In this LaShonda walks through creating three essential logo variations for any business using Canva. First, she demonstrates building a stacked logo design. Then, she shows how to center elements perfectly using Canva’s built-in alignment tools.
Next, the tutorial covers creating a watermark version of the logo. Additionally, our host explains how to customize brand colors effectively. She provides helpful tips for both paid and free Canva users. Furthermore, viewers learn to use the Coolers website for color palette creation.
The episode then transitions to designing a single-line logo version. This format works perfectly for website headers and social media profiles. LaShonda then shares practical spacing and font adjustment techniques.
Throughout the tutorial, she emphasizes important design principles. For instance, she explains how to crop designs tightly to remove excess whitespace. Also, she covers background color matching for non-paid Canva users.
Finally, LaShonda demonstrates proper file downloading and naming conventions. She explains PNG, JPEG, and PDF format options clearly. Additionally, she provides guidance on transparent background downloads for premium users.
This episode serves entrepreneurs, small business owners, and anyone needing professional logo designs quickly. The step-by-step approach makes logo creation accessible for beginners. Consequently, listeners can develop complete brand identity systems using these proven techniques and cost-effective design strategies.
To learn about how to leverage Canva’s powerful photo editing capabilities, and more from LaShonda, check out our other Training Videos.
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LaSHONDA BROWN
LaShonda Brown is an award-winning Tech Educator & Canva Verified Expert based in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of VA. Through her YouTube channel & tech education company, Bootstrap Biz Advice, LaShonda teaches service providers worldwide through tutorials, workshops & group coaching, how to do less manually and live more fulfilling lives by leveraging technology.
LaShonda heavily advocates for sustainable, healthy rhythms in business and is most well known for her 20-Hour Work Week practices that’s built on the foundation of deep focus work and a mindful morning routine.
