Tutorial: Affinity Designer for Beginners - Step by Step. Learn how to use Affinity Designer Part 1

[@f.d.6667]

25 years with Adobe. But after their -greed- ...er... "subscription" model got out of hand, I transitioned to Affinity. Never regretted it.

[@DetourShirts]

I'm about the same.... I started with Illustrator in 1996 or so.... long time user but I couldn't do the subscription model.... not with my freelance (at the time) being so up and down. I probably can do it now but I've been using Affinity for a while and don't really need Illustrator.

[@fslayer1290]

Exactly the same for me.

[@kareneldred4439]

Just bought Affinity and thank you so much for the simplicity of your tutorial. Others were just way too complicated. Keep going on this. Showing the practical application of the tools really helps. So far, I'm loving the brush tool

[@DetourShirts]

Glad it helped! Great to hear

[@danielrahbar3612]

*Love the timestamps, makes it much easier to rewind when (I think) I missed information.*

[@DetourShirts]

Glad that's helpful

[@makemoneyscout_official]

Fantastic tutorial! 🚀 Clear, concise, and beginner-friendly steps in Affinity Designer. Your explanations make it easy to follow along and grasp the fundamentals. Thanks for sharing your expertise! 👏

[@DetourShirts]

You're very welcome!

[@susanpuckett7682]

The pen tool is my favorite! Thanks for making this video!

[@DetourShirts]

Mine too! You are very welcome

[@kaluku7009]

Perfect timing, just recently i downloaded the free 90 days trial. Thanks,this helps me a lot.

[@DetourShirts]

So glad... Hope to make more and make them better in the future

[@sweettomato1234]

You make this look so easy. Thanks for your simplest tutorial. Appreciate it!

[@DetourShirts]

You're very welcome!

[@madebyj.7353]

My man Juna! You have been releasing sooo much good videos lately. Keep up the good work but make sure that you don’t overwork and burn out ! We need you here on KZbin ❤️

[@DetourShirts]

I appreciate that! Yeah it's fun but I do need to take a break

[@ladytoonny9753]

Thank you, I just bought affinity designer today and your video is very useful.

[@DetourShirts]

Glad it was helpful! Hope you get a ton of great use from it

[@Ceezaee00]

This is so helpful ✨ Please keep making more videos like this. You're saving a life right here ♥️

[@DetourShirts]

Thank you! Will do!

[@artbonita]

This is SO helpful! Excellent video. I have just started reading the AD workbook and watched your video to learn more effectively. Thank you!

[@DetourShirts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chikzdigmohawkz]

Thank you for this. I learned Photoshop & Illustrator in high school & at university, so I keep getting tripped up in Affinity because there are some things that transfer seamlessly, and then there are some things that I'm having to work really hard at figuring out because they're just that little bit different than the other suite. All in all, I really like the Affinity suite, though. ETA: I still haven't figured out how to do a magic wand or lasso select.

[@DetourShirts]

Glad it was helpful! It takes some getting used to for sure

[@jonathanc2757]

Just started learning this to compliment my design abilities. Thx for the info vids.

[@DetourShirts]

Glad to help!

[@nydiaotero314]

Thanks for the video. New with Affinity. I love the brush tool.

[@DetourShirts]

You're welcome!... That brush tool is very cool

[@nydiaotero314]

@@DetourShirts I am a secretary with years of experience using Word for everything, Excel just in some cases and Power Point years ago for presentations. First time using Affinity. I like to learn new things. Trying to work some packaging for my soaps and your videos have been very helpful. I still feel lost because I never worked with a graphic designer program before. I'm on video 2 of your beginner series. Will be watching video 3 today, hopefully. Starting to kind of understand some of the tools. I already worked the information that goes on the front, one of the sides and the back of the packaging. I don't know if I did it right. I used shapes (specifically rectangles) to do the text. It looks like it's working out. Now I just need to decorate the front rectangle. I probably will use some brush strokes 🖌️. Not sure how I will do that. Hope I can make it happen.

[@julial.4476]

Thank you so much! Such a great tutorial! Please keep on making more videos about Affinity Designer.

[@DetourShirts]

Thank you! Will do!

[@hicap06]

I'm just getting started with Affinity designer (windows). A big learning curve for me as I've never used design software before. This really helps! Thank you!

[@DetourShirts]

Glad I could help!

[@dianasdecorativedesigns]

Hi there! Thank you for your series of tutorials on Affinity. I just purchased this software and completely lost on how to use it. I’m interested in designing my own SVG’s to export out so that they can be used as templates for paper crafting. I’m excited to learn about how Affinity works and in hopes I will learn from watching your videos. 😊

[@DetourShirts]

Great to hear! After you create your design you will just have to export to SVG instead of PNG like I do

[@velvetbees]

I bought designer and publisher both on your recommendation. I have 20 years in Photoshop. I love Affinity.

[@DetourShirts]

Awesome... Yeah... I used Illustrator and Photoshop since 1998.... I switched to Affinity about 3 years ago...I love it too

[@bobbybillionXRP]

I download Affinity today, currently going through all your videos... I just found the Rope mode in Stabiliser mode on Pencil tool... I love It

[@DetourShirts]

Great to hear! Yes there is so much it can do... I am very happy with it myself

[@ketk1420]

I really enjoyed many of your videos & many thanks!

[@DetourShirts]

Glad you like them!

[@teresarene1]

I just started my design software journey closest I've gotten to design software is cricut design space lol this is soooooo... much more fun ! I cant wait to explore ur other videos :)

[@DetourShirts]

Thanks for the comment... Best of luck!

[@teresarene1]

Thank you 😀

[@DazsdWTP]

been using illustrator for a while now, got sick of the cost had to wait 3 months to avoid a cancelation fee (tried to use the software more for those 3 months) i had been playing around with different software's more centred on painting but i still need a good vector programme like illustrator and im glad you have this video, really helps the decision to jump on to the software, thank you.

[@DetourShirts]

Glad I could help

[@maldivestokyo2046]

Thanks for the motivation. I wasn't sure if I could do it, but I might try it eventually.

[@DetourShirts]

You can do it!

[@jennaw1471]

Thank you for going down the list of tools!

[@DetourShirts]

My pleasure!

[@WonderfulWorldOfStuff]

Awesome tutorial, Now understanding I can have all my artboard templates on one page & How is a huge game-changer for my daily workload! Templates are such a key part of the preparation to be able to upload smoothly to the multiple POD platforms I use. With the break down of the pen, pencil & brush tools with the nodes to adjust etc, I can't wait to have a play and get acquainted with them and to be able to create better designs with this knowledge. The Artboards ALL on the same page setup is by far my favourite thing right now, it's going to save me soooo much time!!! Looking forward to these next tutorial parts! Super big Thank you, Juna! | Much Love, Peace & Respect! | Stay Safe

[@DetourShirts]

You bet... Thanks for what you are sharing too. Keep it up

[@marisacaruana9809]

Hey Juna, yesterday I purchased Designer using your link. Now I found your tutorials so I'm learning.😁 Thanks

[@DetourShirts]

Wonderful! I got more on the way

[@haileykhoo8927]

I have been waiting for this video for a long time! Thanks🥰 looking forward for part 2

[@DetourShirts]

You’re welcome 😊

[@harley12-j6m]

I really like the brush tool for it's effects, but like you the pen tool I feel will be the most usefull. Thanks for an awesome presentation I feel this will help a lot.

[@DetourShirts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@harley12-j6m]

@@DetourShirts I'm a total beginner and I think this is the best place to start : ) Cheers

[@vetasue]

Dayy 22 with the skeletons has to be my favorite, but A close second is the Day 24 with the No Place Like Home on the red and black raglan shirt. Loved both the design and the mockup on it.

[@DetourShirts]

Great ones. Thanks for sharing. I got a lot of comments on the skeleton one

[@jamlongsaiyot3323]

Fantastic. Thanks for creating this tutorial.

[@DetourShirts]

You're very welcome!

[@minitorestrepo7233]

Love the pen!

[@DetourShirts]

Yes... the pen tool is so powerful

[@crisf7125]

This is great! I already follow you for the shirts designs. I just bought affinity and did a KZbin search for tutorials and you came up! 👍👍

[@DetourShirts]

Awesome! Thank you! Let me know if there is anything I'm missing

[@Commandrew99]

Great video, thanks so much for uploading this!

[@DetourShirts]

My pleasure!

[@shreyanshgajipara]

make my first ever drum loop. I'm not and expert at soft yet but I have learnt a lot at producing and looking back at my journey, I just

[@DetourShirts]

Thanks for the comment

[@ratanachaithamaprot3098]

Thank you for your series of tutorials on Affinity. ^_^

[@DetourShirts]

Glad you like them!

[@ryderintexas]

Your explanations are great and just the right speed. Thank you for such an informative series.

[@DetourShirts]

Glad you like them!

[@pynkgal6237]

I love the brush tool! It’s amazing! Thanks for this video

[@DetourShirts]

You are so welcome! That brush tool can make some cool looking designs

[@taraevans5799]

I just subscribed and looking forward to finally learning this software and creating amazing designs for my clothing brand and imprinting business!! I've been so intimidated by it.

[@DetourShirts]

Awesome! Thank you! You got this

[@cindynewcomb7139]

I was using Inkscape but my MAC desktop didn’t work well with it. This app works fine and I love it!

[@DetourShirts]

Glad it's working out

[@ocelotcat]

Thank you so much ! This was a great tutorial, this program reminds me of Illustrator. My favorite tool is the brush.....can't wait for the next tutorials on Affinity.

[@DetourShirts]

Glad it helped! Yes it's very much like Illustrator

[@jati4188]

Thank you thank you thank you! I just got this and I was so confused. I am completely new to this.

[@DetourShirts]

Glad I could help.

[@SuryaPeri]

Me too downloaded the free trial and I am glad u hv this videos thank you so much.

[@DetourShirts]

You are very welcome

[@techinjourney9454]

Love it! Thank you so much Juna. Can’t wait part 2!

[@DetourShirts]

You are so welcome! Yes... I got plans for a better one

[@frederickboakye-mensa4421]

I LIKE THE BRUSH TOOL FOR AS AM SUPPER NEW TO AFFINITY DESIGN

[@DetourShirts]

The brush tool is fun... so many brushes

[@kimberlykraft9699]

Thank you for this series of tutorials!

[@DetourShirts]

Glad you like them!

[@sarajanim223]

Very informative and knowledgeable video I am so grateful for your time to create for beginners as well. Thanks

[@DetourShirts]

Glad I could help

[@dhray_visuals]

Love the corner too😍😍😍

[@DetourShirts]

Yeah... that's a real handy one for sure

[@sandynguyen3333]

You explain so well. Good job and thank you

[@DetourShirts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dawnnolan4891]

Thanks so much. This is awesome and you are great teacher!! Finally on track.

[@DetourShirts]

You got this!

[@marcomonge9939]

DUUUUUUDDDDDDEEEEEEEEEEE!!! Thanks so much for this video. Looking forward to Part 2. 😎

[@DetourShirts]

Glad you enjoyed it! Coming soon

[@yvonnehills3067]

Thank you so much for the easy-to-follow, uncomplicated directions. I'm moving from Adobe to Affinity as I can"t afford the Adobe monthly subscription....I'll be checking out your other Affinity guides :)

[@DetourShirts]

Glad it helped! Same reason why I switched

[@Fatimazahra-sx4kd]

thank you so much we are waitting for other parts

[@DetourShirts]

Part 2 is up

[@paulagaskins4478]

Nice. Thanks, I like the brush tool.

[@DetourShirts]

Yeah... that is a powerful one

[@devinlutz2559]

Thank you!! great video the explanations you gave are very helpful and informative as I am new to designer but its very close to other programs, in my opinion its better in many ways!! I have affinity designer 2 and it filled in the blanks for me enough to get moving. 👍🤟✊

[@DetourShirts]

Great... glad I could help

[@Blueblueb-g4i]

just downloaded this application, super easy helpful tutorial!

[@DetourShirts]

Great to hear! I love it

[@UpStreamCharlie]

Thank you for this video. It very very very helpful for us beginners. More power to your channel.

[@DetourShirts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SpiderCenturion]

He's right. I used the Affinity free trial...figuring I might lose interest. I used it EVERY DAY until the trial expired. I own an Etsy shop where I sell digital prints and I completely switched over to Affinity Designer. As soon as the trial expired, I bought the full version. They did a FANTASTIC job making this program.

[@DetourShirts]

Right on... yeah I've been using Affinity for years now... I love it

[@jadebez]

This is what I needed. The pen tool is so versatile, probably my favourite

[@DetourShirts]

Awesome.. I agree.. I use it all the time

[@marquishunt9870]

Thanks for this tutorial! Much needed!

[@DetourShirts]

No problem!

[@sivanujansivakumar5907]

Juno sir. What a powerful tool. I'm still working with photoshop. Finally this the time jump into Affinity designer. Thank you so much for sharing this golden content. Very excited to learn more about Affinity designer sir. ❤😊

[@DetourShirts]

You're very welcome!

[@KeithEverett]

Thanks for a nice simple beginners video. Much appreciated.

[@DetourShirts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mandlaeroll21]

I like the brush tool to use

[@DetourShirts]

That is a cool tool

[@mugsaplenty]

Hi Juna - I am on Merch-By-Amazon from almost the very beginning. I shot past tier 10 and tier 25, but I got stuck badly on tier 100. I got so disillusioned with - NO SALES - that I packed it up. I think I have about 45 sales total. I haven't looked at it in 3 years. I have been following you for a while and I learned a whole pile. So much so that I am going to have another go at it. On your own website all your thumbnails are square. Why is that as you recommend MBA dimensions 4500x5400px. I love the way you display them with different backgrounds. Thanks Juna - You’ve been an inspiration.

[@DetourShirts]

Amazon has a ton of potential.... it is the biggest Print on Demand site right now and so many people are wanting a spot in.

[@lettienugent]

Thanks! Great class.

[@DetourShirts]

Glad you liked it!

[@StephanieMarieSeverson]

Thank you!!! I just purchased this. You are Awesome!

[@DetourShirts]

Glad I could help!

[@irmad96]

I have it and got a regular price. Thank you for your helpful tutorials.

[@DetourShirts]

You're very welcome! Sorry you didn't get it on sale but I didn't either

[@gspringer4]

Wonderful job! Thank you. Excellent ability to teach.

[@DetourShirts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@anandaavalonliem7603]

Thanks, look forward to the next part!

[@DetourShirts]

Thanks for watching!

[@blueskye6065]

OUCH! Should have purchased it for my computer Jan. 2021 (only picked it up for the IPAD)- now it's $75. Still an amazing deal compared to most design programs with subscription models. I'll wait for another sale and pick it up then- worth it.

[@DetourShirts]

Yup... they always have sales throughout the year... hope a sale happens soon

[@rozegyrl]

Thank you soooo much for this!!!...Definitely helped this newbie!!!...

[@DetourShirts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@apotheases]

Great video and very informative. Thank you for making this!

[@DetourShirts]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@rickhop1417]

Thanks just got this program I love the pen tool

[@DetourShirts]

Awesome... I got more "How to use Affinity Designer" videos to come

[@teresarene1]

o-yes and the brush too is my fav. :)

[@DetourShirts]

The brush tool is awesome

[@3PairDesigns]

Juna, thank you, I love your videos, they are really helpful. I JUST bought Affinity Designer and had previously bought Affinity Publisher (for KDP stuff). However, previously I bought a subscription for Adobe Illustrator CC (ugh!) which I was getting used to but wasn't loving the cost. So, I am going from AI to Affinity Designer. To me it is a smidge easier than AI. However, I was just doing a simple text design as a test and did the right document set up, and went to upload it to MBA and I got the dreaded "Please upload a valid PNG file" (or something like that). I am exporting as a PNG, but not sure what else I might be missing. I am using a PC and in AI, I couldn't use pixels it was too massive, but when I switched to inches, I think 14x16 or 15x18 (cannot recall), everything was fine and my designs uploaded great. So...any ideas why neither pixels or inches are not working? Am using 300 DPI and using artboard when I export. Thank you and you truly are an exceptional teacher! (sorry for the long comment!) 😉💖

[@DetourShirts]

Yes... Sometimes, for some reason Affinity Designer adds an extra pixel when saving. Just double check the size when you are saving. You may see something like 5401x4501.... just that one pixel will through it off and Merch will not accept it. Hope that helps.

[@3PairDesigns]

@@DetourShirts I think I figured it out! When exporting I noticed the dimensions were slightly off, like you mentioned. So ONLY while on the Export screen, I clicked the little padlock between the dimensions and unlocked it. Then I corrected the dims, made sure the padlock stayed unlocked, and Exported. Voila! It worked! It is almost as if it is not using the artboard even though I am telling it to. Like in AI when you Export a file you need to click that little box that says "use artboards". I know Affinity Designer has an equivalent and I must be missing it. Anyway, thank you so much for your time and energy, I am looking forward to more Affinity Designer videos! 👍💖

[@DetourShirts]

Glad that work. Thank you for your nice comments

[@denisepeck9682]

Great tutorial! My fav tool? Hmmm, that's tough. But, I really like the brushes.

[@DetourShirts]

Brushes are really cool

[@TheAhmedps]

can't wait for the next videos

[@DetourShirts]

Yes... It was fun... I'll have to keep it up.

[@DetourShirts]

Watch Part 2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWiVeammi6esg5I Watch Part 3: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hl61mZh8r9isY9U

[@Julian-yk1sx]

Subscribed! Bring that knowledge!

[@DetourShirts]

Thanks for the sub! I'll try my best

[@amylouisebrutonl9051]

brilliant video

[@DetourShirts]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@luvlife4999]

Great video as usual. The program is very user friendly especially for a beginner. Haven't quite grasp the pen tool yet

[@DetourShirts]

Glad it was helpful! The pen tool it the one tool to learn.... I should make a video just for that.

[@suzethomas8148]

Now that I have watched this I may need to get it😁Thanks

[@DetourShirts]

It's a great program

[@ziyadlava8376]

Really great idea thank you

[@DetourShirts]

You are so welcome!

[@ar7ulio]

I actually like corner tools. That does it for my need.

[@DetourShirts]

Corner tools are cool... thanks for sharing

[@arkikali5632]

Hey, Juna! First off--thanks so much for doing this series. I think I mentioned in another video that I have the Affinity Suite (Photo, Designer, Publisher). And I just always default to using Photo because that's what I'm most familiar with, whereas with Designer I just kind of fumble around. But I think with Designer, I can use artboards kind of like you do in Canva but still manipulate fonts fully (one of the drawbacks to Canva). So I'm going to get off my butt and learn this. [rolls up sleeves] Anyway, I can tell by watching your other videos that (a) you know your stuff, and (b) I really like your teaching style, so I'm ready to dive in. Thank you again! PS: Just upgraded to Designer 2.0. We'll see how that goes. You probably got an email about it, but it's $99 right now for a universal license for all three apps.

[@DetourShirts]

Nice... I still need to get the upgrade and start doing tutorials with it. Glad I could help

[@arkikali5632]

@@DetourShirts I really appreciate it. ALSO... I think I found the most awesome font. It's included in Kittl, but you can get a desktop license for $18 over at Heritage as well. It's Mogan. Nice and chunky and easy to read but yet also has options for swirly letters if you want something "pretty."

[@shiverwind4361]

I bought this just a few days ago! perfect timing :)

[@DetourShirts]

Perfect! Hope this was helpful for you

[@tharanitharan9884]

I purchased For 50 bucks 😤

[@princulous]

Thank you Juna 😊❤️👍🏻

[@DetourShirts]

You are so welcome

[@JADK7507]

This was great, thank you. Looking forward to more.

[@DetourShirts]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@isyrk]

Rarely are KZbin tutorials this helpful!

[@DetourShirts]

Thank you

[@katricestewart7410]

Just found your channel! Thanks for the A.D. tutorials! I bought this over a year ago but was overwhelmed learning it. I had considered getting a subscription to AI since there were so many videos and tutorials. Glad I kept searching til I found you. I want to make patterns that I know will be bigger than one sheet of paper if printed. Do you have content on that and how an art board factors in? I’ll keep watching! Thanks!!!

[@DetourShirts]

I have all this AD content... here is my playlist.. kzbin.info/aero/PL9VPE8huwuiBKrXtKDZaw-g6fy3qJ5s3E This one is about patterns... kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHbLdKqsm5yKoKM

[@meljenkins1016]

I have used Macromedia Freehand for years when it first started as Aldus Freehand and it was far better than Adobe Illustrator when it first started. Since Freehand is no longer supported I'm looking at this software to replace my Freehand.

[@DetourShirts]

Yes... I used Freehand as well... it was a great program.... I think you will like Affinity Designer... there is a great community behind it too.

[@lemonlimegreenbanana]

Big Big help! Awesome channel, Let's Go!

[@DetourShirts]

Glad to help!

[@xeniakoo]

thank you very much, that is exactly what I was looking for. It would be great to watch more video about Affinity. My fav tool - text

[@DetourShirts]

More to come!

[@adil4ggj5]

I have downloaded the software and now I will follow your wonderful explanations. The software is light on my computer, unlike illustrator 😂💖

[@DetourShirts]

Wonderful! Have fun

[@adil4ggj5]

@@DetourShirts Thank you 💖

[@hairnetart]

Omg, I love your videos.

[@DetourShirts]

Thank you... I hope this one is helpful

[@carolvanleer3386]

Thanks for doing this, Juna.

[@DetourShirts]

You are very welcome

[@stevenchurch8751]

Thnx Juno…on to vid 2

[@DetourShirts]

Nice... thanks for watching

[@mdimroz8259]

Oyeee 🔥 thx sir ☺......

[@DetourShirts]

You are welcome

[@DecoTrend-n9z]

thx juna the best of the best

[@DetourShirts]

Thank you

[@DetourShirts]

You are welcome

[@vielkavielka1]

Hi, Mr. Juna! I am going to buy Affinity Designer, but I’m on the fence about buying the desktop version or the iPad version. IF by any chance, you have both versions, which do you prefer? Have a great day, and thanks for all the great videos. Much appreciated. :)

[@DetourShirts]

I think it depends what you use the most.... I use my laptop the most so I use Affinity Designer desktop version the most... I just got my iPad in the middle of last year so I haven't used the iPad version as much

[@anawinter2546]

Thank you so much!

[@DetourShirts]

You're welcome!