Learning to Craft Visual Wonders through an Enlightening Design Odyssey!

On an unassuming Friday afternoon, while we twiddled our thumbs and wondered what to expect, Annapoorni Chandrashekar came in like a fairy godmother and introduced us to the exciting world of #Canva with a deep dive into the collaborative tools, AI and new elements. We went into the session hoping to learn everything that’s new on Canva and we were not disappointed!

We’re sharing a tiny glimpse into the exciting new information (for us, maybe not for everyone) and learning we gained from the power-packed, fun and energetic session.

The session started with @AnnapoorniChandrashekhar reintroducing our design and project teams to the art of crafting design hierarchy, where every visual element is meticulously organized to ensure the audience absorbs the most critical messages first. As we delved into the nuances of visual storytelling, we felt our confidence heighten to not only convey information but to create an immersive experience for our audience. From captivating (and correct) headlines that grab attention to supporting visuals that reinforce the narrative, the design hierarchy becomes a conductor, orchestrating a symphony of visual elements that leaves a lasting impression.

We were most delighted to learn that not only can we incorporate our branding (or our client’s branding) into whatever product/material we develop using Canva’s Brand feature, but that all our designers will have automatic access to it! This would mean we don’t have to change colours or add the brand identity from scratch into each file, it comes preloaded thanks to this marvellous AI feature. What a relief to not have to email the brand to every single person in office, every time there is a small change. Phew!

We learnt a lot about flourish and other AI features in Canva. The Whiteboard feature took our project team's excitement for collaboration to crazy heights (their excited faces were? cute and quite hilarious)! Imagine a canvas where ideas flow seamlessly, fostering collaboration and turning brainstorming sessions into dynamic, interactive experiences. The ease of use, coupled with the ability to visually organize thoughts and concepts, brought a wave of enthusiasm among our project management team members.

Supercharged by the session, we would like to once again extend our heartfelt gratitude to Annapoorni Chandrashekar and #CanvaIndia for this wonderful session and for bolstering our zest towards our design mission.

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