Unleash Your Inner Designer with Canva - GVS discounted training
Ever wanted to create stunning visuals without spending hours learning complex software? Now you can! Join our introductory training session and discover the power of Canva (www.canva.com), the incredibly user-friendly design tool.Canva www.canva.com is a design tool that has thousands of ready to use templates at your fingertips enabling you to create quick, easy and effective social media graphics, posters, business cards, flyers, presentations and more!
Canva is free for basic use. A Pro version with added features is available at a cost but is free if you are a registered charity!
The session will cover:
How to navigate Canva’s home page
How to choose a template for your design
How to create a blank design of the size you choose
How to find, add fonts to suit your brand’s image
How to add, move, resize and rotate images
How to add elements – boxes, circles etc
How to insert your saved images including logos
How to duplicate your creations to assist with progressing designs
How to remove image backgrounds, add paid for images, resize any designs (Canva Pro)
How to save the file as a PDF, PNG, JPEG
Optional 30mins at the end of the session to produce a graphic of your choice using Canva (ideally sign up to Canva prior to the session to make full use of this practical element)
Dates:
6 October 2025 | 9.30am - 12.30pm
Venue: St Pauls Community Centre, Penarth
13 February 2026 | 9.30am - 12.30pm
Venue: CF61, Llantwit Major
Cost: From £25.00 per person for GVS Members, £50.00 per person for other organisations / individuals