Expanding my designing skills

[DistressedDiva]

I am a self taught Graphic designer. I do logos, brochures, some website stuff, etc. I am good with photoshop, and can manage illustrator and in design pretty well. I used to design digital scrapbooking stuff back in the day (2005 and 2006) but stopped because I felt I was lacking some knowledge.

I would love to get back in to it but I'm not sure where to start. I feel like I am still missing some essential skills needed. So where would you recommend that I go to learn? Is there any websites?

Is there any design mentors out there that would take me under there wing? Haha any help would be appreciated!

Thanks!
Jenn

[Terra]

There are classes at both Scrap Orchard and JessicaSprague.com if you're looking for classes

[ChristineM]

I can definitely recommend the classes at Scrap Orchard! I have 2 that I'm working through, really worth it IMO

[wendyzine]

I have an ebook on the business side of designing.



And, you might be interested in this free manual on quality issues.

[Magicaldreamr89]

I also have wondered this very thing.. But I have no Idea where to look. Hope you find what your looking for.

[Diane]

Jenn, what specifically do you think you're missing? It sounds like you have a good foundation of technical skills. I also started back in 2005. I worked at Scrap Girls and while alot has changed and scrap kits have evolved, the basic requirements for having a good eye for design, colour and detail are pretty much the same. Email me if you'd like to chat some more about it privately mail@dianerooney.co.uk

I'd be happy to help if I can.