Tutoring for
Graphic Design for Architects and Designers
Master Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign for sharp, professional visual storytelling.
About the lessons
Are you fumbling between Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign? I’ll help you unlock the power of the Adobe Suite with a clear understanding of how these programs should work together. This isn’t just about learning tools—it’s about building workflows that boost your professionalism and make your presentations stand out. We’ll cut out inefficient tools like Canva and PowerPoint and embrace industry design standards.
• In Photoshop, we’ll dive into powerful, non-destructive workflows: masking, adjustments, blending modes, brushes, and pro retouching tools. Elevating your work to have that winning-design-competition feel aesthetic.
• In InDesign, I’ll guide you through dynamic layouts, master pages, templates, and type styling for portfolios, presentations, and publications to create work you will be proud of.
• In Illustrator, we’ll master path-drawing, vector shaping, strokes/fills, and smart tricks to produce clean diagrams and illustrations fast.
Whether you’re an absolute beginner or need a professional edge, I tailor sessions to your needs and projects. Reach out and let’s build a workflow that works for you.
What we can cover
• Mastering export settings for clarity & resolution
• Using masks, blend modes, and brushes
• Typography & layout hierarchy for portfolios
• Grid systems and spreads in InDesign
• Building templates for reuse
• Simple photoshopping for post-processing renders
• Cutouts, shadows & composition
• Creating site plans & diagrams
• Text, layout & document design in InDesign
• Smart objects & file linking across apps
About your instructor
I’ve taught visual communication at university level for years, and these are workflows I use daily in my own design and art practice. I believe strong graphic workflows are essential—not just for creating clear, striking outputs, but for thinking through ideas with precision and creativity.
I taught myself Photoshop when I was nine (CS2—slow, glitchy, but magical), and I’ve been refining my visual language ever since! My approach is grounded, adaptable, and shaped by years of experience with students from all kinds of backgrounds. I’ve helped people strengthen their visual identity, improve clarity in their work, and build portfolios that have taken them into jobs and programs around the world.
Whatever your level, I’m here to help you build momentum and enjoy the process—because when you feel good using your tools, the work gets better too.
Oliver Perrett
· University Tutor & Lecturer
· 7 Years Teaching Experience
· 500+ Online Students
See what my students are saying!
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"Oliver is an outstanding tutor who has been instrumental in helping me get comfortable with Rhino, Illustrator, and several other design software programs. His teaching style is incredibly intuitive and tailored to my learning pace, making complex concepts much easier to grasp. Unlike YouTube tutorials or other tutors I've worked with, Oliver provides clear, hands-on guidance that accelerates my understanding and skill development. His patience, expertise, and ability to break down intricate processes into digestible steps have made a significant difference in my learning experience. I highly recommend Oliver to anyone looking for an effective and engaging tutor :))"
Ardalan T.
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"To date I have had two lessons with Oliver with a third booked. He is very patient and explains everything in great detail. I would highly recommend Oliver for photoshop tutorials."
Arlene T.
