Session 5 - Principles for creating great Flyers

Creating a Flyer

Before you create a flyer, there are a few design principles worth considering.

Read the following article on creating a flyer

http://libraryaware.uservoice.com/knowledgebase/articles/94566-tip-flyers-and-posters

Using Word

So how can you apply these tips using Word?

Use Text Boxes and/or Sidebars

Use good quality images

• Use the web to find royalty free images, stock photos, or Creative Commons Images
• Use your own images
• Use images from Word or Microsoft online that are high quality or striking

Other Tools

Use shapes to add colour splashes

Use Arrange to layer objects

Use Bullets

Use a Template

Here is my completed Flyer

Interesting Articles

http://copywritematters.com/good-bad-brochure-copywriting/



https://designschool.canva.com/blog/50-brilliant-flyer-designs/

http://www.printaholic.com/15-tips-for-writing-effective-flyers/

http://design.tutsplus.com/articles/10-top-tips-for-creating-awesome-event-flyers--cms-25378

ACTIVITY

Create a flyer for one of the following:

•     General Come visit the library
•     Opening of new branch
•     Revamp of Mobile Library
•     StoryTime for Toddlers

Critique flyers created by your classmates based on the tips you read above.