​Design is communication.

Besides being a meaningful form of self-expression, good design is vital for clear communication. It brings structure, order and clarity to your content and has the power to convey your message in a way that some words can't.

From the imagery you use to the fonts that you choose, each element speaks a visual language that can either inspire or repel the people you want to serve.

Just like good design can engage your true fans—cluttered websites, or clashing designs can evoke negative emotions that can turn off potential clients or leave a bad impression that diminishes credibility.

This course is for folks who want to make simple, visually-appealing marketing materials that resonate with their audience but still feels authentic to who they are—even if they don't possess an ounce of artistry.

Aesthetics go beyond just making something pretty—it's about understanding how to intentionally craft content that's clear, easy to read, builds trust and enhances your reader’s experience.

By knowing a few basic principles, and using a few simple tools, you can feel confident knowing your visual marketing reflects who you are and speaks to your audience in a sincere, heartfelt way. 💛

($100 USD)

You’re in the right place if...

  • You've got a skill or product you’d love to share with the world...
    ...but your online presence (website, social media graphics, marketing materials) don't reflect the true quality of your work (or experience).

  • You want your visuals to evoke and inspire...
    ...but no matter how hard you try, you can't seem to hack your way past mediocrity.

  • You know that visuals aren't the most important thing in your business…
    ...but you don't want to scare off potential clients or leave a bad impression that diminishes your credibility -- with bad design.
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  • You’re a small business owner who doesn’t have the budget to hire a designer…
    ...and you want simple tools as well as a workflow that helps you create consistent, cohesive designs that attract and engage your dream clients!


In this course, you’ll learn:

  • Basic design principles so you can confidently create graphics for your website and social media

  • Basic color harmony and font psychology so you can choose fonts and colors that embody you and your business

  • How to work with photos and where to source high-quality images

  • A system to simplify and streamline your workflow so you can stop wasting time trying to figure out where to start with designs

  • Free and easy tools to help you craft well-balanced designs that engage your ideal audience

  • Simple templates for Facebook posts and event covers, text-based graphics and YouTube thumbnails

  • Tips and tricks for designing in Canva

  • Dos and don'ts for designing a sales page that is clear and engaging
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($100 USD)

What you’ll get:

  • Three 75-minute course sessions -- Lifetime access to all videos and resources.
 
  • Color psychology 101 guidebook

  • Simple Brand Workbook: a mini-guide for finding brand keywords
 
  • Moodboard template
 
  • 50-page resource guide with checklists
 
  • Examples, design templates, and demonstration of the tools
 
  • Course Directory to connect with peers for mutual feedback
 
  • Access to 2 months of Bonus Q&A calls with George Kao
$100 USD
Meet Your Instructor:
PictureKrista Bauer, Visual Marketing Instructor
Hey, I'm Krista Bauer, an avid do-it-yourselfer and mother of four (two with fur) who believes that aesthetics make life more enjoyable.

As a hobby artist who occupied an inner-city art studio and fulfilled a life-long dream of having my paintings displayed on gallery walls, color harmony and composition seem to come to me more readily than most.

Even with this natural ability, my initial designs screamed "amateur", and detracted from my content, which is why I've invested so much time and money to expand the skill of visual marketing. 

When I began my entrepreneurial journey five years ago, I didn't intend to offer design support to fellow coaches and healers. However, my colleagues loved my clean and simple aesthetic and asked me to create websites and graphics for them, too!

I think it goes to show that by understanding the basics and knowing how to navigate the tools, anyone can improve their design ability and feel confident crafting simple graphics and web pages that look professional and convey their message authentically. ​