Who should attend?
Push Your Creativity Further: Advanced CorelDraw Training Courses
For those who have already mastered the basics or are self-taught and ready to move beyond simple layouts, our advanced CorelDraw training courses provide the deep-dive expertise you need. Whether you are looking to learn CorelDraw for high-end vector illustration, complex technical drawing, or professional print production, this course bridges the gap between knowing the tools and mastering the workflow.
We take a consultative approach to your learning. During the session, time is specifically set aside to discuss your unique projects. We actively encourage delegates to bring examples of their own work to the course, allowing the trainer to help you troubleshoot real-world challenges and refine your specific design process.
What You Will Achieve:
Advanced Vector Mastery:M Harness complex path operations, precision drawing tools, and sophisticated effects.
Streamlined Workflows: Learn time-saving techniques to manage large-scale projects and intricate illustrations with ease.
Consultative Problem Solving: Get expert feedback on your own live files to solve "on-the-job" technical difficulties.
Professional Print Prep: Master the nuances of color management and prepress to ensure your CorelDraw files are perfect for the printer.
Note: This course is ideal for those who have completed our Introductory CorelDraw course or have equivalent hands-on experience with the software.
Bespoke Training for Your Team
We can host this CorelDraw training course at your own premises, allowing us to customize the curriculum to your company's specific output—from signage and engraving to textile design and marketing.
Cost: Just £415 (+VAT) per day for up to two people.
Additional Delegates: Only £75 (+VAT) per person.
Ongoing Support: Includes full course reference notes and our dedicated email support to assist you with your projects long after the training ends.
(Trainer travel and accommodation charged at cost where required).
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Ready to master your design workflow? Contact us today to book your advanced session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I’m self-taught; can I skip the Intro course and go straight to Advanced?
A: Many users who learn CorelDraw on their own find that they have "gaps" in their foundational knowledge. If you are comfortable with the basic interface and tools, you can join the advanced course. We can always spend a little time revisiting specific core features if you need a quick refresher.
Q: Can the trainer help me with a specific project I’m currently working on?
A: Yes! We highly recommend bringing examples of your own work. This turns the CorelDraw training course into a practical workshop where you can solve real-world problems using your own files.
Q: Does the course cover the latest version of CorelDraw?
A: Yes. We keep our training strictly up-to-date with the latest software releases, but we are also happy to adapt the training if your business is still using an older version of the suite.
Q: Is this course suitable for technical illustrators?
A: Absolutely. CorelDraw is a powerhouse for technical drawing. The advanced course covers the precision tools and object management features that are essential for high-accuracy technical illustrations.
Course Content
What you can expect to learn on this CorelDraw training course:
Customising the User Interface
- Creating Custom Toolbars and Shortcuts
- Setting User Defined Preferences
- Optimising CorelDraw for Power Users
- Customising Default Object Styles
Using Templates
- Loading Templates With and Without Artwork
- Creating and Using Artistic Text, Paragraph Text and Graphics Objects Styles
- Editing Styles
Colour Styles
- Creating Colour Styles from Artwork
- Creating Custom Colour Styles
- Creating Custom Child Colours
Page Setup and Layout
- Creating Booklets and Brochures
- Using the Rulers and Grids
- Drawing to Scale
Fitting Text to Paths
- Exploring the Text on a Path options
- Editing Text on Path
- Text in Non-Rectangular Frames
Working with Bézier Curves
- Using the Free Hand and Bézier Tools
- Using the Shape Tool
- Creating Bézier Objects
- Using the Knife and Eraser Tools
- Using Weld, Intersect and Trim to Create Complex Shapes
Working with Merge Fields
- Setting up a Data File
- Inserting Merge Fields in Artwork
- Previewing the Output
- Creating a Print Merge
Adding Barcodes and QR Codes to CorelDraw Artwork
- Using the Barcode Wizard
- Converting the Barcode Bitmap to a Vector Object
- Using the QR Code Generator
- Saving the QR Code Image
- Inserting the QR Code in CorelDraw Artwork
- Converting the QR Code to a Vector Object
Complex Fills
- Custom Fountain Fills
- Custom Pattern Fills
- Mesh Warp
The Interactive Effects Tools
- Interactive Blend
- Interactive Extrude
- Interactive Contour
- Interactive Distort
- Interactive Envelope
- Interactive Drop Shadow
- Interactive Transparency
- Creating Roll-Overs for Web-Based Interactive Features
- Adding Perspective to Artwork
The Artistic Media Tool
- Using the Artistic Media Tool and Property Bar
- Creating, Editing and Applying Artistic Media to Existing Objects
Lens Effects
- Exploring the Lens Features
Power Clip
- Power Clipping Images and Graphics to non-rectangular frames
- Setting Power Clip Defaults
Working with Bitmaps (Raster) Images
- Converting Artwork to Bitmaps
- Resampling Bitmaps
- Effects Filters
- Cropping Bitmaps
- Bitmap Colour Mask
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