plan gives her a massive library of graphics right at her fingertips, making it a breeze to bring her storytelling to life.

Watch on YouTube

Gareth David Studio: What Separates GOOD Designers From GREAT Ones

Design YouTube — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:06:51 +0000

Great designers aren't just good with tools; they also have a killer mindset that sets them apart. It's about blending solid skills like ideation and craft with a whole bunch of awesome habits and traits that let them truly shine.

Think being super curious, loving communication, solving problems like a pro, and always being motivated. Throw in being open to feedback, thinking critically, and a passion for lifelong learning, and you've got the secret sauce to being a truly standout designer!

Watch on YouTube